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Title:

Biochar Validation Trials

Agreement Number:

1042967

Agreement Value:

$30,000.00

Agreement Date:

Jun 1, 2026 - Feb 8, 2027

Description:

The firm will hire an Agronomic Field & Data Technician to support applied biochar trial work during the 2026 season. The project will involve greenhouse, soil box, and field validation activities focused on testing low-rate biochar applications under different soil and crop conditions. Results will help improve the firm’s internal validation process, support future service development, and create clearer evidence for how biochar products may be matched to practical agricultural uses.

Organization:

National Research Council Canada

Expected Results:

The purpose of IRAP’s Youth Employment Program is to assist in increasing the supply of highly qualified people, promoting the benefits of advanced studies, demonstrating federal leadership by investing in the skills required to meet the needs of the knowledge economy and facilitating the transition of highly skilled young people to a rapidly changing labour market.

Location:

Calgary, Alberta, CA T2R 1R8

Reference Number:

172-2026-2027-Q1-1042967

Agreement Type:

Contribution

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Business Number:

759462229

Recipient Type:

For-profit organization

Recipient's Operating Name:

Era Grow / Era Carbon

Recipient's Legal Name:

Era Agronomics Farming Solutions Ltd

Federal Riding Name:

Calgary Centre

Federal Riding Number:

48004

Program:

Industrial Research Assistance Program – Youth Employment Program

Program Purpose:

Coverage:

IRAP Youth Employment Program projects stimulate wealth creation for Canada through technological innovation.

NAICS Code:

3251