“The purpose of it is to provide support to Manitoba non-profit organizations, and to give awareness to agriculture and hopefully help Manitoba's economy,” said Candace Tolton.
She is the president of Manitoba 4-H Council, who will administer the program.
Staff from “Manitoba Agriculture and Resource Development approached us and asked if we would be interested in being part of this program. We are honored that the government trusts us and chose us to implement this program,” Tolton told Farms.com.
Intake for the 2021 program is open and applicants have until Feb. 28, 2021 to apply.
“It's a really great opportunity for non-profit organizations in our province. The purpose is to support agriculture development opportunities, such as skills development, promotion of career opportunities in the ag industry,” said Tolton. “I think it will really benefit lots of our rural communities once people are aware of this.”
People can find more information on the program and apply here.
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