
Tag Archives Canadian Federation of Agriculture

Not the best of times, but farm income rose in 2019
After a big drop two years ago, net income rose last year — and cannabis became a major crop

CFA seeks $2.6 billion in support for producers
Federal officials sought specific numbers from ag industry

Increased federal support for TFWs welcomed

Grain groups give low marks to AgriStability tweaks

Lift carbon tax on grain drying, say farm groups
Fuels used for drying grain have not been exempted from the federal carbon tax
Brigid Rivoire Award recognizes agricultural mental health advocates

CFA elects new chief

Transport minister wins praise for agreeing to amendments
The federal transport minister will put forward a motion to accept Senate alterations to the bill

Biosecurity on the radar for many crop growers
Clubroot sparks worry about outsiders — whether on ATVs or oilfield trucks — coming onto farms

Trans-Pacific agreement draws praise from ag groups
Farm and agri-food groups say deal will open new markets but CFA issues warning on supply management
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