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Auditor general slams federal inaction on antimicrobial drugs for livestock
Little progress has been made after more than a decade of discussions

Farm and food goodies in federal budget well received
Farmers will get an increased capital gains exemption when they sell the farm

Mixed reaction to sale details: some like it not, some like it sold
Opponents say the lack of farmer control and foreign ownership is offensive while others are glad the deal is done

Newly created buyer G3 to take majority ownership of government-owned CWB
Farmers can earn equity in CWB by delivering grain but it won’t be farmer controlled

Ottawa drops minimum rail shipping order
Permanent improvements to grain transportation must come from the Canada Transportation Act review

Forage Seed Canada seeks allies to keep Roundup Ready alfalfa out
Forage seed growers fear they and hay exporters will lose valuable markets because of GM contamination

‘Be the Difference’ is 2015 Ag Safety Week theme
Farm safety champion testimonials aim to inspire peers to adopt a safer work culture on Canadian farms

Strong support as Agricultural Growth Act becomes law
The main dissenter is the National Farmers Union. KAP wants farmers to be consulted on the regulations

Meat industry needs outside help urgently
The shortage of labour is becoming critical for processors

U.S. appeals latest WTO ruling on COOL
Retaliatory tariffs are now delayed