Trudeau government supporting farmers at a time of volatility

Through a farmer income-insurance program called AgriStability, farmers will see about to about an extra $170-million in added annual support.

Agriculture Minister Marie-Claude Bibeau says the government has 'made major advances' for both export-oriented farm sector and farmers operating under the supply management system. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Opinion

BY Agriculture Minister Marie-Claude Bibeau

December 10, 2020

The strength of our farmers and our food supply chain is something we Canadians too often take for granted. Many of us are fortunately accustomed to having our grocery shelves stocked with food at some of the most affordable prices in the world.

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