The Canadian Federation of Agriculture (CFA) is concerned by the breakdown in Canada-U.S. trade negotiations and the impact escalating trade measures could have on Canadian farmers and the highly integrated North American agriculture and food system. “For generations, Canadian and American farmers have worked as partners, supplying food, feed, fertilizer, equipment, and other essential inputs that … Read more
The Canadian Federation of Agriculture welcomed the Federal-Provincial-Territorial Ministers’ Halifax Statement, saying that its priorities align with producers’ calls to strengthen competitiveness, expand markets, advance innovation and improve sector resilience. The organization said that the next policy framework should focus on measurable results and accountability. It urges the federal and provincial governments to accelerate reforms … Read more
The Canadian Federation of Agriculture concluded its 2026 Summer Meeting in Halifax this week, bringing together farm leaders, industry representatives and federal, provincial and territorial ministers to discuss priorities for the next agricultural policy framework. Discussions focused on innovation, productivity, competitiveness and risk management, while the meeting also included the annual Federal-Provincial-Territorial Ministers Roundtable. “As … Read more
CFA was pleased to see that the recently announced National Food Security Strategy shows a renewed focus and substantial investments to create a more resilient agri-food sector that will improve farm competitiveness and food affordability. “We’re seeing some really positive developments in this strategy, but success will depend on how it is implemented. It must … Read more
The Canadian Federation of Agriculture (CFA) issued a statement welcoming the federal government’s decision to extend the $250,000 interest-free threshold under the Advance Payments Program for 2026. “This is a positive step that ensures farmers continue to have access to cost-effective operating capital at a time of ongoing uncertainty and rising input costs,” said CFA … Read more
The Canadian Federation of Agriculture (CFA) welcomed the announcement by tMinister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Heath MacDonald (Malpeque, PEI) that the Government of Canada will extend the $250,000 interest free threshold under the Advance Payments Program (APP) for the 2026 program year. “This is a positive step that ensures farmers continue to have access to … Read more
The Canadian Federation of Agriculture says members adopted 50 new resolutions at this week’s 2026 annual general meeting in Ottawa to guide advocacy efforts in the year ahead. Canadian Federation of Agriculture President Keith Currie says shifting global trade dynamics and a renewed focus on domestic resilience make this a pivotal moment for the sector. … Read more
The Canadian Federation of Agriculture marked February 8 as Food Freedom Day, the point when the average Canadian household has earned enough income to cover its annual grocery bill. The group reports Canadians spent 10.8 per cent of disposable income on food in 2025, unchanged from the previous year, but warns affordability pressures are far greater … Read more
The Canadian Federation of Agriculture (CFA) welcomes the increased dialogue and newly announced progress between Canada and China on agricultural trade, marking an important step toward stabilizing and restoring market access for Canadian farmers. The proposed elimination of tariffs across several key agricultural products, coupled with the significant reduction in tariffs on Canola seed, will … Read more
The Canadian Federation of Agriculture (CFA) views the 2025 Federal Budget as a step forward in recognizing the importance of Canada’s agriculture sector. While several CFA recommendations were reflected in the budget, either as new spending commitments or a reannouncement of previous commitments, a number of critical areas remain unaddressed to seize Canadian agriculture’s full … Read more
