Press Release Department: Non-Governmental - Canadian Federation of Agriculture

The Pollinator Partnership (P2), Canadian Federation of Agriculture (CFA) and Canadian Forage and Grassland Association (CFGA) announced the call for nominations for the 2014 Canadian Farmer-Rancher Pollinator Conservation Award. Individuals or families in Canada currently implementing pollinator protection measures on their farm or ranch are encouraged to apply. The award recognizes farmers and ranchers who have … Read more

The Canadian Federation of Agriculture (CFA) welcomes the release of the NDP’s vision for a Pan-Canadian Food Strategy. “It is our strong belief and what the CFA has been advocating for some time – that industry, government and consumers must develop a set of common objectives for the food system in Canada. We are encouraged to … Read more

The Canadian Federation of Agriculture (CFA) is pleased to see the concept of stewardship initiatives reflected in the proposed National Conservation Plan (NCP) announced by Prime Minister Stephen Harper (Calgary Southwest, Alta.). “We’re glad to see this plan reflect key asks the CFA has been promoting in consultations with the Minister of Environment, ministry staff, … Read more

The Canadian Federation of Agriculture (CFA) has become the 17th organization to show its support for amendments to the Canada’s Plant breeders’ Rights legislation by joining Partners in Innovation. “Accessibility to research is incredibly important to keep our farmers on the forefront – moving forward in the marketplace and maintaining productive harvests. Adoption of Bill C-18 and its … Read more

The Canadian Federation of Agriculture announced the online launch of Farm to Table magazine. Anyone interested in food – including how food travels from farms to their plates and how consumer choices influence the choices we find on grocery store shelves – will want to read Farm to Table, now available online at FarmToTable.theRAC.ca. Presented jointly by the … Read more

The Canadian Federation of Agriculture (CFA) supports moves the Government of Canada has taken to alleviate the crop backlog in the Prairies – first with the Order in Council issued on March 7 and now with Bill C-30 tabled in Parliament. “The CFA is pleased the government has taken the plight of Western Canadian grain … Read more

The Canadian Federation of Agriculture (CFA) is pleased to learn Canada and South Korea have signed a Free Trade Agreement – an important market and area of growth for Canadian agriculture. “This is good news for a number Canadian agricultural products including beef, pork, grains, potatoes and maple syrup, many of which have been advocating … Read more

The Canadian Federation of Agriculture (CFA) is pleased with the federal government’s announcement to introduce an Order in Council compelling CN and CP railways to move the substantial backlog of grain that has crippled Western Canadian crop producers this winter. The full release is available online. Call 613-236-3633 x 2323.

The Annual Meeting of the Canadian Federation of Agriculture (CFA) brought together over 150 farm and food leaders from across Canada to discuss policy and advocacy priorities for the organization. Under the theme, “Keeping It Competitive – Today’s Family Farm”, farm and food leaders put forward practical solutions and recommendations on a range of issues, including: crop … Read more

Despite modest reference to agriculture in the federal budget, the Canadian Federation of Agriculture (CFA) is pleased with the inclusion of the ‘Made in Canada’ initiative and efforts to eliminate trade barriers and tax compliance burdens. “The CFA recognizes the work done by government to increase the competitiveness of Canadian farmers, and we see continued commitment … Read more