Grants and Contributions:

Title:

Genetic Barcoding of Species Relevant to Plant and Animal Health in Canada and Development of Information-Sharing Platforms to Facilitate Control and Regulatory Activities

Agreement Number:

FAP 1819-001

Agreement Value:

$600,000.00

Agreement Date:

Apr 1, 2018 - Mar 31, 2020

Description:

This project involves the development of genomics applications, DNA barcoding, and information management systems for species identification to enhance tracking, prevention and emergency response to regulated pests and diseases.

Organization:

Canadian Food Inspection Agency

Expected Results:

Early detection of regulated pest species will reduce safety risks to humans, animals and plants; minimize economic consequences associated with their introduction; and mitigate ecosystem disturbances and environmental impacts.

Location:

Guelph, Ontario, CA

Reference Number:

GC-2018-Q3-00001

Agreement Type:

Contribution

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Type:

Academia

Additional Information:

The CFIA will also contribute subject matter expertise for this project to a maximum value of $100,000.

Recipient's Legal Name:

University of Guelph │Université de Guelph

Research Organization:

Biodiversity Institute of Ontario │Institut de la biodiversité de l'Ontario

Program:

CFIA Federal Assistance Program