A Federal-Provincial partnership is providing Manitoba-based Agriculture Research Groups with a funding boost for projects.
Agri-Food Minister Lawrence MacAulay and Manitoba Agriculture Minister Ron Kostyshyn announced $4.7 million in funding under the Sustainable Canadian Agriculture Partnership at the Crop Connect Conference this week.
The news release notes that 36 research projects in Manitoba will benefit from this funding, including the Manitoba Crop Alliance, Manitoba Pulse and Soybean Growers, and the University of Manitoba.
Projects supported by this include genetic selection for better winter wheat, addressing soybean root rot, how crop residue influences soil, and more
Minister Kostyshyn noted he recognized this investment will be a key driver of Manitoba's growth and long-term sustainability.
A full list of funded projects can be found by visiting the S-CAP section of Manitoba's Website.
