Meat Processor Expanding in Grey County - McGuinty Government Supports Agri-Food Industry

Ontario is helping a meat processor in Thornbury expand its production, reach new markets and create jobs.

With support from Ontario's Rural Economic Development Program, Black Angus Fine Meats & Game will increase its production of specialty meat and game products with new equipment and added cold storage capacity. These improvements will help the company:

• source more meats from local farmers
• increase efficiency and improve food safety
• increase demand for Ontario game and specialty meat products

A strong agri-food industry is part of the McGuinty government's plan to create jobs and opportunities that will grow the province's economy.

QUOTES

"Black Angus Fine Meats & Game is important to the local agri-food sector and important to Ontario's economy. By helping our meat processors grow and expand their business, we're creating jobs, supporting our farmers, and building a strong food system throughout Ontario."
- Carol Mitchell, Ontario Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs

"Black Angus Fine Meats & Game greatly appreciates the support from the Rural Economic Development Program. This funding will assist us in furthering our vision of supporting local producers through increased consumer awareness and demand for game meats by way of innovative product development, new market opportunities and expanded capacity to supply specialty meat products."
- Sean Kelly, Owner/Operator, Black Angus Fine Meats & Game

QUICK FACTS

• Ontario has invested over $167 million in 412 projects through the Rural Economic Development Program and generated more than $1.2 billion in new economic activity.
• The agri-food industry contributes more than $33 billion to the Ontario economy and employs about 700,000 people.

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