By OMAFRA Ag Rep Brian Bell
The Species at Risk Farm Incentive Program is back
The program remains largely the same as last year: 50 percent and 65 percent cost-share levels, to a maximum of $20,000 per farm business; 10 percent SAR Watch Bonus; first come, first served. Eligible invoice dates: April 1, 2018 to December 14, 2018; Up to $50/tree for tree planting projects (new!); Up to a maximum of $2,000 in in-kind (new!). All program materials are available on the OSCIA website: www.ontariosoilcrop.org/oscia-programs/sarfip/. If you have questions about the 2018 SARFIP program, please contact Maria at maria.ramirez@ontariosoilcrop.org or 519-826-3035.
Kinds of soil health-related projects that may be eligible for funding under CAP
Under the Canadian Agricultural Partnership (CAP), launched in April 2018, a number of soil and water stewardship initiatives were included. Producers, organizations, regional collaborations, agriculture community influencers, advisors and Indigenous communities are encouraged to apply for funding. Program funds will also be targeted to businesses and organizations working to improve soil health and water quality through education and training, adoption of best management practices, applied research and demonstration projects.
