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July 2009
July 2009
Programs and Services
The Northern Agriculture Program
PURPOSE
This program funds innovative projects that provide solutions to the challenges
of producing healthy foods in northern Manitoba. Practical support is provided
to expand agriculture and food production to increase availability and reduce
the cost of fresh, healthy foods for northern residents.
WHO QUALIFIES
- northern Manitoba residents
- northern agriculture producers
- northern partnerships, co-operatives and corporations
- northern band councils
ELIGIBLE COSTS
Funds are available for sustainable, northern agriculture development that
increases local food production and processing in Manitoba. Eligible costs
include:
- food production systems
- for processing and food preservation methods
- new options in crop and livestock production
- new production systems that extend the growing season (ex: greenhouses,
hydroponics)
- new marketing systems that increase regional accessibility and
affordability for northern-produced foods
Northern Agriculture Program Application Form
Northern Agriculture Program Brochure
The MAFRI Northern Growing Opportunities office has specialists who can help
you access this program and other programs that support:
- agriculture in northern climates
- food processing, preservation and storage
- marketing and business development
- northern youth and leadership development
CONTACT
Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Initiatives Northern
Growing Opportunities Office; or call Manitoba Government Inquiry at
1-866-626-4862 for the GO Office nearest you.
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