
The weaponization of trade will hurt Canadian ag and food industry
Export trade has been an important part of Canada’s agriculture and food economy. Half of what we produce in this country is sold in international markets at a value of $56 billion. Trade is also important for food processor representing about 1 in 4 jobs. One of the drivers for developing new trade agreements and partnerships is to expand opportunities for Canadian products. In the past we have had trade disputes with a variety of countries. There have been complaints about