Improving access to fruits and vegetables in a short season climate

Canada’s short growing season limits the ability to produce enough fruits and vegetables to meet the country’s year-round demand.    

To look closer at that challenge, the federal government will fund a new program to examine alternatives.   

The Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) Growth Pathway Program will support increased domestic fruit and vegetable production and reduce reliance on imported produce.   

CEA Technology Adoption Stream will support the adoption, expansion and modernization of CEA infrastructure and technologies, including automation, robotics, lighting, and digital growing tools.