Harper Government Supports Canada''s Horticulture Sector
(firmenpresse) - EDMONTON, ALBERTA -- (Marketwired) -- 11/13/14 -- Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
The Honourable Kevin Sorenson, Minister of State (Finance) and Member of Parliament for Crowfoot, on behalf of Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz, today announced an investment of $2.3 million to the Canadian Ornamental Horticulture Alliance for a national research cluster to help address the industry''s top priorities.
This cluster, comprised of industry partners and research organizations across Canada, will harness Canada''s expertise in areas such as water and nutrient management and sustainable production. It will also help the industry tap into new market opportunities at home and abroad.
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"Canada''s horticulture sector is large and diverse, and a core part of Canada''s economy. The results from this project will help increase the competitiveness and sustainability of the sector by creating economic opportunities and market growth."
- The Honourable Kevin Sorenson, Minister of State (Finance)
"This AgriInnovation funding provides the very real opportunity for our industry to develop new breeds of plant material that represent the beauty and hardiness that Canada is known for around the world. It also helps us proactively address growing threats to crops from environmental challenges and to improve production practices for continued growth and sustainability."
- Michael Murray, President of the Canadian Ornamental Horticulture Alliance
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Ottawa, Ontario
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Datum: 13.11.2014 - 15:46 Uhr
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