The $25 million in funding announced on Wednesday will be used to support 15 strategic research chairs at the University of Saskatchewan’s College of Agriculture and Bioresources. (650 CKOM file photo)

By CKOM News

AGRICULTURE RESEARCH

Province, feds provide $25M boost to agriculture researchers in Sask.

May 8, 2024 | 1:57 PM

Agricultural researchers in Saskatchewan got a big boost on Wednesday.

The federal and provincial governments announced a joint investment of $25 million, to support 15 strategic research chairs at the University of Saskatchewan’s College of Agriculture and Bioresources.

The funding, provided through the Strategic Research Program, will support work focused on genetic improvements for crops, livestock development, the development of food and bioproducts, and research into soils and the environment.

Angela Bedard-Haughn, dean of the college, said the funds are an investment into the success and sustainability of agriculture in the province.

“USask researchers are advancing innovative solutions that meet the needs of farmers, industry and consumers,” Bedard-Haughn said in a statement.

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Her comments were echoed by Lawrence MacAulay, federal minister of agriculture and agri-food.

“Investing in research is vitally important to the long-term resilience and continued growth of Canada’s agriculture sector,” MacAulay said in a statement.

“I have no doubt this innovative research will help ensure our farmers stay on the cutting edge.”