Supply Management

Supply management a ‘sacred cow,’ but politicians want more competition – National

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Supply management a ‘sacred cow,’ but politicians want more competition – National

There aren’t many issues that garner support across party lines in Ottawa these days. But when it comes to the supply management system for egg, poultry and dairy products — the mechanism that sets prices for producers — all of Canada’s federal parties seem to see eye-to-eye. Political support for the controversial agricultural framework has … Read more

‘Product of USA’ meat labels could disrupt supply chains, Ottawa argues – National

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‘Product of USA’ meat labels could disrupt supply chains, Ottawa argues – National

Canada’s federal government as well as organizations representing some the nation’s beef producers warn a decision south of the border about “Product of USA” labels on meat, poultry and eggs could disrupt supply chains. The United States Department of Agriculture announced Monday a final rule on conditions for when voluntary “Product of USA” or “Made … Read more