Investing in organic farming research is essential for advancing sustainable practices, addressing the sector's unique challenges, and supporting the continued growth and competitiveness of Canadian organic products.
Today, Kody Blois, Member of Parliament for Kings-Hants, on behalf of the Honorable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, announced up to $6,828,349 over 5 years to the Organic Federation of Canada (OFC) through the AgriScience Program - Clusters Component, an initiative under the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership.
This funding will allow the OFC to partner on research into the environmental benefits of sustainable farming practices and address challenges such as climate change, biodiversity loss, soil health and water quality. The OFC will develop solutions to production challenges such as organic crop adaptability and pest management. These efforts will improve the performance of organic production systems, support economic growth and development, and improve sustainability in the sector.
The Government of Canada is committed to supporting research and innovation in the organic sector to ensure that Canadian organic producers continue to lead in environmental stewardship, while securing a strong economic future.
