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Canada's economic growth strategy should start in the field

In an op-ed for The Hill Times, Syngenta Canada President Shaun Vey highlights how Canada's potato sector demonstrates the tremendous potential of Canadian agriculture when innovation, investment, processing capacity and access to export markets come together. He also outlines the policy and regulatory conditions needed to help farmers and the broader agricultural value chain remain competitive, drive economic growth, and strengthen food security.
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​​​​​​​"Agriculture is not simply another sector seeking a place in Canada’s growth strategy. It is one of the strongest foundations on which that strategy can be built.”

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