More funding is being set aside to help Ontario agri-food businesses expand.
The provincial and federal governments are investing as much as $6-million through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership to help those in the agriculture industry expand into domestic and foreign markets.
The Grow Ontario Market program is a new, cost-share initiative that will support food and beverage processors, farm businesses, and agri-food sector organizations. Examples of eligible projects could include market analysis and planning, product development activities, or new market-entry promotional efforts to expand opportunities for Ontario food products.
Applicants can receive up to 50 per cent cost share for eligible costs, to a maximum of $60,000 per business for producers and food and beverage processors, and up to $125,000 for sector organizations. Eligible businesses can apply for support starting May 19, 2023. Applications will continue to be accepted as long as funding is available.