Agricultural is always changing and at a rapid pace, trying to keep up with those changes can be a challenge.

Today, the Province (of Manitoba) and the federal government announced up to $1 million to support learning activities, knowledge transfer and resource development for local agricultural organizations.

Agriculture Minister Derek Johnson says stakeholders have told us they want more funding for formalized mentorship and peer-to-peer training

"Eligible organizations can receive up to $25,000 per organization over the duration of the program. Smaller organizations have found that cost-sharing projects can be difficult and options for organizations now address this challenge."

 Kristie Beynon, executive director for Direct Farm Manitoba says they've accessed funds through similar government programs to help put on their annual conference.

“The annual Direct Farm Marketing Conference brings together fruit and vegetable growers, livestock producers and other direct marketers from across the province to network and learn."

To access the Industry Development Initiatives application and guide, visit  https://manitoba.ca/scap/resiliency/industry-development-initiatives.html.