Some good news for local grape growers.
The province is investing over $115,000 to support the growth of the market and launch a new table grape variety.
Funding will be provided to the Ontario Fresh Grape Growers Marketing Board to allow for increased marketing during grape season as well as let Ontarians know when local produce has reached grocery stores.
Niagara West MPP Sam Oosterhoff says this will provide a boost to local growers.
"While Niagara is known for our famous wine grapes and fresh peaches, our region is also a key producer of table grapes. This new funding will help diversify production at local vineyards and highlight the innovative spirit of growers in Niagara. Whether producing wine, juice or table grapes, our tender fruit farmers grow some of the best produce in the world."
Table grape production in Ontario is largely concentrated in the Niagara Peninsula.
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