Up to $8 million to help apple, tender fruit and grape growers
The provincial and federal governments are investing up to $8 million to help apple, tender fruit and wine grape producers.
Federal Agriculture Minister Lawrence MacAulay says the money will help cover the cost of new plants.
"Tender fruit, apple, and wine grape producers are a vital part of Canada’s agricultural industry," says MacAulay. "This funding will help the sector stay competitive while providing Canadians with access to locally grown, healthy, and delicious fruit."
Under the Growing Future Opportunities Initiative, eligible producers can apply to receive 75% of cost-share funding for plants.
Apple and tender fruit growers can apply starting November 20th, and the wine grape intake will start in winter 2024.
Plants will need to be grown by the end of 2026.
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