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Genome Canada Initiative for Food Safety and Security

by Global Biodefense Staff
June 16, 2014
Genome Canada Initiative for Food Safety and Security

Genome Canada, in partnership with the Western Grains Research Foundation (WGRF), today launched a Request for Applications for the 2014 Large-Scale Applied Research Project Competition: Genomics and Feeding the Future.

The competition will support research projects that will create new knowledge and inform public policy for Canada’s agri-food and fisheries & aquaculture sectors and contribute solutions that can help feed the world’s growing population.

Approximately $90 million will be invested over 4 years in large-scale research projects across Canada, each worth from $2 million to $10 million. Genome Canada will invest $30 million, WGRF $5 million, and the balance of investment will be obtained through co-funding of projects from other sources, such as industry, governments and not-for-profits. Projects will be selected through a rigorous international peer review process.

“Genomics and genomic-related technologies in the agri-food and fisheries & aquaculture sectors can play a strong role in boosting food production and international trade, raising nutritional value, reducing spoilage and ensuring food safety both in Canada and globally,” said Dr. Pierre Meulien, President and CEO of Genome Canada.

Canada is already leading a number of national and international genomics-based initiatives that have the potential to result in improved crop yields, better food and water safety, enhanced livestock health, improved disease resistance and population health among fish stocks and better management of pests and invasive species that threaten agricultural production and trade. The projects funded through this new Competition will build on such past successes and equip Canadian producers and others with new knowledge to address pressing global food-related challenges.

“WGRF is excited about the impact this initiative can have for producers,” said Dave Sefton, WGRF Board Chair. “Our partnership with Genome Canada will allow WGRF to invest in the best genomics research programs in Canada. Support of genomics for crop research is vital for the development of new farm management practices, innovative agricultural products and improved crop varieties,” added Sefton.

Details on submitting an application are available at the Genome Canada website.

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