Results Driven Agriculture Research (RDAR) has announced an investment of over $7.5 million in research grants as part of the Agriculture Funding Consortium (AFC). This funding aims to deliver impactful results for Alberta’s producers.
The AFC, consisting of 18 agricultural organizations, coordinates funding to support sustainability, diversification, and growth in Western Canada’s agriculture and agri-food industry. The combined investment, including contributions from RDAR’s AFC partners, totals nearly $12 million and will support 40 research projects. This funding ensures that the projects align with industry needs, enhancing productivity, profitability, and competitiveness in the agriculture sector.
The approved AFC funding will benefit various Alberta agricultural commodities, including livestock (bees, beef, dairy, pork, poultry), crops (wheat, canola, pulses, potatoes), and feed and forages.
Alberta’s Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation, RJ Sigurdson, emphasized the importance of RDAR’s investment through the Agriculture Funding Consortium, highlighting its role in supporting diverse agricultural projects across the province.
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