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Veterinarians now have a set of rules governing antimicrobial drugs, which mirror expected regulations.
Livestock, News

Veterinary association sets framework for medicine oversight

The guidelines are intended to lead to consistent regulations throughout Canada

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Canadian veterinarians now have a framework for using antibiotics that will assist federal and provincial regulators concerned about antimicrobial resistance (AMR). The guidelines were developed by the Veterinary Pharmaceutical Stewardship Advisory Group of the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association, in collaboration with the Canadian Council of Veterinary Registrars (CCVR) and after discussions with government officials and
Agriculture Minister Ralph Eichler.
Local news

Agriculture Minister Eichler optimistic Trump will see value in ag trade

Trump’s nominee for ag secretary, Sonny Perdue, 
has a record of supporting trade

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Manitoba Agriculture Minister Ralph Eichler is optimistic President Donald Trump will see the value of agricultural trade, despite his protectionist rhetoric. “I think that Trump is a very educated man in his own way,” Eichler told reporters Jan. 17 at Ag Days. “Maybe he has to listen a little bit more than he talks… that
Could Trump save the Canadian dairy industry from itself?
Dairy cattle, Opinion

Could Trump save the Canadian dairy industry from itself?

Trump may be the catalyst necessary for a much-needed revamp of the Canadian dairy industry

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The great Canadian dairy crisis is about to experience a new and interesting twist. As Donald trump assumes the role of the 45th president of the United States, some wonder whether he could bring about the end of Canada’s infatuation with dairy marketing boards. Both during his campaign and after the election, Trump took aim
(Dave Bedard photo)
Crops

Tim Hortons to enter Mexican market

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Reuters — Restaurant Brands International said it would launch its coffee and doughnut chain, Tim Hortons, in Mexico as a part of its expansion plans. The company said it would form a master franchise joint venture with a group of investors, whom they did not name, to launch the brand. The joint venture company will
The Manitoba government will work with the Keystone Agricultural Producers to introduce a more efficient system for collecting its annual membership fees, Agriculture Minister Ralph Eichler announced at Ag Days Jan. 17. The National Farmers Union wants in on stable funding too.
Local news

Province to discuss new stable funding formula for KAP

KAP welcomes the initiative and the National Farmers Union says it wants in too

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The Manitoba government has promised less red tape — including how the Keystone Agricultural Producers (KAP) collects membership fees. “The current funding structure creates needless and excessive administration costs for farmers and KAP and purchasers of agricultural products,” Agriculture Minister Ralph Eichler said while speaking at Ag Days Jan. 17. “A review of the system
Quebec Agriculture Minister Pierre Paradis. (MAPAQ.gouv.qc.ca)
Livestock

Quebec agriculture minister temporarily sidelined

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Quebec’s agriculture minister Pierre Paradis is off work temporarily with what’s reported to be a concussion. Premier Philippe Couillard announced Wednesday that Paradis’ responsibilities as minister of agriculture, food and fisheries would temporarily go to Transport Minister Laurent Lessard. News outlets in Quebec including Radio Canada, La Presse and TVA reported Wednesday that Paradis had
(EC.europa.eu)
Livestock

Key European body backs EU-Canada trade deal

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Brussels | Reuters — A planned EU-Canada free-trade deal moved closer to reality on Tuesday after a key committee advised the European Parliament to give its backing after months of protests and heated debate. The EU-Canada Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) is seen as a test of Europe’s ability to forge future trade accords
(CBSA-asfc.gc.ca)
Markets

Canada to Mexico on NAFTA: You might be on your own

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Calgary | Reuters — Canada will focus on preserving its U.S. trade ties during talks to renegotiate NAFTA and may not be able to help Mexico avoid being targeted by the Trump administration, Canadian government sources say. “We love our Mexican friends. But our national interests come first and the friendship comes second,” a source
(Dave Bedard photo)
Crops, Markets

Struggling U.S. farm sector faces new threat as TPP dies

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Chicago | Reuters — U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to back out of the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) trade deal, a US$62 billion market for U.S. farmers, provides a fresh threat to a slumping agricultural economy that has grown increasingly dependent on exports. Agricultural groups expressed disappointment over the move and urged the new administration to
(PortMetroVancouver.com)
Markets

Canada says TPP trade deal dead without U.S.

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Calgary | Reuters — The Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) trade deal cannot proceed without the United States, Canada said on Tuesday, even as Australia and New Zealand pledged to salvage it. U.S. President Donald Trump withdrew from the 12-nation TPP on Monday, following through on an election promise days after his inauguration. “This agreement was so

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