The federal government is giving Atlantic Beef Products Inc. $2.26 million to upgrade its kosher and halal meat packing at its plant at Albany, Prince Edward Island.
Canadian markets have been significantly short of kosher-certified beef.
The government said the money will be used for advanced processing and packaging equipment designed to improve food safety, to increase yields and reduce waste.
Upgrades include steam vacuum systems to enhance hygiene, more efficient cutting and meat recovery equipment, and new packaging technology aimed at producing retail-ready halal beef products.
An in-line X-ray analyzer was also included to strengthen quality control and product safety.
