Leamington greenhouses get $41 million

The province is going to spend $41 million to improve treatment of wastewater from Leamington’s greenhouses.

The province is calling it support for local food production.

Ontario Agriculture Minister Trevor Jones said "this investment is a clear example of our government's plan to protect Ontario's economy by supporting the people and the sectors that drive it."

Jones is also member of the legislature for Chatham-Kent-Leamington.

Leamington is home to one of the largest greenhouse hubs in North America , and the Ontario government said the funding will help improve crop yield, quality, and drought resistance by ensuring a consistent water supply.