A strategy is proposed to expand agriculture in the Okanagan.

Surrey-based Kwantlen Polytechnic University wants to conduct a bioregion food system design, study and plan for the entire Okanagan region.

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The project goals include potential increases in food production and processing for local markets and potential improvements in food self-reliance, the local economy and jobs. There could also be a potential reduction in detrimental environmental impacts from food production, while the potential for post-production needs would be considered.

Current policy gaps at all levels of government would be reviewed and policy changes would be proposed.

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The cost of the project is $400,000 and the three valley regional districts are being asked to contribute half ($50,000 from RDNO over two years). The remainder of the funding would likely come from a variety of agencies.

No decision for funding has been made but RDNO officials appear intrigued by the study.

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However, some caution is coming from director Mike Macnabb.

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