Grain Growers Seek Relief from Tax and Trade Issues
Grain Growers of Canada (GGC) has welcomed Prime Minister Mark Carney and the newly elected Members of Canada’s 45th Parliament, while urging immediate action to tackle the pressing issues facing grain producers across the country.
“The stakes of this election could not have been higher for grain farmers,” said Kyle Larkin, Executive Director of GGC. “From rising input costs and global market uncertainty to transportation bottlenecks and regulatory pressures, producers are facing a growing list of challenges that require immediate federal attention.”
To support Canadian farmers, GGC is asking the government to reverse the recent capital gains tax increase, permanently remove the carbon tax from on-farm activities, and resolve ongoing trade disputes, especially with the United States and China.
“The capital gains tax increase and the carbon tax are not abstract issues for farmers,” said Tara Sawyer, Chair of GGC and a grain farmer from Acme, Alberta. “They directly impact whether we can invest in new equipment, transfer the farm on to the next generation, and continue contributing to the economy. We need immediate action to support the continued viability of family-run grain farms.”
GGC also emphasized the importance of investing in infrastructure that helps trade, improving transportation systems, modernizing agricultural regulations, supporting plant breeding innovation, and protecting access to global markets through fair and rule-based trade.
During the federal election campaign, GGC ran the "Vote for Grain" initiative. The campaign engaged farmers nationwide and encouraged them to send letters to candidates, raising awareness of the urgent needs in the grain sector.
“Grain farmers are ready to be an equal partner with government in growing Canada’s economy,” said Larkin. “We look forward to working with Prime Minister Mark Carney and all Members of Parliament in addressing short-term challenges and creating long-term policies that support family farms across Canada.”
GGC continues to advocate for family-run farms and urges Parliament to act swiftly to ensure Canadian agriculture thrives in the changing global landscape.
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