The government of Ontario is investing $6.52-million in University of Guelph research to help find ways to prevent or control costly crop diseases and pests, improve soil health and water quality and quantity and boost productivity and profitability for farmers.
The government of Ontario is investing $6.52-million in University of Guelph research to help find ways to prevent or control costly crop diseases and pests, improve soil health and water quality and quantity and boost productivity and profitability for farmers.
These research projects are funded through the Ontario Agri-Food Innovation Alliance, a longstanding collaboration between the Ontario Government and the University of Guelph that elevates the agri-food sector through research and innovation excellence.
“The research we’re investing in is vital to helping Ontario’s hardworking farmers and food businesses be profitable,” said Ernie Hardeman, Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs. “Now, more than ever, we need to support innovative solutions that improve production practices, protect our environment while stimulate growth in our agri-food sector.”
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