Bill gives upper hand to certain farmers, grain group says

Bill gives upper hand to certain farmers, grain group says

Grain farmers will end up holding the short end of the stick in future trade agreements if a federal bill that aims to protect the country's dairy and poultry industries is approved by the Senate, a national growers association warns.…

Empowering farmers key to lower poverty rate in Agusan del Sur, says governor

Agusan del Sur Gov. Santiago Cane Jr. delivers his State of the Province Address at the Datu Lipus Makapandong DO Plaza Sports Complex in Prosperidad town. Photo courtesy of Real Joy Sombrio/Provincial Public Information Office PROSPERIDAD, Agusan del Sur (MindaNews / 20 June) – Government-led initiatives in agriculture, community development and infrastructure have empowered farmers and strengthened the local economy, leading to a decrease in p…

Parliament Leaves Grain Farmers Behind By Passing Bill C-202

Grain Growers of Canada (GGC) is disappointed in Parliament’s decision to pass Bill C-202 without the thorough review and scrutiny required by parliamentarians, without consideration of its impact on international trade, and without regard for Canada’s export-oriented grain sector. The legislation, which amends the Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development Act to prohibit the inclusion of supply-managed goods in future trade negotiati…