The federal and provincial governments are allocating nearly $15 million to help Ontario farmers improve their farmlands.
The funding was announced on Wednesday, with the two governments claiming they're doing this to help farmers stay competitive in the face of tariffs and economic uncertainty.
"By supporting natural infrastructure and sustainable practices, we’re helping to protect our farmlands and strengthen Canada’s food system," said Heath MacDonald, the federal Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food.
He explained that the funding can be used for various tasks, such as caring for the soil and maintaining clean water.
"Ontario farmers are incredible, caring stewards of their lands, who work hard to make them more productive and resilient, even as they face challenges out of their control,” added Trevor Jones, Ontario's Minister of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness.
An additional $5 million is also being allocated by the Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association (OSCIA) to help farmers plant grasslands and trees, reduce tillage, and build water retention features.
Applications for this funding will be accepted starting September 22, 2025.