Saskatchewan has 40.3 million acres of field crops and hayland. Quebec has 4.4 million acres, yet 59 Agriculture Canada scientists work at the four research centres in Quebec while Saskatchewan has 52.
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Quebec has more federal agricultural researchers than Saskatchewan
Canadian Agri-Food Trade Alliance to push for free trade despite U.S. tariffs
The Canadian Agri-Food Trade Alliance says it will continue its advocacy for free and open trade in the agriculture and agri-food industries, despite the imposition of U.S. tariffs.
Canada’s retaliatory tariffs should fund tax cuts says Poilievre
Leader of the opposition touts a “Canada First” approach to U.S. tariffs with measures already championed by Tories
Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre said Tuesday that Canada must retaliate against U.S. tariffs and should use retaliatory tariffs to fund tax cuts.
Canadian Federation of Agriculture preparation focused on tariff exemptions, producer needs
Tariff cloud silver lining: National unity and potential new opportunities
The implementation of U.S. tariffs on Canadian agricultural products necessitates strategic responses. Explore the Canadian Federation of Agriculture’s mitigation plan, including tariff considerations, market access strategies, and government support recommendations.
Keystone Agricultural Producers looks for support for Manitoba producers in wake of tariffs
Provincial, federal governments need to support agriculture industry, KAP says
Keystone Agricultural Producers oppose U.S. tariffs, warning of economic damage and rising food costs. KAP calls for government action to mitigate impact on agri-exports like canola, pork, and oats.
Canola sector sees tariff pain ahead
Industry groups pledge robust advocacy efforts on both sides of the border
Canada’s two main canola sector groups say U.S. tariffs will be felt throughout the value chain, on both sides of the border.
Trudeau pledges economic support in face of U.S. tariffs
Canada working to find new trading partners, expand provincial trade says PM
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says the federal government is working on supports for Canadians impacted by U.S. tariffs and seeking new markets for exports.
Grain Growers of Canada react to U.S. tariffs
GGC says tariffs put family-run farms at risk
Canadian grain farmers warn of economic hardship from new US tariffs. The 25 per cent U.S. tariff threatens farm viability, increases American food costs and disrupts a $17B trade relationship.
Canadian Federation of Agriculture calls for federal action as tariffs take hold
The Canadian Federation of Agriculture is calling for swift action from the federal government as U.S. tariffs take effect
China hits US agriculture, says it won’t be bullied by fresh Trump tariffs
BEIJING (Reuters) – China retaliated swiftly on Tuesday against fresh U.S. tariffs with hikes to import levies covering USD$21 billion worth of American agricultural and food products, moving the world’s top two economies a step closer towards an all-out trade war. Beijing also slapped export and investment curbs on 25 U.S. firms, on grounds of […] Read more
