Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Green Youth: Development of Best Practices for Indoor Production of Leafy Greens with Vertical Farming Equipment
Agreement Number:
906548
Agreement Value:
$10,000.00
Agreement Date:
May 28, 2018 - Nov 23, 2018
Description:
The Project will evaluate the various facets of indoor vertical production and develop standard operating procedures for the production of leafy greens, including lettuces. Production practices to be evaluated include: planting practices, temperature, lighting and humidity controls, hydroponic systems, fertilization and harvest intervals and harvesting techniques.
Organization:
National Research Council Canada
Expected Results:
The purpose of IRAP’s Youth Employment Program - Green is to assist in increasing the supply of highly qualified people, promoting the benefits of advanced studies, demonstrating federal leadership by investing in the skills required to meet the needs of the green economy and facilitating the transition of highly skilled young people to a rapidly changing labour market.
Location:
Winnipeg, Manitoba, CA R4G 0B4
Reference Number:
172-2018-2019-Q1-906548
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
132346537
Recipient Type:
For-profit organization
Amendment Date
0001-01-01T00:00:00
Recipient's Legal Name:
March Agricultural Ltd.
Federal Riding Name:
Portage--Lisgar
Federal Riding Number:
46007
Program:
Industrial Research Assistance Program – Green Youth Employment Program
Program Purpose:
The purpose of IRAP’s Youth Employment Program - Green is to assist in increasing the supply of highly qualified people, promoting the benefits of advanced studies, demonstrating federal leadership by investing in the skills required to meet the needs of the green economy and facilitating the transition of highly skilled young people to a rapidly changing labour market.
Coverage:
Green projects stimulate wealth creation for Canada through technological innovation.
NAICS Code:
4183
Amendments: