Applications are now available for the Agricultural Water Management Fund from the Water Security Agency.
Agricultural producers along with local government receive assistance to develop water management projects thanks to the fund.
Since 2022, the fund has provided over $2 million for 93 projects in Saskatchewan.
"The Agricultural Water Management Fund supports responsible and sustainable water management in Saskatchewan," Minister Responsible for the Water Security Agency Daryl Harrison said. "Saskatchewan producers are great stewards of the land, and we know supporting our agricultural sector with programs like this leads to a growing and vibrant province."
Applicants are eligible for grants up to $95,000 per project based on a cost-sharing cost.
Eligible recipients include:
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Individuals or corporations registered in Saskatchewan who own, lease, or rent property for agricultural production purposes;
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First Nations in Saskatchewan;
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Saskatchewan rural municipalities;
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Conservation & Development Area Authorities;
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Watershed Association Boards; and
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Irrigation Districts.
Funding can be used towards qualified persons support, technical and engineering costs, and mitigation and rehabilitation works for agricultural water management projects.
To apply for the fund or for more information you can click here