Proponent: JAG Sod Farm Ltd.
Summary of Environmental Assessment Process
Project Description:
The proposal is to develop a 60 hectare domed peat bog located 12 kilometres south of the TCH on the west side of the Bay D’espoir Highway. Construction will include the development of a portion of the bog into approximately 6 hectares of cranberry field beds. This development will include an irrigation/ sediment pond, auxiliary buildings, water control structures, drainage tile in the bed, and berm construction. Harvesting includes flooding each field with 45 centimetres of water, independently, and removal with a cranberry beater. The project is scheduled to commence in July, 2009 if approved.
- June 8, 2009 – The undertaking was registered.
- July 15, 2009 – Public comments are due.
- July 23, 2009 – The Minister’s decision is due.
- July 31, 2009 – The Minister Released the undertaking.
- Documents:
- Registration (528 KB)
- Public Notices:
- Project Registered (18 KB)
- Project Released (21 KB)
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