Our letter states the government
decision to provide the special
funding ‘shows an understanding
and appreciation of the agricultural
sector, its impact on the well-being
of Ontarians and the livelihoods of
the 650,000 Ontarians who depend
on the farm sector for their jobs.’
The province’s assistance to
agriculture is just a part of the formula
we know is essential to the
future success of Ontario agriculture.
Another element of the formula
is a recognition by our federal
government that Ontario agriculture
needs Ottawa’s active participation
to develop long-term programs
and plans that work in
Ontario. Our letter to Premier
McGuinty promises OFA’s support
and the participation of all farmers
to secure action from Ottawa.
The Ontario Federation of
Agriculture and its federal partner,
the Canadian Federation of
Agriculture, will continue to work
together to convince our federal
government that more needs to be
done to ensure Canadian agriculture
has the regionally effective
programs and policies we need.
Farmers across Canada play a
critical role in feeding the citizens
with safe, nutritious food – all part
of keeping Canada a sovereign
nation. Our federal politicians need
to be reminded that money invested
in agriculture goes a long way to
keep the citizens and the economy
strong and healthy.
Geri Kamenz, president
Ontario Federation of
Agriculture
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