Agricultural Technology Transfer and Licencing

For agri-food businesses looking to innovate without starting from scratch, access to proven research and intellectual property can be just as valuable as direct funding. The Agricultural Technology Transfer and Licencing initiative offers Canadian enterprises an opportunity to commercialize technologies developed through federal research, helping reduce development risk and accelerate time to market. Rather than focusing on grants alone, this program opens the door to ready-to-use innovations across environmental technologies, crop development, bioproducts, and bioprocesses.

Led by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, the program connects businesses with licencing opportunities tied to government-owned intellectual property. This can include patented technologies, processes, or scientific advancements that have already undergone rigorous research and validation. By partnering with the federal government, agri-food companies can integrate new technologies into their operations, develop new commercial products, or expand into emerging markets with a stronger technical foundation. Support is non-repayable and structured around licencing arrangements, with project scope and value varying based on the technology and commercial application.

This opportunity is well suited to established agricultural and agri-food enterprises seeking a competitive edge through innovation, sustainability, or value-added production. For businesses exploring how federal research could align with their commercial goals, reviewing the full details of the Agricultural Technology Transfer and Licencing program can help determine whether this pathway fits their growth strategy.