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Statement - DFC reacts to Dairy Innovation and Investment Fund Announcement

OTTAWA, ON, - David Wiens, President of Dairy Farmers of Canada, issued the following statement regarding the details of the Dairy Innovation and Investment Fund by Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Lawrence MacAulay:

"Dairy Farmers of Canada welcomes today's announcement of the Dairy Innovation and Investment Fund. This fund will help the Canadian dairy industry improve its processing capacity. As proponents of innovation, we look forward to continue working with processors and other key stakeholders in developing solutions that contribute to a vibrant and robust dairy sector."

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