Monday, November 20, 2023

Another $25 million for innovation

There’s another $25 million on the table for farmers and agriculture businesses to invest in innovative technologies and equipment that increase productivity and efficiency.


It’s part of Ontario’s goal to increase food production by 30 per cent by 2032 and to increase the economic impact of Ontario’s food and

beverage manufacturing by 10 per cent.


Ontario Agriculture Minister Lisa Thompson, said “these investments will allow establtimize their operations and help in achieving the

ambitious goals we have set out for the agriculture and food sector .”


Also eligible are Among projects that enhance cyber security.


Innovative technology and equipment projects, up to $100,000, will be eligible for up to a 50 per cent cost-share. 

 

Applications will open Feb. 15.


Look for another one or two news releases about then, crafted to win votes for the federal and Ontario politicians in power.