The Ontario Agricultural Sustainability Initiative (OASI) is getting an additional $9 million from the federal and provincial governments.
“We encourage our world-class farmers to seize the opportunities this program offers to improve their soil health, food production and long-term competitiveness,” said Rob Flack, Ontario Minister of Agriculture, Food and Agri-business.
OASI funding assists farmers with adopting new technologies and best management practices to support soil health and water quality and increase on-farm productivity and energy efficiency.
Farmers may submit up to two applications to the program and, if successful, be eligible to receive up to $90,000, depending on the project category.
“This important investment will help farmers here in Ontario adapt to environmental challenges so they can continue to succeed for generations to come,” said Lawrence MacAulay, federal Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food.
The Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association will be delivering the program. The intake opens October 16, 2024.
$9 million invested to increase sustainability and competitiveness of Ontario farms
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