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Research & Development

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Supporting Research

EFA has established a Research Fund that is used to support research priorities.  EFA’s Research Committee reviews project proposals from qualified researchers year-round and also works directly with researchers to provide industry feedback on projects.  To ensure consistency and fairness in the proposal evaluation process, EFA uses a standardized tool for selecting projects with the greatest impact, in an objective and transparent manner.

Researchers applying for grants for which EFA will provide funds are encouraged to include a budget for producer communications and education, in order to ensure the research knowledge is transferred to egg farmers.  EFA also presents research results and updates at annual farmer meetings.

In addition to providing funds for project proposals put forth by third parties, EFA also actively seeks to develop, coordinate and lead projects related to addressing strategic industry challenges or opportunities.

EFA’s 5-Year Research Priorities: 2024-2029

EFA’s 5-year research priorities were developed in collaboration with researchers, value chain partners, and producers, to support the Research Committee’s proposal review and investment decision process.  EFA’s Research Priorities: 2024-2029

Strategic Partnerships

EFA is a member of the Alberta Agriculture Funding Consortium (AAFC), which provides a one-window approach to coordinating agricultural research and development funding, and aligning projects with inter-industry goals.  EFA recognizes the importance of local, highly qualified personnel and thus supports provincial research and learning institutions.

EFA also provides funds to support undergraduate students interested in considering studies related to the egg industry.  Funding is provided to the Department of Agricultural, Food & Nutritional Science (AFNS) at the University of Alberta, and is distributed to undergraduate projects under the direction of the faculty member teaching an undergraduate animal science Capstone (Senior Project) course.  The funds are also available for conference travel related to the Capstone project.