Canadian Forage and Grassland Association receives funding boost from expanded On-Farm Climate Action Fund

Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Lawrence MacAulay, has announced an expansion of the On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF), allocating an additional $300 million to support farmers in becoming more climate resilient over the next three years.

Among the 13 initial recipients, the Canadian Forage and Grassland Association (CFGA) has been highlighted for its significant role in advancing sustainable agricultural practices.

The CFGA, along with other recipients such as the B.C. Investment Agriculture Foundation and ECOCERT Canada, will use the funding to help farmers adopt beneficial management practices. These practices include cover cropping, nitrogen management, and rotational grazing, which are essential for improving soil health, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and enhancing water quality.

Minister MacAulay emphasized the importance of these investments.

“Farmers are on the front lines of climate change and are committed to keeping their land healthy and productive. This funding will support their efforts and ensure that Canada remains a leader in sustainable agriculture,” said Minister MacAulay.

OFCAF aims to low the costs of implementing on-farm practices, provide access to agronomic services, and facilitate knowledge transfer through outreach and training. Farmers across Canada are encouraged to use the On-Farm Climate Action Fund Web Tool to determine which recipient best serves their needs.

This expansion of the OFCAF is part of the Government of Canada’s broader Agricultural Climate Solutions initiative, which is committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 45 to 50 per cent below 2005 levels by 2035.