Turkey Processor Expanding in Thamesford - McGuinty Government Supports Agri-Food Industry, Creates 30 Jobs

Ontario is helping Cold Springs Farm in Thamesford upgrade its plant to increase production and support Ontario turkey farmers.

With support from Ontario's Rural Economic Development Program, Cold Springs Farm has added new processing equipment, increased refrigeration capacity and made efficiency improvements throughout their facility. This will allow the company to:

" create 30 new jobs and keep more than 560 positions
" introduce new product innovation to the marketplace
" source more turkey from Ontario turkey farmers

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

"Investing in Ontario food processors is a key part of the McGuinty government's plan to strengthening our province's agri-food industry. By giving Cold Springs Farms, the tools they need to succeed, we're helping a local business grow, creating jobs, and opening the door for Ontario turkey farmers."
- Carol Mitchell, Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs

"This investment is a significant opportunity for Cold Springs Farm and the Ontario turkey industry at large. As the largest employer in Thamesford, the RED grant will allow us to source more turkey from Ontario farmers and increase product innovation, benefiting employees, producers, and customers."
- Jeff McDowell, Vice President, Poultry, Maple Leaf Consumer Foods

QUICK FACTS

• Ontario has invested over $167 million in 418 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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