Western Canadian Wheat and Barley Farmers "Gearing Up for Marketing Freedom"
(firmenpresse) - MOOSE JAW, SASKATCHEWAN -- (Marketwire) -- 01/05/12 -- Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz addressed an enthusiastic audience today at the Western Canadian Wheat Growers 42nd Annual Convention.
"We promised to give Western wheat and barley farmers marketing freedom and we have delivered," said Minister Ritz. "The Marketing Freedom for Grain Farmers Act positions the entire grain sector for the future - one that is better able to attract investment and encourage farm industry entrepreneurs to seize new markets, increase sales and drive our economy."
The Government of Canada's top priority is the economy, in which the agriculture industry plays an important role in creating jobs and keeping the economy strong. Grain farmers and buyers attended the Convention aptly named "Gearing up for Marketing Freedom" where industry associations and stakeholder representatives from across the entire grain value-chain discussed the challenges and opportunities ahead.
"Western wheat and barley farmers now have the freedom to forward contract for the delivery of wheat and barley to the Canadian Wheat Board or the buyer of their choice for delivery after August 1, 2012," said Minister Ritz. "We remain focused on supporting the grain industry through innovation, improved market access and a more efficient rail system as part of a comprehensive plan to strengthen the economy for all Canadians."
Canada is the world's fifth largest exporter of agriculture and food products with annual exports worth over $35 billion. Trade in agriculture and food products contributes more than $11 billion to Canada's trade surplus.
The Western Canadian Wheat Growers is a voluntary farm organization dedicated to improving the profitability and sustainability of farming and the agricultural industry as a whole. Its membership consists of farmers who believe open and competitive markets, innovation, and investment are key to creating a stronger and more prosperous agricultural sector.
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Media Relations
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Ottawa, Ontario
613-773-7972
1-866-345-7972
Meagan Murdoch
Director of Communications
The Office of the Honourable Gerry Ritz
613-773-1059
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Datum: 05.01.2012 - 16:08 Uhr
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