"Our Government understands that a strong agriculture sector goes hand-in-hand with a strong economy," said Parliamentary Secretary Lemieux. "That's why this Government continues to focus on helping agriculture producers and processors to be successful. Canada's agriculture sector is currently doing very well and we want to make sure that it is well positioned for both future challenges and for future opportunities."
Parliamentary Secretary Lemieux used the opportunity to highlight the Harper Government's commitment to both positioning the Canadian agriculture sector for future success, through strategic investments in science and innovation and opening export markets, as well as providing producers with a dynamic suite of Business Risk Management programs that are timely, bankable, and predictable.
"Sitting down regularly with farmers and processors is important, as it keeps our Government informed about agriculture issues on the Island and helps us better target our efforts and investments on the key priorities of the agriculture sector," said Minister Shea. "Our Government will continue to work closely with our farmers, producers, and processors to develop policies that will ensure that our agriculture sector is poised for future success and ready for any difficulties that may arise."
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Ottawa, Ontario
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Meagan Murdoch
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613-773-1059
