The Canadian Federation of Agriculture says it is “pleased” the recent federal budget included some of its recommendations. Federal Finance Minister Chyristia Freeland’s first budget included significant spending to help producers transition to a greener economy, naming agriculture as a foundational pillar of Canada’s future. “CFA will be working closely with the federal government to […] Read more
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Implementation officer position proposed for trade
CAFTA says it would help monitor implementation of trade agreements, but Canada’s chief negotiator isn’t so sure
A national coalition focused on agricultural trade is calling for the creation of a trade implementation position within Global Affairs Canada. However, the country’s chief negotiator is spilling cold water on the idea. In its list of priorities for 2021, the Canadian Agri-Food Trade Alliance said the creation of such a position is needed in […] Read more
Trade compensation details unveiled for feather sectors
The federal government says $630 million of the funding will be for on-farm investment with the remainder for market development
Canada’s chicken, egg and turkey farmers are expected to soon receive long-awaited programs that will compensate them for market losses stemming from the Trans-Pacific Partnership trade deal. Producers had already been told they would be getting $691 million over 10 years, but on April 13, Agriculture Minister Marie-Claude Bibeau revealed details of the funding, which […] Read more
Health officials should follow advice of migrant advocates
Reports of vaccinations for seasonal farm employees and workers at processing plants is encouraging, but more attention must be paid to the needs of international farm workers. Despite the federal government failing to adopt more assertive measures dictating when these essential workers will receive their shots, many provinces are starting to report COVID-19 vaccinations are […] Read more
Federal Conservatives unveil carbon plan
The Conservative Party of Canada’s climate change plan now includes putting a price on carbon. Party leader Erin O’Toole made the announcement April 15 after a long campaign of vehemently opposing such policy. Backed by credible and professional modelling, the proposed plan forecasts reducing emissions at the same rate as Canada’s current policy. O’Toole is […] Read more
What agriculture wants to see in Monday’s budget
The federal budget is set to be released Monday. The Canadian Federation of Agriculture released its wish list for the budget in August, offering three broad recommendations, each highlighted by specific measures that can be taken. To kick-start the economic recovery, the CFA recommends the government restore the AgriStability payment trigger to 85 percent and […] Read more
Trade compensation details unveiled for feather sectors
Canada’s chicken, egg and turkey farmers are expected to soon receive long-awaited programs that will compensate them for market losses stemming from the Trans-Pacific Partnership trade deal. Producers had already been told they would be getting $691 million over 10 years, but on April 13, Agriculture Minister Marie-Claude Bibeau revealed details of the funding, which […] Read more
Feds consult on future of U.K. trade, CPTPP
The federal government wants to know what Canadians think of the United Kingdom joining its Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership. At the same time, it is also seeking opinions on entering a possible bilateral deal with the former European Union country. Canada’s trade with the U.K. is governed by the Canada-U.K. Trade Continuity […] Read more
CAFTA proposes trade implementation officer
A national coalition focused on agricultural trade is calling for the creation of a trade implementation position within Global Affairs Canada. However, the country’s chief negotiator is spilling cold water on the idea. In its list of priorities for 2021, the Canadian Agri-Food Trade Alliance said the creation of such a position is needed in […] Read more
Agri-food exporters urge progress on CETA
Canada’s international trade minister said the country’s free trade deal with the European Union is working as intended. Mary Ng, Canada’s Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, made the comments in a joint-statement with the European Commission. European officials met virtually with Ng on March 25 to discuss progress of the implementing […] Read more
