Program Overview

Agritech Development Program

Transforming Ideas into Impact

The Agritech Development Program empowers farmers, producers, and SMEs with the resources, expertise, and industry connections required to bring new products to market, scale innovation, and support farmers in adopting transformative technologies.

Expert Connections

The program provides opportunities to engage with subject-matter experts, including agri-producers and processors, industry, government, Indigenous partners, not-for-profit organizations, and researchers.

Matched Cost-Sharing

The program offers up to $250,000 to fast-track development and market entry.

Comprehensive Support

From concept to commercialization, the program provides the resources and guidance needed to succeed.

Investment Areas

The program invests in a broad range of agri-production, agri-processing, and agri-technology projects to establish British Columbia as a global leader in agritech and agrifood innovation. Key investment areas include:

• Strengthening food security and local food systems
• Embracing Indigenous knowledge for economic development and food security
• Climate change mitigation and adaptation to meet net zero emission targets
• Plant and animal health
• Addressing labour shortage by technology
• Supporting market diversification and business growth
• Supporting the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in agricultural policies
• Supporting collaboration across post-secondary institutions for agriculture innovation

Accelerating Growth, Innovation and Impact

The program collaborates to strengthen B.C.’s agriculture and agrifoods sectors for the future.