The Department of Science and Technology–Philippine Council for Agriculture, Aquatic and Natural Resources Research and Development (DOST-PCAARRD) is now accepting proposals for the 2026 Startup Grant Fund (SGF) Program.
The SGF Program offers financial and technical support to eligible startup and spinoff companies commercializing technologies in the agriculture, aquatic, and natural resources (AANR) sector. It prioritizes ventures with strong potential for market adoption and measurable contributions to national development. The initiative aims to accelerate the growth of innovation-driven enterprises while strengthening the country’s agri-aqua innovation ecosystem.
DOST-PCAARRD encourages startup and spinoff companies to take advantage of this opportunity to access funding and scale up their technologies toward market readiness and impact. Submission of proposals is from February 16 to April 15, 2026.
Application guidelines are available through the following link: https://tinyurl.com/2026-sgf
Be the next startup in the AANR sector
Led by the Technology Transfer and Promotion Division (TTPD), the SGF Program has supported 27 startups since 2021, awarding a total of P64 million in grants. The following startups are the fourth batch of the SGF Program, which are set to be implemented in 2026.
Project Title | Startup Name | Location |
Enhancement of the Bio-Waste Management System and Optimized Production of BSF By-Products | Bioflyt Agriventures Corporation | Bacolod City, Negros Occidental |
Expansion and Commercialization of Chocolate Products of Dads Cocoa Farm | Dads Cocoa Farm | Maayon, Capiz |
Upgrading and Expansion of the OG Kopi Roastery and Production Facility: A Sustainable Approach to Coffee Processing and Market Growth | DG Coffee House | Roxas City, Capiz |
Enhancing the Production and Market Viability of Biochar-Enriched Organic Soil Amendments for Sustainable Agriculture | GreenGardens of Hope Agriventures Inc. | Balilihan, Bohol |
Strengthening and Enhancement of the Production of Specialty Handmade Paper Made from Abaca | Soul Paperie Corporation | Mandurriao, Iloilo City |
Advancing Kape Lumad Coffee Production and Processing | Terrawealth Ventures Inc. | Maramag, Bukidnon |
DOST-PCAARRD advises all eligible proponents to submit their proposals on or before the deadline. For inquiries and further assistance, applicants may reach out to the program management team through TTPD’s email address: