Lisa McLean's Blog – November 2009 Archive (1)

$20 million fund good news for Ontario food processors

Minister Goodyear announces investment to support Ontario’s food and beverage processors

The Honourable Gary Goodyear, Minister of State for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario) announced a $20 million investment today in Guelph that will allow food and beverage processors operating in Southern Ontario access to funds to expand, modernize, innovate and/or improve their competitiveness.

AOFP President, Craig Richardson thanked… Continue

Added by Lisa McLean on November 10, 2009 at 7:30am — 3 Comments

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The cost of filling a combine in Canada

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FCC Launches $1 Billion Agri-food Project Finance Fund for Canadian Food Processing Growth

Farm Credit Canada has launched a new $1 billion financing initiative designed to support major food processing and manufacturing projects across Canada.

Organic Farming in Canada Enters the Mainstream as Market Nears $12 Billion

As Canada celebrates Organic Month in September, new data shows organic farming has evolved into a major economic force.

Canadian Staccato® Cherry Patent Dispute Ends in Major Settlement

A major legal battle over Canada's Staccato® cherry variety has ended with a settlement that includes royalty payments, export restrictions, and funding for future tree fruit breeding programs.

Smart Cover Crop Management Boosts Soil Health and Yields

Studies show that effective cover crop management depends on proper planting timing, species selection, and seeding rates.

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