According to US Bank CoBank the effects from the pandemic and Ukraine war continue to reverberate through the global economy, but the bank also suggests that transportation costs are starting to come down – providing a glimmer of hope.

The deadline to provide feedback on the Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada discussion document: Reducing emissions arising from the application of fertilizer in Canada’s agriculture sector has been extended until August 31, 2022.  The Canada ag retail industry will be significantly impacted by emission changes, so CAAR urgently needs your feedback.

Food sufficiency and food affordability may be old global issues, what is Canada’s role in providing a solution?

By now, CAAR members should have received their membership renewal information for the 2022-23 year. Don't delay - membership renewals are due Mid-July.  With several advocacy issues ongoing to protect the industry, every member makes a difference and strengthens the voice of CAAR.

The Government or Canada recently released its rules for the upcoming 3800 MHz Spectrum auction, and has chosen to implement spectrum caps and strong deployment conditions.  This spectrum will be key to delivering both 5G and rural wireless broadband, so it is important to the agriculture community.  

On Monday, June 13th several agriculture organizations appeared before the House of Commons Standing Committee on Agriculture and Agri-Food.  The Committee is chaired by Kody Blois, Member of Parliament for Kings—Hants, Nova Scotia.  The committee is currently studying the issue of food security. 

CAAR participated in the Canadian Roundtable for Sustainable Crops hosted by Canada Grains Council earlier this month.  

This is the last reminder to CAAR members to have your say by sending a letter to Health Canada’s consultation on the Pest Control Products Act. The process has been made easy, it only takes a few clicks, but you must act by June 30.

CAAR Membership Renewals are being sent this week, please watch your inbox for invoices.  Membership with CAAR enables you to focus your attention on your business; while trusting CAAR to share the regulatory, compliance and advocacy information you need to know when you need to know it. How do CAAR services help your retail business?