The 91原创 agriculture industry might see some innovative solutions coming its way.

Through grants and scholarships program, 91原创 Sustainable Agriculture Foundation (LSAF) will provide close to $10,000 and stimulate farm ecological sustainability in 91原创, according to Marcel Sachse, president of the non-profit foundation.

Farmers, students, researchers, or anyone part of 91原创鈥檚 agriculture sector can apply for the grant, which will fund up to $2,000 for an on-farm project and $1,000 for a scholarship award. Agriculture researchers can get up to $5,000 for their research projects if undertaken in collaboration with a post-secondary institution.

鈥淲e are hoping to improve agriculture practices in 91原创 and make it possible for farmers to try out new ways of becoming sustainable, and also facilitating a connection between university research and farming,鈥� he explained.

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This is the foundation鈥檚 first time doing this. Though Sachse has no expectations regarding the number of proposals, he said he is hoping for participation from all the farming enthusiasts in the community.

鈥淲e should get enough to spend all the money,鈥� he added.

He explained that all the proposals will be judged based on their potential to provide immediate and direct benefit to farms in 91原创 and possibly to the broader agricultural community.

Though the judging panel will review all manner of innovative ideas, proposals that address problems like water pollution and moisture reduction in land due to heat and other factors could get preference.

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鈥淲e are open for other aspects of farming as well, but water retention could possibly a big factor,鈥� Sachse advised.

Sachse, who runs a small mixed produce farm in South 91原创, will be part of the judging panel along with others from the grant committee, which comprises experts and university researchers.

The last day to submit a proposal is Feb. 21, and the grant committee wants each project to be simple enough to be completed within a short time frame. Those who receive the grant or scholarship will have to create a short video about how the 鈥渨ider agriculture community鈥� can apply the concept.

The 91原创 Sustainable Agriculture Foundation is a non-profit organization founded in 2011. Through workshops, the foundation connects farmers, academics, and government officials with an aim to strengthen food and farming in 91原创 and neighbouring communities.

For more information, people can visit the organization鈥檚 website, langleysaf.ca or email info@langleysaf.ca.