Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Developing Biodegradable Moisture Barrier Polymer Films for Coating of Fertilizers
Agreement Number:
1019463
Agreement Value:
$133,067.00
Agreement Date:
May 15, 2024 - Mar 19, 2025
Description:
Research will be conducted to confirm the biodegradability of a polymer film for use in agricultural coatings.
Biodegradability will be assessed under standard conditions.
Work will be conducted to ensure biodegradability does not impact requirements for controlled release of fertilizers in controlled settings.
Research will determine if fertilizer coated with the biodegradable coating will support adequate plant growth as well as currently available fertilizers coated with non biodegradable coatings.
Research will ensure the coating does not negatively impact plant growth.
Organization:
National Research Council Canada
Expected Results:
The purpose of IRAP Contributions to Firms is to support research, development, adoption and/or adaptation of innovative or technology-driven new or improved products, services or processes in Canada up to their commercialization
Location:
Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, CA B4G 1C2
Reference Number:
172-2024-2025-Q1-1019463
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
795815349
Recipient Type:
For-profit organization
Recipient's Legal Name:
Cotex Technologies Inc.
Federal Riding Name:
Sackville--Preston--Chezzetcook
Federal Riding Number:
12008
Program:
Industrial Research Assistance Program – Contributions to Firms
Program Purpose:
The purpose of IRAP Contributions to Firms is to support research, development, adoption and/or adaptation of innovative or technology-driven new or improved products, services or processes in Canada up to their commercialization
Coverage:
IRAP Contributions to Firms projects stimulate wealth creation for Canada through technological innovation.
NAICS Code:
32531