Victoria – BC farmers looking to grow their businesses in the face of rising costs are getting support for accessing new technologies from items such as robotic and automated equipment, farm management software and digital sensors, which will help them increase production, efficiency and profitability. The new BC On-Farm Technology Adoption Program will provide as much as $3 million over …
$1.65 million investment supporting research at Lakehead University Agricultural Research Station THUNDER BAY – The governments of Canada and Ontario are investing up to $1.65 million over five years to support research programming, knowledge transfer and the operations and management of the Lakehead University Agricultural Research Station (LUARS). This multi-year funding through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP) will …
Canada and Ontario committing up to $25 million to boost efficiency in farming and food processing WATERDOWN – The governments of Canada and Ontario are investing up to $25 million, through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP), to expand production capacity and boost energy efficiency in the agriculture and food sector. Through the Agri-Tech Innovation Initiative, funding will be …
Canada and Ontario investing $8 million to help apple, tender fruit and grape growers create new opportunities LINCOLN – The governments of Canada and Ontario are investing up to $8 million through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP) to help apple, tender fruit, and wine grape producers grow popular varieties of produce. The initial apple and tender fruit intake …
Ontario Agri-Food Research Initiative funding projects that boost production and increase trade opportunities for home grown products TORONTO – The governments of Canada and Ontario are investing up to $16.5 million through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP) to support agri-food research and innovation projects that will help Ontario develop new technologies, practices and solutions for the agri-food sector. …
Canada and Ontario committing over $8 million to provide farmers and their families with mental health resources TORONTO – The governments of Canada and Ontario are investing more than $8 million to support the mental health and wellness of farmers and their families. With this commitment, the Farmer Wellness Initiative, the In the Know program and the Guardian Network will …
Victoria – As British Columbians continue to experience the impacts of record drought and wildfire, B.C. farmers and ranchers are receiving support so they can continue to produce food in a changing climate. The Regional Extension Program is supporting regional projects focusing on research, knowledge transfer and new technologies. Funded by the governments of Canada and British Columbia, the goal …
Canada and Ontario providing up to $1 million to boost production TORONTO – The governments of Canada and Ontario are investing up to $1 million over two years through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP) to support productivity and growth in the province’s maple syrup sector. The Maple Production Improvement Initiative will provide eligible maple syrup producers access to …
Governments investing over $1.3 million to help beekeepers improve their operations TORONTO – The governments of Canada and Ontario are investing over $1.3 million through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP) to help improve the resiliency and competitiveness of beekeeper operations in Ontario. “Honey bees and the producers who care for them play a vital role in the production and diversity of …
Victoria – British Columbia (B.C.) farmers and ranchers can better prepare for and mitigate impacts of climate change, while continuing to support the province’s food security and a sustainable environment through funding from the governments of Canada and British Columbia. Funding is available via the Beneficial Management Practices (BMP) Program. The BMP Program is now open for its first round …
