AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoNational Food Security Strategy: Peter Fragiskatos highlighted Canada’s new National Food Security Strategy, backed by $3B over 10 years, aiming to boost productivity and innovation, support independent grocers, and increase competition to help lower grocery prices. Flood Recovery in the Prairies: Western Manitoba and eastern Saskatchewan communities are cleaning up after severe storms and river flooding, with officials reporting flooded basements, damaged roads and farms, and emergency declarations as more rain threatens water levels. Crop Damage from Hail: Southern Alberta farmers are assessing hail, wind and heavy rain impacts after a wet spring, with crop insurance timelines and damage reporting still underway. Ag Policy Push for Innovation: CAPI is urging agricultural innovation to be a priority in the next five-year Ag Policy Framework ahead of upcoming federal-provincial-territorial agriculture talks in Halifax. STEM Leadership in Saskatchewan: USask named 2026 Schulich Leaders Matthew Craddock and Clarenz Portades, recognizing leadership and STEM plans tied to community impact. Community Agriculture Events: Bowden Daze Pro Rodeo runs July 10–12, blending rodeo competition with family activities and local ag community spirit.
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