The federal government has announced $1.2 million in funding going towards four projects that will help support species at risk in southwest Manitoba.
The money is coming from the Environment and Climate Change Canada's Species at Risk Partnerships on Agricultural Lands initiative (SARPAL).
“SARPAL projects help Manitoba livestock producers and farmers conserve and enhance grasslands that are home to many species at risk,” said The Honourable Catherine McKenna, Minister of Environment and Climate Change. “Through such collaborative efforts we are able to support sustainable ranching and farming practices that help protect wildlife and their habitats. I look forward to continuing our work with the Manitoba Beef Producers, Manitoba Agriculture and local Conservation Districts on innovative solutions to conserve species at risk across Canada.”
Manitoba Beef Producers is receiving $750,000, while the remaining funds will be handed out to the Turtle Mountain Conservation District and Manitoba Sustainable Development, the West Souris River Conservation District and Manitoba Agriculture.
Source : Portageonline