Celebrating Ontario Agriculture Week! 🎉🌱 Behind every meal, product and innovation is a network of people working across Ontario’s agriculture and food sector. From the food we grow to the technologies shaping what comes next, agriculture continues to evolve across the province. Here’s to the people who grow, produce, innovate and contribute to Ontario’s food and agriculture sector every day. #ONTAgWeek #LoveONFood #CanadianAgriculture @BioenterpriseCA

Sometimes the best way to move forward is to step away from the day-to-day and make space for bigger conversations. On September 14, the Bioenterprise Canada team came together to challenge our thinking and talk about where Canada's Food & Agri-Tech Engine is headed. With our Innovation Advisors and Board members joining us, we explored some of the biggest opportunities facing Canada’s agri-tech and agri-food sector and how The Engine can continue to connect the people, ideas and resources needed to move innovation forward. It was a valuable day of conversation, collaboration and fresh thinking as we continue to build on The Engine’s national reach and impact. Learn more about us & join Canada’s Food & Agri-Tech Engine: bioenterprise.ca/ #AgriTech #AgriFood #TheEngine #Bioenterprise

Agriculture is evolving, and women across Canada are playing a key role in shaping what comes next. As part of the International Year of the Woman Farmer, we’re highlighting Kaitlyn Kitzan’s story. As a farmer, business owner and member of the Canadian Farmer Innovation Alliance, Kaitlyn brings a unique perspective on the future of agriculture and the contributions women are making to advance the sector. Her journey showcases the innovation, leadership and the resilience women bring to Canada’s agri-food sector. ➡️Explore Kaitlyn’s story and discover how women across Canada are driving innovation in agriculture. Read more: EN: bioenterprise.ca/bringing-fa… FR: bioenterprise.ca/fr/quand-le… #IYWF2026 #TheEngine #AgriTech #WomenInAg Learn more about the Canadian Farmer Innovation Alliance: bioenterprise.ca/about/natio… @FAO @Kaitlynkitzan

Applications are open! The University of Guelph Policy Fellowship Program is accepting applications for its new cohort on Genomics and Climate Smart Agriculture. Connect with researchers, explore emerging policy issues, and engage in discussions on: • Biodiversity • Crops and soils • Livestock • Protein alternatives • The broader impacts of genomics on environmental & social systems Applications close June 26, 2026. Learn more and apply today ➡️ uoguelph.ca/research/innovat… #Agriculture #AgriFood #Policy #Genomics #ClimateSmartAgriculture #Innovation h

Registration is now open for PNW Climate Week 2026 🌎 Taking place July 13-19 in Vancouver, the week brings together innovators, startups, researchers, investors, and community organizations working across climate innovation, clean technology, sustainability, and food systems. Programming includes community-led panels, workshops, networking events, and conversations focused on building a more resilient future. 👉 Register and explore events: pnw.climate-week.org #PNWClimateWeek #CleanTech #Sustainability #Innovation #FoodSystems #CdnAg

Applications are now open for the Clean Agri-Tech Accelerator (CATA) funding program! Through CATA, eligible Canadian agri-food and agri-tech SMEs can apply for up to $200,000 in matching funding to advance pre-commercial clean technologies that reduce emissions, improve environmental sustainability, and strengthen the competitiveness of Canada's agriculture sector. In addition to funding, participants will gain access to mentorship, industry expertise, and a national network of partners dedicated to accelerating innovation adoption and commercialization. If you're developing a high-impact clean technology and you’re ready to validate and demonstrate it in a real-world setting, we want to hear from you. Learn more & apply: bioenterprise.ca/programs/cl… #CATA #AgriTech #CleanTech #CdnAg #AgInnovation @AAFC_Canada @THRIVEAgriFood @AgriCanadian @ontariogenomics @CFIN_RCIA @BioenterpriseCA

It’s been an insightful day at the AGRI Tech Venture Forum! 🌱 Here’s a quick recap: Investors shared emerging sector trends and practical tips for entrepreneurs looking to secure growth capital, scaling innovators showcased solutions to Canada’s most pressing agri-food challenges, and experienced founders openly discussed creative problem-solving for their pain points. A few keywords of the day: Adoption AI Agent is Automation Data Efficiency Energy Labour Resources Risk Robotics ROI With sovereignty on Canada’s main stage of late, one message stands out: agri-food is national security, and investing in the right kinds of tech can strengthen it. Moving these innovations from idea to adoption requires the right support at the right time. For this reason, strategic innovation investment is essential—for domestic food security, for trade independence, and for economic strength. #AgriTech #FoodTech #AgriFood #Innovation #Investment #VentureCapital

