It's World Children's Day 👣 🌎
Here's to the curious kids exploring fields, feeding animals, and planting their roots in Canadian agriculture. They're not just helping out, they're the next generation that keeps our world growing!
Fun on the farm should always be safe. Remember to make space to listen to their voices, ideas, and questions💡
@CornerstoneSeed@SeCanLauren
“Agriculture isn’t just an industry - it’s the foundation of Canada’s future.”
CFA's Keith Currie’s @curb1961 op-ed in National Newswatch makes the case for recognizing agri-food sector as vital to national growth. #cdnag@FoodIntegrityCA
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Though there is much ado about the federal budget this week, preparations for CUSMA negotiations continue. @TheComino presented on behalf of the seed sector to the Standing Committee on Int'l Trade on the eve of the budget to advocate for free trade. #CdnAg#InternationalTrade
This week it paid to hold timely meetings with federal representatives. Thursday AM, @brentcollins5 and Seeds Canada team met with @CornwallHeath, and in the PM the ag minister referenced that meeting in answering questions at the ag committee. #CdnAg https://t.co/L8rHRzt5sU
“Breeders’ rights vs. Farmers’ rights” — it shouldn’t be a fight. ⚖️
Both protect innovation & livelihoods — from plant breeders investing in R&D to farmers conserving crop diversity. 🌱
#SeedSector#PlantBreeding#FarmersRights
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As a national voice of the seed sector, Seeds Canada represents members from across the value chain that drive this $3.2 billion industry. I enjoyed meeting with representatives from @Seeds_Canada and co-hosting their evening reception. It’s always great connecting with leaders in this sector to gain insights on their ongoing challenges! @CropLifeCanada@FertilizerCA@SenateCA@CornwallHeath
Day 2 of discussing key priorities with federal decision makers concluded with a reception hosted alongside partners from @CropLifeCanada & @FertilizerC & kindly sponsored by @SenatorRobBlack. Thanks to Agriculture Minister @CornwallHeath for sharing your time & thoughts with us.
Time is running out to safeguard Canada's future access to genetic innovation: "Without a framework that rewards breeders and protects innovation, investment will simply move elsewhere. "https://t.co/pNeNZrIpcj
On #WorldFoodDay let us recognize that food begins with seed. Thank you to the farmers who grow the crops that feed us, and the plant breeders who bring us high-performing crop varieties that provide in abundance. #CdnAg
Our prez @brentcollins5 presented to the House of Commons Standing Committee on Agriculture and Agri-Food yesterday, underscoring the need for regulatory reform to increase access to innovation in the Canadian seed sector and to benefit farmers. #CdnAg#AgInnovation
Ever wonder how new seed genetics are developed?
Variety Use Agreements (VUA) play a key role. By declaring seeded acres and paying a small fee, farmers directly support continued breeding efforts. That investment helps ensure stronger, better varieties for the future.
Professionally produced seed is designed to help farmers achieve success through the use of the right seed, at the right place, at the right time. Use ASTA's guide to find environment & conservation seed, cover crop seed, & pollinator mixes in your area. #JustGrowIt https://t.co/lnPVQ9oQii
If we want farmers to have access to the best innovation the global seed industry has to offer, at the lowest possible price, we need to reduce regulatory burden.
More regulatory burden = higher seed costs and less investment in Canadian Ag
Calling Canadian AI innovators - make a difference in soil health to yield mapping!
Apply now to the AI Challenge for Agriculture at ALL IN 2025, the largest AI Conference in Canada this September.
Brought to you by Government of Canada, @gatesfoundation and @proteinindcan .
📅 Deadline: September 5, 2025
Apply here: https://t.co/m9kXltYZGY
@EvanLSolomon