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May 30, 2017
Media Statement regarding “A Food Policy for Canada” consultations
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... Read More
May 17, 2017
The Transportation Modernization Act addresses farmers’ concerns on grain transportation
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,... Read More
May 11, 2017
AgGrowth Coalition still seeking comprehensive BRM review
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... Read More
CFA: 2016 Census of Agriculture shows that agriculture is poised for success
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... Read More
May 9, 2017
Senate committee report charts a path toward increasing market access for Canadian producers
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... Read More
May 1, 2017
CFA promotes benefits of NAFTA during talks with U.S. farm leaders
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... Read More
April 7, 2017
CFA comments on conclusion of negotiations for the Canadian Free Trade Agreement
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... Read More
March 22, 2017
Budget 2017 identifies agriculture as a strategic sector for economic growth
OTTAWA, March 22, 2017 -- The 2017 federal budget announced today in Parliament clearly signals the government's recognition that Canada's agriculture and agri-food sector is primed to drive a new era of economic growth that will benefit all... Read More