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Title:

Innovative Controlled Release Nitrogen for Microplastic Free and Sustainable Agriculture

Agreement Number:

ACT-RI-440

Agreement Value:

$1,976,150.00

Agreement Date:

Oct 18, 2024 - Mar 30, 2028

Description:

This project aims to replace conventional, water-soluble nitrogen fertilizers such as urea, which contributes approximately 40% of nitrogen use in agriculture but is linked to certain environmental issues.

Organization:

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada

Expected Results:

The project is expected to reduce reliance on conventional water-soluble nitrogen fertilizers, such as urea, which currently accounts for approximately 40% of nitrogen used in agriculture. By introducing alternative solutions, the project aims to mitigate the environmental impacts associated with urea-based fertilizers.

Location:

Burnaby, British Columbia, CA V5A1S6

Reference Number:

235-2024-2025-Q4-00027

Agreement Type:

Contribution

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Business Number:

816191035

Recipient Type:

For-profit organization

Recipient's Legal Name:

Lucent Biosciences, Inc.

Program:

Agricultural Clean Technology

Program Purpose:

The Agricultural Clean Technology Program supports the research, development and adoption of clean technologies through investments in and promotion of precision agriculture in Canada's agriculture, agri-food and agri-based products sector.

NAICS Code:

3253