Canada announces $35M support for sustainable farming practices

The Government of Canada and the Government of Quebec announced $35.3 million to support producers adopting sustainable farming practices under the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership. The initiative is expected to help up to 1,200 new farm businesses, with a total direct aid reaching $122 million. The assistance has already led to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by almost 150,000 tonnes of CO2 equivalent and pesticide use by more than 200,000 kg.