Apply by May 25 for a 2018 Premier's Award for Agri-Food Innovation Excellence; up to $75,000 awarded

Press Release — The Premier's Award for Agri-Food Innovation Excellence program supports and recognizes the dedication, hard work and innovation of local agri-food businesses and individuals who are adding value to existing products, helping create jobs and contributing to economic growth.Submit your application by 11:59 p.m. on May 25, 2018 to be eligible for a chance to win one of the following awards:

• Premier's Award - one $75,000 award available
• Minister's Award - one $50,000 award available
• Leaders in Innovation Award - three $25,000 awards available
• Provincial award - 45 $5,000 awards available

Program applications are reviewed by two independent panels consisting of agri-food industry representatives from across the province.Review the application checklist to ensure you have completed all steps correctly. For more information about the awards and the application process, please review the program guidebook.If you have any questions or would like a hard copy of the application form, please contact the Agricultural Information Contact Centre at 1-877-424-1300 or ag.info.omafra@ontario.ca.