Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Phase 3 Amaranth commercialization Project
Agreement Number:
1022604
Agreement Value:
$70,100.00
Agreement Date:
Aug 1, 2024 - Mar 31, 2025
Description:
Phase 3 of the amaranth commercialization project includes the following elements:
1) Implementation of recyclable flow wrap material and product packaging in preparation for Q1-2025 product launch.
2) Increase scale of amaranth popping system for higher scale production.
3) Purchase, implementation and training of new semi-automated Selmi cluster machine.
4) Completion of 2024 field trial testing of amaranth at Luna Mia farm near Owen Sound, with focus on varietal of seeds, harvesting, cleaning and drying techniques in preparation for scaling to approximately 10 acres in 2025 of local sustainable agriculture. Project objective will include trial testing of harvest technology, cleaning and drying processes, and use of cover crops.
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:
Toronto, Ontario, CA M6E 1B1
Reference Number:
172-2024-2025-Q2-1022604
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
815807839
Recipient Type:
For-profit organization
Additional Information:
This agreement has been amended 1 time(s). The end date of this agreements has been modified by 56 days.
Amendment Date
Jan 6, 2025
Recipient's Operating Name:
Chocosol
Recipient's Legal Name:
8803552 Canada Inc.
Federal Riding Name:
Davenport
Federal Riding Number:
35018
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:
111419
Amendments: