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Feds help wine research

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The federal government says it will give up to $8.4 million to the Canadian Grapevine Certification Network (CGCN) to help growers better protect their crops, test new varieties and analyze growing practices that are better for the environment.

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Federal Agriculture Minister Lawrence MacAulay also congratulated the Canadian Vintners Association on completing a $1.5 million project under Growing Forward 2’s AgriMarketing program.

That money was used to enhance Canada’s international reputation as a top cool-climate wine producer through market development and trade advocacy activities, and helped launch the Wines of Canada brand.
MacAulay also announced an additional investment of $1.5 million over three years to the Canadian Vintner’s Association under the Canadian Agricultural Partnership’s AgriMarketing program.

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The funding will assist the industry in activities such as participation in trade shows, missions, and promotions in traditional markets, such as the United States, the United Kingdom, and China, as well as CVA’s participation at international trade advocacy events.

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