Below are some recent funding opportunities as well as a number of links to different locations of funding opportunities for processors. Please visit this page frequently as we will be updating on a regular basis.
Grains Innovation Fund
Applications open for Grain Farmers of Ontario’s 2027 Grains Innovation Fund
Grain Farmers of Ontario is now accepting applications for the 2027 Grains Innovation Fund, which supports projects that create new market opportunities and increase demand for Ontario-grown grains and grain products.
The Grains Innovation Fund provides grants of up to $75,000 per project, covering up to 60 per cent of eligible project costs. Through the Grains Innovation Fund, a total of $250,000 will be invested into projects for the 2027 year.
Ontario-grown barley, corn, oats, soybeans, and wheat are used to produce a wide range of food and beverage, feed and bioproduct ingredients, including flour, starches, sweeteners, oils, proteins, pet kibble and beverage alcohol. Companies that rely on these ingredients may be eligible for funding if their projects create new demand for Ontario-grown grains or grain products.
Recent funding has been awarded to a diverse range of projects, including scaling-up novel soy protein processing, expanding commercial bakery equipment, and piloting low-carbon building materials made from grain crop residues. Together, these initiatives are expanding markets, increasing demand for Ontario grain and grain by-products, and showcasing the versatility of Ontario barley, corn, oats, soybeans, and wheat.
For more information, please follow this LINK or visit https://gfo.ca/news-releases/applications-open-for-grain-farmers-of-ontarios-2027-grains-innovation-fund/