AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoSeasonal farm workers: The IUF is urging Canada to give migrant farm workers in the Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program a formal seat at the table as SAWP and the wider ag sector are reshaped. Canada–India trade push: Canada and India reaffirmed CEPA ambitions, aiming to wrap negotiations by year-end, and launched a Trade and Investment Forum to boost ties in clean energy, critical minerals and agri-food. Organic research under pressure: Critics say AAFC Swift Current organic plots were cultivated and prepped for reseeding despite calls to halt and reverse planned closures, raising concerns about long-term federal organic and regenerative research. Fertilizer cost squeeze: A look at how the Iran-linked fertilizer supply chain shock is keeping fertilizer prices elevated, with knock-on effects for global food security and input costs. Biofuel policy watch (US): US biofuels and farm groups pressed for fast, clear rules for the 45Z clean fuel credit to support farmers and biofuel producers. Canada–China reset: China’s foreign minister Wang Yi is in Ottawa as Canada’s China reset continues, including tariff changes affecting agriculture and EVs.
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