The governments of Canada and Ontario are providing an additional $12 million through the Agricultural Stewardship Initiative to help farmers invest in technologies and management practices that improve efficiency, lower operating costs, and strengthen the long-term sustainability of their operations.
Delivered through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership, the program offers successful applicants between $6,000 and $90,000 for eligible projects focused on improving soil health, water quality, and energy efficiency.
The Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association (OSCIA) will administer the fourth intake of the initiative, with applications opening July 8, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. ET and closing July 29, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. ET.