Key Takeaways
- 38 projects across Saskatchewan awarded over $1.4 million in funding for 2024–25
- 32 ADOPT and six Strategic Field Program (SFP) projects to advance sustainability and innovation in agriculture
- Initiatives aim to improve knowledge transfer, producer engagement, and field-level research
- Projects are supported through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP)
- Demonstrations to be hosted at Agri-ARM sites across Saskatchewan
New Funding Supports Practical Research and Knowledge Sharing for Saskatchewan Producers
The Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan have announced more than $1.4 million in funding for 38 agricultural projects under the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP). The support will fund 32 Agriculture Demonstration of Practices and Technologies (ADOPT) projects and six Strategic Field Program (SFP) projects during the 2024–25 fiscal year.
The funding is aimed at promoting on-farm innovation, enhancing sustainability, and accelerating the adoption of new agricultural practices and technologies in Saskatchewan’s agri-food sector.
Focus on Producer-Led Demonstration and Research
The ADOPT program provides funding to producer groups and First Nations communities to evaluate and demonstrate new technologies and practices that are locally relevant and can be quickly applied on farms. These short-term projects are designed to directly inform agricultural decision-making at the grassroots level.
The SFP program supports field-level research studies to generate timely insights and best practices for Saskatchewan’s producers and processors. Many of the funded initiatives will be hosted at Agri-ARM sites, offering producers the opportunity to engage with new technologies firsthand.
Federal and Saskatchewan Leaders Highlight Long-Term Value
“Research is at the root of how we grow the sector and strengthen Canada’s position as a world leader when it comes to agriculture,” said Heath MacDonald, Canada’s Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food. “These projects will help get best practices directly into the hands of farmers and processors in Saskatchewan.”
“By investing in demonstration and knowledge transfer projects, we are ensuring the long-term sustainability and competitiveness of Canada’s agricultural sector,” added Daryl Harrison, Saskatchewan’s Minister of Agriculture.
Part of the Larger Sustainable CAP Framework
The $1.4 million investment is part of the Sustainable CAP, a five-year, $3.5 billion federal-provincial-territorial framework launched to boost competitiveness, innovation, and resilience in Canada’s agriculture and agri-food sectors. The partnership includes $1 billion in federal programs and $2.5 billion in cost-shared initiatives delivered by provincial and territorial governments.
