Canada’s AgGrowth Coalition expects provincial ministers to support BRM review
July 14, 2017
Canada’s AgGrowth Coalition expects federal and provincial agricultural ministers across Canada to support the request for a comprehensive review of the Business Risk Management suite of programs for agriculture at the upcoming Federal-Provincial-Territorial (FPT) meeting. “We are anticipating the announcement of this review during the FPT ...
Learn MoreNational Environmental Farm Plan Summit to take place this November
June 28, 2017
Ottawa, June 28, 2017 – Agri-food stakeholders from across the value chain are invited to attend the second annual National Environmental Farm Plan (NEFP) Summit in Ottawa, November 1-2, 2017. As Co-Chair of the NEFP steering committee, the Canadian Federation of Agriculture (CFA) encourages producers and farm groups to be part of this ...
Learn MoreCFA report sets the stage for food policy summit
June 21, 2017
OTTAWA, June 21, 2017 – Leading up to the federal government’s summit on June 22-23 on creating A Food Policy for Canada, the Canadian Federation of Agriculture (CFA) today released a summary report from a collaborative session held earlier this month at which a range of stakeholders explored how Canada can work toward successfully ...
Learn MoreMedia Statement regarding “A Food Policy for Canada” consultations
May 30, 2017
OTTAWA, May 30, 2017 — Following is a statement from Canadian Federation of Agriculture (CFA) President Ron Bonnett in reaction to yesterday’s announcement by Agriculture and Agri-Food Minister Lawrence MacAulay of a new consultation for developing a national food policy. “The Canadian Federation of Agriculture is pleased to ...
Learn MoreThe Transportation Modernization Act addresses farmers’ concerns on grain transportation
May 17, 2017
OTTAWA, MAY 17, 2017 – On initial review, the Canadian Federation of Agriculture welcomes the long-awaited Transportation Modernization Act tabled in parliament yesterday by the Minister of Transport Marc Garneau. The Act seeks to improve access, transparency, efficiency, and sustainable long-term investment in the freight rail sector. ...
Learn MoreAgGrowth Coalition still seeking comprehensive BRM review
May 11, 2017
Canadian farm leaders look for commitment under Next Policy Framework GUELPH, ON (May 11, 2017) – Canada’s AgGrowth Coalition is disappointed that federal and provincial governments have not yet made a clear commitment to undertake a comprehensive review of business risk management (BRM) for Canadian farmers, but look forward to ...
Learn MoreCFA: 2016 Census of Agriculture shows that agriculture is poised for success
May 11, 2017
OTTAWA, MAY 11, 2017 – The 2016 Census of Agriculture, released yesterday, shows that agriculture is a dynamic, innovative sector that is growing steadily. The CFA is pleased to see significant growth in a variety of sectors across the country, as well as increased representation in the industry by young farmers and women. While these ...
Learn MoreSenate committee report charts a path toward increasing market access for Canadian producers
May 9, 2017
OTTAWA, MAY 9, 2017 — A report released yesterday on increasing market access for Canadian agricultural products recommends a series of policy changes that would position Canada for broad economic gains and bring value to all Canadians. The Canadian Federation of Agriculture (CFA) welcomes the Standing Senate Committee of Agriculture and ...
Learn MoreCFA promotes benefits of NAFTA during talks with U.S. farm leaders
May 1, 2017
OTTAWA, MAY 1, 2017 — Leaders from the Canadian Federation of Agriculture (CFA) strengthened their Canada-U.S. connections and underscored the benefits of NAFTA last week during meetings with American Farm Bureau representatives in several states. Their five-day tour included visits to California, Kansas, Iowa and Wisconsin. ...
Learn MoreCFA comments on conclusion of negotiations for the Canadian Free Trade Agreement
April 7, 2017
OTTAWA, APRIL 7, 2017 — The Canadian Federation of Agriculture (CFA) welcomes today’s announcement that Canada’s federal, provincial and territorial governments have concluded negotiations on a new Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA) aimed at supporting Canadian businesses in reaching new customers across the country. While ...
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