AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoAlberta Immigration Referendum Backlash: An opinion piece argues Alberta’s proposed fall referendums blame immigrants for Ottawa’s policy failures, saying health-care and labour-market strain come from government choices, not newcomers. Severe Weather Impacts Manitoba: Tornado damage near Rossburn left a couple “lucky to be alive,” while Brandon saw rapid flooding from heavy rain and Environment Canada warnings. Saskatchewan Livestock Sustainability Win: Langbank cattle producers Ralph and Linda Corcoran captured the 2026 TESA environmental stewardship award for holistic management that tripled production. Grain Industry Deal Update: GrainCorp completed the GrainsConnect Canada sale, transferring key Western Canadian grain assets to P&H. BC Agriculture Trade Push: Premier David Eby met investors in Beijing, highlighting opportunities in agrifood and clean energy. Pesticide Policy Concern: A report says Bill C-30 expands cabinet power to authorize pesticide use for “economic” or “food security,” raising alarms for farmers and rural health. Carbon Capture in Manitoba: Deep Sky’s proposed direct air capture project seeks provincial support, pitching 30,000 tonnes of annual CO2 removal for a $200M plan. Outdoor Worker Safety: WorkSafe Saskatchewan expanded sun-safety training for outdoor workers as heat risk rises. Biodiversity Research: A new study suggests Earth may have 14–20 million insect species, far above the long-used 6 million estimate.
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