The Grain Growers of Canada (GGC) announced Fiona Cook will serve as their executive director, effective May 9, 2016. “Fiona brings a passion for agriculture, and 25 years of association experience to Grain Growers,” stated GGC president Gary Stanford. Cook holds two degrees in Economics from McGill University, and has previously held senior positions at the Chemistry … Read more
Grain Growers of Canada welcome the federal government’s announcement that the Fair Rail for Grain Farmers Act (Bill C-30) will be extended for an additional year, while the Minister of Transport fully considers the Canada Transportation Act Review. Call 403-795-8449.
Grain Growers of Canada president Gary Stanford, and executive director Bryan Rogers, issued a statement on the results of Canada’s 42nd General Election: “Grain Growers of Canada wish to extend our congratulations to the Liberal Party and Prime Minister-designate Justin Trudeau on their decisive victory,” they said. “We look forward to working with the new government … Read more
Grain Growers of Canada is pleased that negotiations on the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) have been successfully concluded. “We are excited that the Trans-Pacific Partnership has been completed,” said Gary Stanford, President of Grain Growers of Canada. “This agreement promises to provide substantial gains for Canada’s grain sector and the agricultural industry as a whole.” The … Read more
The Grain Growers of Canada were pleased with the regulatory package for Bill C-30, Fair Rail for Grain Farmers Act, that was announced earlier by Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz (Battlefords-Lloydminster, Sask.). The changes announced will help to ensure that Canada’s rail transportation network moves grain to markets as quickly and efficiently as possible, while providing … Read more
The Grain Growers of Canada were pleased to see the federal government table the final text of the Canada-Korea Free Trade Agreement in the House of Commons. It marks an important milestone towards the final implementation of the agreement. “South Korea is a valuable market for Canadian farmers, and we have supported this trade deal from the … Read more
The Grain Growers of Canada thanked Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz (Battlefords-Lloydminster, Sask.), and MPs and Senators from all sides, for the passage of Bill C-30, the Fair Rail for Grain Farmers Act. Bill C-30 passed third reading in the Senate and was given Royal Assent. The legislation is another important step in clearing the grain backlog and addressing … Read more
The Grain Growers of Canada issued a statement on the passing of Jim Flaherty. “The Grain Growers had a very positive working relationship with Mr. Flaherty throughout his tenure as Finance Minister, and note his commitment to market access and innovation in a time of fiscal restraint, as well as his initiatives for research and … Read more
The Grain Growers of Canada congratulated Prime Minister Stephen Harper (Calgary Southwest, Alta.) for concluding negotiations on the Canada-Korea Free Trade Agreement (CKFTA). “South Korea is a valuable market for Canadian farmers,” said Gary Stanford, Grain Growers of Canada president, from Singapore. “Grain Growers has supported the trade negotiations from the beginning, as we see significant … Read more
The Grain Growers of Canada welcomed the announcement from Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz (Battlefords-Lloydminster, Sask.) and Transport Minister Lisa Raitt (Halton, Ont.) who are taking action to address the immediate grain backlog, helping deal with rail system logistics issues. “We want to thank Ministers Ritz and Raitt for listening and taking action,” said Gary Stanford, Grain Growers of … Read more
