date:Jul 05, 2012
ore innovative, and better manage risk. These initiatives include:
A $50-million Agricultural Innovation Program to facilitate innovation and adoption of new products, technologies, and processes that enhance economic growth, productivity, and competitiveness;
Efforts to open, reopen, and expand market access for Canadian farmers and producers, who last year exported agriculture products valued at more than $44 billion;
A $500-million loan program through Farm Credit Canada to ensur