Agri-food Cluster Transformation Fund 2 - Technology Upscaling Grant (ACT TU)
· Last verified 23 Oct 2026Co-funds local farms to adopt large, automated, commercial-scale farming systems and standalone pre-/post-harvest facilities, including related infrastructure works.
- Support
- Leafy/fruited veg, beansprout, mushroom, food fish, shrimp, hen eggs: up to 70% (SMEs) / 50% (non-SMEs), cap S$6m per project (farming systems) or S$2m (standalone pre/post-harvest facility). Other food types: up to 50% / 30%, cap S$700,000 (systems) or S$200,000 (facility).
- Maximum funding
- S$6,000,000
- How to apply
- Business Grants Portal (BGP 2.0)
- Apply before starting?
- Yes, before any commitment or payment
Recent changes
ACT Fund 2: new S$70m tranche from 2026; TU guidelines version 06/2026; applications open until 31 Mar 2031. Earlier TU window (30 Apr 2021 to 31 Dec 2025) closed.
Who is eligible
- Registered and operating in Singapore
- Group annual turnover of S$100,000,000 or less (for SME support rates)
- 200 or fewer employees (for SME support rates)
- Local farm holding a valid SFA farm licence
- Secured farm site for the project
- No ongoing unauthorised/illegal activities for at least 1 year; past offences resolved and closed
- Max 2 concurrent ACT projects (incl. earlier tranches)
- SME = group turnover up to S$100m OR employment up to 200 (SFA definition, no shareholding test stated)
Quick eligibility check
- 1. Do you hold a valid SFA farm licence?
- 2. Do you have a secured farm site for the project?
- 3. Has your farm been free of unauthorised or illegal activities for at least 1 year?
- 4. Is the project a large, automated, commercial-scale farming system or pre/post-harvest facility?
- 5. Do you have fewer than 2 ongoing ACT-funded projects?
- 6. Have you NOT incurred project costs before applying?
- 7. Can you meet the target productivity levels for your farm type?
0 of 7 answered.
What it covers
- Equipment, software, materials and consumables
- Infra-capital (farm structures, power upgrades, energy systems, chillers, land preparation)
- Basic manpower (SC/PR key project staff, max 50% of funding)
- Professional services (max 50%)
- IPR licensing and registration
- Project training, audit fees, economy airfare
How to apply
- Confirm eligibility and email SFA_Incentives@sfa.gov.sg if unsure
- Download TU guidelines and proposal/outcome templates
- Submit on BGP with all documents
- Accept Letter of Offer on BGP
- Implement within 36 months; achieve deliverables within a further 12 months
Processing time: 12-20 weeks for complete applications
Claims: Reimbursement in 2 stages: up to 70% via interim claims, remaining 30% on final claim after deliverables; claims need invoices, proof of payment, delivery orders and progress report.
Documents you need
- Valid SFA farm licence
- Latest ACRA BizFile
- Latest 1-year financial statements
- Farm and project layout plans
- Lease agreement
- Brochures and quotations for project items
- Project proposal (SFA TU template)
- Project outcomes (SFA template)
Frequently asked questions
What is the Agri-food Cluster Transformation Fund 2 - Technology Upscaling Grant?
Co-funds local farms to adopt large, automated, commercial-scale farming systems and standalone pre-/post-harvest facilities, including related infrastructure works.
How much funding does ACT TU give?
Leafy/fruited veg, beansprout, mushroom, food fish, shrimp, hen eggs: up to 70% (SMEs) / 50% (non-SMEs), cap S$6m per project (farming systems) or S$2m (standalone pre/post-harvest facility). Other food types: up to 50% / 30%, cap S$700,000 (systems) or S$200,000 (facility).
Who is eligible for ACT TU?
Applicants must be registered and operating in Singapore, have group annual turnover of S$100,000,000 or less (for SME rates), have 200 or fewer employees (for SME rates). Local farm holding a valid SFA farm licence Secured farm site for the project No ongoing unauthorised/illegal activities for at least 1 year; past offences resolved and closed Max 2 concurrent ACT projects (incl. earlier tranches) SME = group turnover up to S$100m OR employment up to 200 (SFA definition, no shareholding test stated)
How do I apply for ACT TU?
Apply through Business Grants Portal (BGP 2.0). You must apply before the project starts or any payment is made. Processing time: 12-20 weeks for complete applications.
What documents do I need for ACT TU?
Valid SFA farm licence; Latest ACRA BizFile; Latest 1-year financial statements; Farm and project layout plans; Lease agreement; Brochures and quotations for project items; Project proposal (SFA TU template); Project outcomes (SFA template).
Sources
- Official page: https://www.sfa.gov.sg/food-farming/funding-schemes/act-fund
- https://www.sfa.gov.sg/docs/default-source/recognition-programmes-and-grants/act/act-fund-guidelines-tu.pdf
Information last verified on 23 Oct 2026. Grant rules change often. Always confirm with Singapore Food Agency before you apply.
