Grain Farmers of Ontario is accepting applications for the 2025 Grains Innovation Fund. This fund provides eligible companies and organizations with up to 60 per cent of the cost of a project, capped at $50,000.
The fund supports projects from various sectors including food and feed manufacturing, grain handling, bioproduct development, marketing, and retail. To qualify, projects must utilize at least 40-t annually of Ontario grains or related crop residues and should meet at least one of several criteria including:
“Throughout history, grains and oilseeds have played a crucial and adaptable role in fostering innovation across various sectors,” said Paul Hoekstra, VP of strategic development at Grain Farmers of Ontario. “The Grains Innovation Fund projects continue to push boundaries, expanding the market reach and utilization of Ontario’s outstanding grain products.”
All project proposals that meet the fund criteria will be considered however, the following themes are a priority for investment:
Applications must be emailed to rzimic@gfo.ca by 4 p.m. on November 1, 2024. More information can be found at gfo.ca/grains-innovation-fund.
Source: www.foodincanada.com