QSA's Week in Agri (#8, 2024)
Beef sector funding; Agri-food funding in Ontario; Lloydminster trade regulations; Indigenous food sovereignty; Prairies economic development.
Start Date: 2024-11-23
End Date: 2024-11-29
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Federal Investment in Canadian Beef Sector
The Government of Canada has allocated over $5.4 million to five projects aimed at enhancing the Canadian beef sector. This funding, distributed through programs like the AgriAssurance and AgriCompetitiveness Programs, seeks to improve market access and promote sustainable practices. The Verified Beef Production Plus program will receive up to $1 million to enhance certification standards and expand training for producers. Additionally, the Canadian Cattle Association will develop tools such as a Grassland Production Index User Interface to aid producers in risk management. These initiatives are expected to bolster the sector's competitiveness and market reach.
Sources: ['Announcements: www.canada.ca']
