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Oct 17, 2023 · Canadian farmers used 23% more water to irrigate their crops in 2022 compared with two years earlier, mostly due to drier conditions in Canada. Most of the irrigated water was used for field or forage crops. Canadian agricultural producers used approximately 2.2 billion cubic metres of water to irrigate their crops in 2022.
The Agricultural Water Survey is conducted to gather information on water use, irrigation methods and practices, and sources and quality of water used for agricultural purposes. This survey is part of the Canadian Environmental Sustainability Indicators (CESI) program.
Water and agriculture in Canada [electronic resource] : towards sustainable management of water resources / The Expert Panel on Sustainable Management of Water in the Agricultural Landscapes of Canada.
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Across the country, Canadian farmers are on the frontlines of the climate crisis. Through investments in clean technology, the Government of Canada is focused on supporting farmers through the challenges of today – from droughts to extreme weather – while taking climate action to build a healthy future for generations to come.
February 3, 2022 – Farnham, Quebec – Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Across the country, Canadian farmers are on the frontlines of the climate crisis. Through investments in clean technology, the Government of Canada is focused on supporting farmers through the challenges of today – from droughts to extreme weather – while taking climate action to build a healthy future for generations to come.
Today, the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, announced the first wave of 60 approved projects under the Agricultural Clean Technology (ACT) Program. With $17.9 million for projects across Canada, farmers and agri-businesses will have access to the latest clean technologies. This will help farmers adapt to a changing climate and boost their long-term competitiveness, all while cutting emissions. This funding is focused on three priority areas: green energy and energy efficiency; precision agriculture; and the bioeconomy.
Earlier today, Minister Bibeau virtually met with female-led Fermes Janor Inc. in Farnham, Quebec and was shown the new outdoor grain dryer and equipment made possible through ACT funding of up to nearly $421,000. This is one of nine ACT – Adoption Stream projects approved to date in Quebec, with federal investments in the province totalling up to almost $1.9 million so far.
Later this morning, Wendland Farms Ltd. in Waldheim, Saskatchewan met virtually with Minister Bibeau to showcase progress at its farm operation and its new high-efficiency grain dryer, made possible by ACT funding of up to more than $251,000. This project is one of 24 projects ready so far, with federal investments totaling up to almost $7.6 million to date across Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta.
“The Government of Canada is working together with agricultural producers to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The program helps them acquire more energy-efficient equipment and adopt innovative solutions to make their practices more sustainable. These investments build resilience to climate change and meet consumer expectations.”
- The Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food
“A green recovery includes working closely with our Quebec farmers. To achieve this, we need to implement practices that address greenhouse gas emissions. I am proud that our government is investing in local projects, such as the new high efficiency grain dryer at Janor Farms. Innovative projects like this one will allow us to adopt responsible practices.”
- The Honourable Pascale St. Onge, Minister of Sport, Minister responsible for the Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec, and Member of Parliament for Brome—Missisquoi
“This funding is a key lever that contributes to the sustainability of our company. It allows us to diversify our activities from a standpoint of sustainable production. Investing in energy efficiency provides both economic and environmental gains for all of Quebec and Canadian society as a whole.”
- Marie-Claude Mainville, Agronomist and Manager, Groupe Janor
•The Agricultural Clean Technology (ACT) Program is part of the government’s strengthened climate plan. The climate plan includes 64 new measures and $15 billion in investments in addition to the Canada Infrastructure Bank’s $6 billion for clean infrastructure announced as part of its growth plan.
Through the Adoption Stream, 58 approved projects will support the adoption of clean technologies, with a priority on those that meaningfully reduce GHG emissions.
Through the Research and Innovation Stream, 2 approved projects will support pre-market innovation including research, development, demonstration and commercialization of agricultural clean technologies.
The ACT Program may provide a more favourable cost-share ratio (60:40) where the majority of the business (more than 50 percent) is owned or led by one or more underrepresented groups, which include: women, youth, aged 35 or under, Indigenous groups, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.
Projects and final funding are subject to negotiation of a contribution agreement.
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada has announced $550 million in federal investments to support the development and adoption of clean technologies and beneficial management practices. In addition to ACT, recent programs have been launched to help address environmental issues, including the $185-million Agricultural Climate Solutions (ACS) – Living Labs program to support carbon sequestration and GHG emission reduction and the $200-million ACS – On-Farm Climate Action Fund to support immediate on-farm adoption of beneficial management practices (nitrogen management, rotational grazing and cover cropping).
•Backgrounder - Database: Agricultural Clean Technology Program projects in Canada
Jun 1, 2023 · Analyzing the physicochemical and microbiological properties of treated wastewater used for irrigation greatly impacts the effectiveness size. Reusing sewage or wastewater for agricultural irrigation is a sustainable development strategy that helps address the water scarcity issue.
Jul 13, 2022 · The Municipality of South Bruce receives up to $1,725,000 in the form of a loan and grant funding to upgrade its Teeswater Wastewater Treatment Plant to accommodate population growth, enhance water quality and manage organic loadings caused by increased sewer discharge from a major local plant.
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Nov 17, 2022 · Stackhouse says the study, written in conjunction with the BCG Centre for Canada’s Future and Arrell Food Institute at the University of Guelph, outlines four key areas that will require advancement to reach the goal of more food with fewer emissions.
