GIFS is a one-of-a-kind institute.
Through our market-facing programs and technical services, we support researchers and organizations across the full innovation pipeline — from discovery through development and delivery.
As a unique, one-stop shop, we combine a comprehensive suite of technologies, facilities, equipment, and expertise to address structural challenges in agriculture and food innovation — driving synergy, focus, velocity, and security across projects.
Collaborating to Drive Innovation
With a partner-centric approach, GIFS collaborates with Canadian and international partners to advance productivity, competitiveness, and sustainability in the agriculture and food sector. Our scalable, cutting-edge services and integrated model position us to accelerate innovation with impact.
Our ambition is bold: to be the world’s preferred partner for agriculture and food innovation.
GIFS was founded in 2012 by the Government of Saskatchewan, Nutrien, and the University of Saskatchewan.
Our Work
FCC Accelerated Breeding Program at GIFS
A world-class, collaborative initiative that leverages our expertise and technologies to help increase the rate of genetic gain in plant and livestock breeding programs.
- Genotyping at scale
- Bioinformatics at scale
- Breeding simulation and optimization
Biomanufacturing
We’re the funnel that feeds the innovation pipeline, offering facilities, equipment, processes, and expertise to support innovative research and development.
- Engineering biology
- Machine learning
- Precision fermentation
Innovation Thought Leadership
GIFS is a trusted source for independent, science-based insights, delivered in clear, accessible language, for the development and advancement of agriculture and food. Through these activities, we’re addressing:
- The future of innovation
- Canada’s market competitiveness
- Sustainable agriculture
Technical Services
By combining a complete suite of technical services, including cutting-edge data analytics, genomics, and engineering biology, we’re accelerating research and product development for agriculture and food.
Contact Us
Serving as agriculture’s innovation catalyst, GIFS is connecting the agri-food ecosystem, advancing innovation, and bridging the gap to commercialization to deliver resilient and sustainable food security for all stakeholders.
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