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A Globally Competitive Crop Industry in Alberta.


ACIDF will provide resources to increase the competitiveness
of Alberta farmers through leadership in innovation, market development and research.


Our primary client is the consumer, and the primary beneficiary is the producer.

Goals

The Alberta Crop Industry Development Fund (ACIDF) welcomes proposals from individuals and organizations in the agriculture and food industries to meet priorities within our strategic goals:

  1. Increased capability of farmers to manage risk
  2. Increased value-chains, new business and markets
  3. Increased diversification in the crop sector
  4. Improved crop research capacity
  5. Increased consumer confidence in food production

More information on strategies related to ACIDF funding goals is available from our business plan document.

Grant Priority and Preferences

The ACIDF is interested in innovation and creativity. We will consider a wide range of projects, and will work closely with our sponsor organizations to ensure the greatest benefit to our primary beneficiary, the Alberta farmers.

Priority:
Industry development projects with strong market focus, that increase the competitiveness of Alberta farmers through such avenues as leadership, research, innovation, training and marketing initiatives.

Current Areas of Interest

Currently ACIDF manages a number of initiatives. Each initiative has its own priorities and limitations. Investments made under each initiative will be decided on relative merit, perceived fit with objectives, and quality of proposal. Keep in mind that each supported project must support the ACIDF business deliverables for that initiative.

The investment strategy for each separate initiative is available through the "Application" pull-down menu at the top of this page. For greater detail, please refer to the current ACIDF business plan.

Proposals from both the Agriculture Funding Consortium call, and those recieved outside of a formal call, will be considered for all initiatives.

Preference:
Projects located within the province, or directly associated with expanding Alberta's market opportunities.

Size:
A mix of large and small projects, especially in areas not receiving adequate attention and support from other funding sources. ACIDF grants typically range from $10,000 to $200,000 over the life of the project.

Grants will be awarded competitively, judged on individual merit, and under the guidance of the signatory organizations.

The following criteria will also be used to evaluate the Pre-Proposals:

  • Meet the priorities of the individual funding agency
  • Meet the priorities of the agricultural industry
  • Benefit the Alberta agriculture industry
  • Advance knowledge in agriculture and agriculture food
  • Rely on collaboration with researchers
  • Industry Endorsement

Jointly funded projects are encouraged but not essential.

No applications will be accepted after December 20, 2012.

All approved projects must be completed by December 20, 2013.

Closing dates for specific initiatives will vary depending on limitations for the initiative and availability of investment funds.