Ontario Agriculture Minister Jeff
Leal has promised $19 million to help the greenhouse industry be competitive
through the development of innovative new technologies, encouraging investments
in greenhouse agriculture and boosting productivity. He made the promise this
week in a media event in Bowmanville.
George Gilvesy, chairman of the
Ontario Greenhouse Vegetable Growers marketing board said “we are extremely
pleased with the announcement made by Minister Leal today. We are very
optimistic with the prospects of continuing our work with the Government of
Ontario to determine how we ensure a vibrant and sustainable future for our
province's greenhouse sector.”
Jan VanderHout, chair of the Ontario Greenhouse Alliance, said
“Ontario's greenhouse sector is a major contributor to the provincial economy.
“We appreciate the . . . support and recognition of the need to invest
in our future as well as work with our members on challenges facing Ontario’s
greenhouse sector.
“This funding will
support the continued growth of our sector and its capacity to create jobs,
drive exports and provide a reliable supply of locally grown greenhouse
products for Ontario consumers.
