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.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Minister Lawrence MacAulay. As policymakers look ahead, it is essential that the urgent calls from our agricultural sector are heard and acted upon decisively, writes Kyle Larkin.The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Opinion

BY KYLE LARKIN

May 6, 2024

Canadian agriculture contributes more than $140-billion to Canada’s GDP, and supports one in nine jobs across the country—yet the word “agriculture” was only...

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