Dec 14 (Reuters) - Graincorp Ltd GNC.AX :
* Graincorp expands grain origination footprint in Canada GNC.AX
* Will contribute CAD$30 million (aud$30 million) over the next two years, while the joint venture will source additional funding from financial institutions of CAD$60 million
* Says Graincorp will hold a 50 per cent share in the joint venture, which will be based in Calgary
* Says construction is expected to be staged progressively from the second half of FY 2016 through to the end of FY 2018
* Says discussions have commenced in relation to rail and port access for the joint venture
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