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Article: AAFC: Biofuels, Organic Sectors in P.E.I. to Benefit from New Government Funding

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September 28, 2007
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FREETOWN, PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND--(Marketwire - Sept. 28, 2007) - The Honourable Gerry Ritz, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food and Minister for the Canadian Wheat Board, today announced almost $460,000 in federal funding for three projects aimed at boosting alternative fuel production and organic agriculture in Prince Edward Island.

"Biofuels and organic agriculture represent two exciting growth areas for Canadian farmers," said Minister Ritz. "These innovative projects are also good for the environment and Canada's New Government is proud to partner with groups and individuals in P.E.I. who are committed to making the industry greener and more profitable."

The funding includes $189,450 ...

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