Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Integration of AI and genome editing in soybean and barley breeding
Agreement Number:
SCAP-ASP-248
Agreement Value:
$571,521.00
Agreement Date:
Jan 29, 2026 - Mar 31, 2028
Description:
This project aims to use artificial intelligence and gene editing to accelerate the development of new varieties of barley and soybeans that are better suited to the specific conditions of Eastern Canada.
Organization:
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Expected Results:
To accelerate the pace of innovation by providing funding and support for pre-commercial science activities and research that benefits the agriculture and agri-food sector and Canadians.
Location:
Saint-Hugues, Quebec, CA J0H 1N0
Reference Number:
235-2025-2026-Q4-00246
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
832568265
Recipient Type:
For-profit organization
Recipient's Legal Name:
Céréla Inc.
Program:
AgriScience Program - Project Component
Program Purpose:
The AgriScience Program - Project Component accelerates the pace of innovation by providing funding and support for pre-commercial science activities and cutting-edge research that benefits the agriculture and agri-food sector and Canadians.
NAICS Code:
1111