Question Period Notes
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Q1 – Why are regulations necessary when there is an Industry Food and Beverage Advertising Code?
Q1 – Why is this government not supporting the research needs of the farmers? (or Why is AAFC no longer allowing industry to drive the research priorities for AgriScience Clusters?) Q2 – Why did you change the parameters of a program that was working for farmers? Q3 - Why has AAFC decreased funding support for the AgriScience Clusters? Q4 – Why is AAFC requiring Clusters to make mandatory investments in Climate Change, GHG emissions reduction, and carbon sequestration? Q5 – What industry engagement was conducted to communicate the changes in the program parameters from previous frameworks?
Q1 - What is the Government of Canada doing to protect soil health?
Q1 – Is the Government of Canada planning to implement a regime similar to the USA for Canadian fresh produce sellers?
Q1 – Will the increased interest-free limit be extended into 2024? Q2 – How many producers have benefited from the increased interest-free limit?
Q1 - N/A
Q1 – What is Canada doing to improve bottlenecks along Canada’s trade corridors which negatively impact the supply chain? Q2 – What is the Government doing to support farmers affected by supply chain issues?
Q1 – When do you anticipate the Strategy will officially be launched? Q2 – Will you continue to engage with provinces and territories and industry following the launch of the Strategy?
Q1 – Is the U.S. meeting its international trade obligations with these regulations? Q2 – Will Canada adopt animal welfare standards reflected in these regulations?
Q1 – How is this any different than the information already available and does it add value to Canadians?