The International Pork Marketing Fund (IPMF) was exhausted as of March 31, 2013. The IPMF provided financial assistance for incoming and outgoing missions as well as for some branded initiatives. CPI submitted an application to the new AgriMarketing Program, managed by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) to renew funding for those activities for the next five years. Indications are that CPI will receive some funding however there is no confirmation of amount. A formal response to the application is expected later this year. For the time being, CPI will accept new applications for regular members for activities that take place before then. Those applications will be forwarded to the Approval Committee and if approved, will be placed on a waiting list until funding is available. Please note that if CPI is not successful in obtaining funding for those activities, CPI members will be responsible for all their expenses or will be required to reimburse CPI in full for any demonstrations or promotional activities executed on their behalf. For more information, do not hesitate to contact: César Urías Director, Latin America and Government Programs Management Canada Pork International Tel : (613) 236-9886 ext 231 Back to main page › |
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