Thirty agricultural associations from across the country have urged prime minister Mark Carney to remember agriculture as his government focuses on strengthening the economy.
Organizations such as the Canadian Federation of Agriculture, the Canadian Cattle Association, Grain Growers of Canada, the supply managed associations and others offered four priorities on behalf of the sector, saying they want agriculture and agri-food treated as a strategically important sector.
In their open letter, called Let’s Grow Canada , the associations called on the government to:
- Create a focused plan for economic growth in the sector and support food security.
- Ensure regulations support growth.
- Prioritize transportation and trade infrastructure.
- Modernize risk management tools.
Federal agriculture minister Heath MacDonald’s recent meetings with investors could be a sign the government is already acting on the first request.
