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June 2009
September 2009
Programs and Services
Agri-Extension Innovation Program
PURPOSE
This program provides funds to farm and non-farm clients for the evaluation of
innovative technology that will improve environmental sustainability,
profitability and added value in farming. Local GO Teams will work directly with
clients on Agri-Extension Innovation projects.
WHO QUALIFIES
Eligible applicants include:
- farmers
- agri-processors
- partnerships, co-operatives, corporations and communes
- Applicants must lead the projects for which they apply. Priority will be given
to technology-verification projects that demonstrate, evaluate and transfer the
technology of proven innovations to the farm level. These include proven
innovations in: new crops, new crop/livestock production methods and
technologies (especially those providing new income sources, lower production
costs and sustainable production).
ELIGIBLE COSTS
Funds are available for, but not limited to:
- goods, shipping and transportation
- services (such as per diems for presenters and laboratory testing)
- promotion and advertising (up to $2,500 per project)
- rental or lease of equipment or machinery
Application Form
Application Form
Fillable *
Program Terms and Conditions
Premises ID Application Guidelines
CONTACT
Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Initiatives
Growing Opportunities Office; or call Manitoba Government Inquiry at
1-866-626-4862 for the GO Office nearest you.*Application form in Fillable
PDF Format.
(Please Note: These are large files. You cannot save completed copy of this form
on your computer without the full version of Adobe Acrobat Writer. If you would
like a copy for your records. Please fill it in and print it.)
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