Voluntary grocery code of conduct short on fair dealing enforcement provisions, says NDP agriculture critic
Liberal MP Francis Drouin says the goverment has made clear that ‘we’re not afraid to legislate—and we will—if the grocery code of conduct fails to meet expectations.’
MPs unite against greedflation and monopoly power in Canada’s food systems—but there’s more to do
The House Agriculture Committee report unanimously recommends action on profiteering, concentration, and food insecurity, but risks undermining Canada’s Healthy Eating Strategy.
Tax fairness for the next generation will protect the future of our farms
The 2024 budget was based around the idea of “fairness for all generations,” yet this legislation has the potential to cause serious negative consequences for both retiring farmers and the next generation of Canadian farm families.
Rural Canada is the path to lasting prosperity for our nation
All MPs—both rural and urban—have a responsibility to ensure the competitive advantage of Canada’s rural communities is front and centre.
A national sustainable agriculture plan needs to include universities
Greater funding and collaboration will help ensure that we meet our sustainability goals, and cement our position as a global leader in the green transition.
How technology can mitigate Canada’s food inflation crisis
The escalation of grocery prices and widespread supply chain challenges are both symptomatic of a food sector in desperate need of wholesale modernization.
Prison-reform advocate calls on feds to permanently kill the Joyceville slaughterhouse
The Joyceville Institution abattoir closed in 2022, and despite thousands of dollars in maintenance, getting the facility back up and running may no longer be economically feasible.
Shortcomings and strategic misses in supporting Canadian agriculture
A glaring omission in the recent budget is its lack of direct support and incentives for innovative agricultural practices.
Canada’s system of supply management: an innovative, modern solution
A recent survey by Abacus Data confirmed 97 per cent of Canadians feel it’s important that Canada has strong domestic food supply chains. For eggs, this simply would not be possible without supply management.
Economic value of agriculture industry often overlooked by feds, argue sector advocates
Farmers looking ahead to this year’s growing season have concerns including a light winter resulting in reduced moisture levels, and the burden of Canada’s carbon price on farm operations, according to the president of the Canadian Federation of Agriculture.
