The Canadian Federation of Agriculture (CFA) welcomed several measures in the federal budget tabled that will help to promote the growth of the agriculture industry, but have concerns around taxation barriers to young and small-scale farmers. "Overall, we are pleased to see Budget 2013 outline several important contributions essential to the growth of the sector … Read more
Farm leaders from across Canada met in Ottawa Feb. 26-28, 2013, for the Annual General Meeting of the Canadian Federation of Agriculture. Federation president Ron Bonnett said the meeting brings together expertise and insights from across the country. Bonnett added that the members bring forward concerns and solutions from within their memberships to develop common … Read more
Coined Food Freedom Day by the Canadian Federation of Agriculture, Feb. 14, 2013, is the calendar date when the average Canadian will have earned enough income to pay his or her grocery bill for the entire year. "Food Freedom Day is a chance to acknowledge the abundant, safe and secure food supply we enjoy in … Read more
The Canadian Federation of Agriculture supports and looks forward to a quick passage of Bill C-52, Fair Rail Freight Service Act, tabled in the House of Commons. Federation president Ron Bonnett said given the critical role railways play in many industries across Canada, it cannot be stressed enough how important an efficient and dependable system … Read more
The Canadian Federation of Agriculture is pleased with the World Trade Organization's (WTO) ruling announced that the United States must bring its Country of Origin Labelling (COOL) rules into compliance with international trading obligations by May 23, 2013. Federation president Ron Bonnett said the federation and its members applaud the government's leadership in pushing this … Read more
The Canadian Federation of Agriculture suggests the study, "The State of Canada's Processed Food Sector: Trade Balance," released by the Canadian Agri-Food Policy Institute demonstrates the need for a long-term plan for the Canadian food and agriculture sectors. The research brings to light the many inter-related pressures currently facing the Canadian agri-food industry, including: appreciation … Read more
The Canadian Federation of Agriculture believes the Red Tape Reduction Action Plan announced will lead to a more competitive environment for Canadian farmers. The action plan is the response to the Recommendations Report of the Red Tape Reduction Commission published in early 2012. The plan commits government to six system-wide reforms and requires departments to … Read more
The Canadian Federation of Agriculture said the agricultural policy framework details released following federal, provincial and territorial ministerial discussions are largely disappointing for Canadian farmers. The Canadian Federation of Agriculture supports the innovation focused approach to the agenda, but is disappointed the governments resorted to significant cuts to programs Canadian farmers rely on to balance … Read more
Canadian farm and industry leaders from across Canada met with federal, provincial and territorial agriculture ministers to discuss the next suite of agricultural programs and collaboration for a national food strategy. The 13th annual Tripartite Roundtable hosted by the Canadian Federation of Agriculture comes directly before the ministers meet to finalize the next five-year agricultural … Read more
The Canadian Federation of Agriculture encourages Canadians to support Canadian food and agriculture on Aug. 4, marking Food Day Canada and celebrating all those involved in bringing food to the table nationwide. Federation president Ron Bonnett said Canada has some of the safest and highest quality food in the world, and the agricultural sector is … Read more
