WELLINGTON COUNTY – Continuing to help local farmers stay on the cutting edge of agricultural innovation.
That is what a county grant program aims to do; assist local farmers mitigate the risk of applying new regenerative agriculture practices.
Experimental Acres let farmers apply for grant funding of up to $3,000 to help with projects that could benefit their operations.
Agricultural Coordinator with the County, Jordan Grigg, says they are always looking for a wide variety of projects. She says they usually fall into three categories.
The project, which was piloted in 2022, has produced many success stories. Grigg says she continues to learn and appreciate the vision of area farmers.
Generally more popular with smaller farms, Grigg says all sizes of farming operations are welcome to apply.
Grigg says applications are being accepted until January 19 and says in the past funding for these projects has ranged from $500 – $3,000.
Those looking for more information can go to wellington.ca/experimentalacres.
