Agriculture Ministers meet to discuss Canada-U.S. trade relations

Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada Lawrence MacAulay, met with provincial and territorial Agriculture Ministers to address key issues affecting Canada’s agriculture sector, particularly in relation to the Canada-United States trade relationship.

The ministers highlighted the crucial integration of international supply chains for both Canadian and American producers and businesses. They reaffirmed their commitment to collaborative actions across different levels of government to tackle potential market disruptions.

During the roundtable discussions, the ministers focused on regional concerns, planned engagement activities, and ongoing trade negotiations with key partners. They emphasized the need for international market expansion and diversification to bolster Canada’s agriculture and agri-food sector, contributing to long-term prosperity.

“As Ministers responsible for agriculture and agri-food, it’s our job to stand up for Canadian producers,” explains Minister MacAulay. “This important discussion, and our continued partnership, will help to keep our supply chains running smoothly, the sector strong, and build lasting resilience.”

The ministers also discussed enhancing internal trade options and the importance of utilizing business risk management (BRM) programs to address the current and future needs of producers.