CCA releases commentary on the 2022 Budget

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In a press release sent out by CCA late last week, they comment on budgetary highlights such as supply chain resiliency investments, climate smart agriculture, labour, and rural infrastructure

  Canadian Cattlemen’s Association (CCA)

Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister, the Hon. Chrystia Freeland, released the 2022 Federal Budget. Agriculture themes included supply chain resiliency, climate smart agriculture, labour, and key investments in rural infrastructure. As expected, a commitment to continue investing in the Canadian Agriculture Partnership, which is to be renewed in 2023, is included.

Budget 2022 recognizes Canada’s unique ability to be a global agriculture leader and when paired with smart investment will help make Canada a leader in green agriculture, while creating significant jobs within Canada. CCA is pleased to see the increased investment in resilient supply chains, as they are critical to our ability to maintain functioning essential businesses and access to world trade. Further, the Budget emphasizes that investments which enable the flow of goods and services will make Canada more resilient in the face of future interruptions. AgriRecovery funding is also included for farmers and ranchers following the flood in British Columbia (BC), which significantly impacted these essential businesses and supply chains.

“One of the largest factors limiting our ability to grow Canada’s beef industry and our contributions to Canada’s economy is access to labour
 
 
 

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