Product Development Program

Developing a new food product or improving an existing one can be costly, especially for agriculture and food processors experimenting with new ingredients, processes, or prototypes. For Saskatchewan-based agri-food businesses looking to move ideas from concept to market, the Product Development Program offers targeted financial support to help offset early-stage development costs and encourage innovation across the value-added sector.

Delivered by the Saskatchewan Food Development Centre on behalf of the provincial government, this program focuses on strengthening value-added agriculture and food processing in Saskatchewan. It supports projects that transform raw or primary agricultural products into higher-value foods or ingredients, whether that involves creating new product lines, refining processing methods, or finding practical ways to reduce or reuse by-products that would otherwise go to waste. Funding of up to $10,000 is provided on a non-repayable basis, making it particularly helpful for small and mid-sized processors testing new ideas or working with third-party specialists to advance a project.

The program aligns well with for-profit agri-food processors that use Canadian-grown inputs and are committed to growing their operations within Saskatchewan. With applications typically accepted on an ongoing basis, it can be a timely opportunity for businesses planning product trials, pilot runs, or process improvements. Learning more about how the Product Development Program works can help determine whether it fits your next innovation project.