Intense half-day wrap at the AGRI Tech Venture Forum yesterday! 🌱 It was great to catch up with colleagues and meet new members of Canada’s agri-tech ecosystem. If we missed you, please send us a message! Directly related to our recent efforts with the Farmer Innovation Advisory Group, we were thrilled to see multiple farmers and producers participating and engaging in discussions, and to hear their valuable perspectives about real-world adoption of innovations on the farm. More on FIAG: bioenterprise.ca/about/natio… In case you missed it, Bioenterprise CEO Dave Smardon shared an update on our National Call to Action work, including meaningful progress on the key recommendations. Learn more: bioenterprise.ca/about/natio… #AgriTech #AgriFood #Innovation #FarmerLed

Last week, the @Bioenterprise_CA team had the privilege of attending the @LifeSciencesON 23rd Annual Celebration of Success Awards gala. 💫 It was an inspiring evening filled with heartfelt speeches from award recipients, a delicious dinner, and cherished moments with our amazing team. We were honoured to share one of our tables with the @ontariogenomics team and delighted to be joined by esteemed guests including Martin Yuill, Bioenterprise Innovation Advisor & Executive Director of Spark Centre; John Cassidy, Managing Director of @THRIVEAgriFood ; and John Kelly, Deputy Minister at the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness. A huge thank you to LSO for hosting such a wonderful event! 🎉✨

Join us at the 2026 AGRI Tech Venture Forum! Bioenterprise Canada is proud to partner with the AGRI Tech Venture Forum taking place May 6–7, 2026 in Toronto, Ontario. 👉 agritechventureforum.com This event brings together founders, investors, corporates, and leaders from across the agri-food innovation ecosystem. This year’s Forum has been reimagined to connect the full value chain and create meaningful opportunities for collaboration, investment, and growth. Our team will be there participating, and we'd love to see you! Through The Engine, receive 25% OFF your NEW registration to attend. Ask us for your DISCOUNT CODE! Email ▶️ [email protected]

RFP Opportunity: Northern Controlled Environment Agriculture Unit: Co-Design Study The @csa_asc is seeking a multidisciplinary team combining a Canadian CEA organization and an Inuit firm in Nunavut to co-develop a deployable CEA unit design. The project will support future Inuit-led food security initiatives in Nunavut while advancing technologies relevant to long-duration space missions. Learn more: canadabuys.canada.ca/en/tend… #ControlledEnvironmentAgriculture #FoodSecurity #Innovation #AgriTech #FoodTech

This week, our team gathered to pause. To take stock of where we are and where we’re headed. To sharpen our focus. To answer the question: How do we best serve a sector that has such enormous potential to shape Canada's future? 1. The opportunity in Canadian agri-food innovation is real – for our economy, advancing food security and accessibility, and delivering climate-smart solutions the world needs. 2. We are surrounded by builders: producers driving productivity, innovators developing breakthrough technologies, committed partners investing in progress. 3. We have world-class natural resources and deep expertise. Canada has everything it needs to lead in sustainable food and agriculture. 4. The Engine is here to bring it all together. To ensure that leadership is coordinated, intentional, and built to scale. Connect. Innovate. Grow. Learn more about us & join Canada’s Food & Agri-Tech Engine: bioenterprise.ca/

Ready to grow your ON-based #AgriBusiness? 🚀 With support from @AgricultureON the Grow Ontario Accelerator Hub is open for intake! 👉 EN: bioenterprise.ca/bioenterpri… FR: bioenterprise.ca/fr/centre-d… Learn more about GOAH in our info session: Feb 11 at 2pm Register 👉ow.ly/WYtv50Y6zJz

Applications for Round 3 of the Sustainable Growth and Adoption Program (SGAP) are now OPEN! Apply to receive up to $100K for clean growth adoption projects. Supported by #GC through @FedDevOntario 🇨🇦. ➡️ Learn more: ow.ly/f1Xx50Y1Oqf #CleanGrowth #AgriTech #FoodTech

Canadian innovators: CSA is seeking proposals to develop food production technologies for the ISS. Focus areas: Plant health, water disinfection, food safety, nutrient analysis. Up to 4 contracts. Partnership option available. Deadline: Jan 6, 2026 Learn & apply: ow.ly/nagl50XwZyk #CSA #AgriTech #SpaceTech

From farms & forests to factories, Canada’s #bioeconomy transforms valuable resources into #innovation, jobs, & resilience. @BioenterpriseCA, @BICAccelerator & partners across Canada are working to break down silos, strengthen supply chains, & power a more competitive future. Learn more: ➡️ ow.ly/wVIl50X5RX2 ➡️ ow.ly/vUnn50X5RX4 #BioCAN #TheEngineTurns5

What role can government play in driving the next wave of agricultural innovation? Other countries are making progress with different models. What can we learn from them? Read the full article: English ➡️ ow.ly/U1WA50XC2jN French ➡️ ow.ly/IWUB50XC2jM