Glacier FarmMedia – Canadians may hope the new Canadian Grocery Code of Conduct will result in a fairer, more transparent food system, but producers at the base of the value chain still have some concerns. For one thing, it’s a voluntary agreement. Only retailers and suppliers that sign on must adhere to the rules, said […] Read more
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Farm groups sound off on budget concerns
Ten national organizations say change to the capital gains inclusion rate and other proposed moves will impact farmers
Glacier FarmMedia – REGINA — Canadian national farm organizations have united against proposed budget measures that they say will negatively affect farmers. Planned changes to the capital gains inclusion rate also drew specific concern and attention from the House of Commons’ agriculture committee. Related stories: In a May 27 letter to finance minister Chrystia Freeland, […] Read more
Proposed plastics ban causes concern
Fruit and vegetable growers fear that federal targets for sustainable packaging will increase costs, waste and emissions
REGINA — Canada’s fruit and vegetable industry is concerned it can’t meet new federal proposals for more sustainable packaging. The president of the Canadian Produce Marketing Association said the 850 companies it represents, which grow, pack, ship and sell fresh produce, have already reduced their use of plastic by 17 percent to address the zero […] Read more
