Supply management harms farmers and consumers in Canada
The discussion argues that Canada’s supply management system, though meant to shield independent producers, largely harms export dependent farmers by keeping prices high and limiting market access. It notes rising global competition, reduced dairy subsidies abroad, and leaked trade memos suggesting concessions in exchange for preserving barriers, with over 90 percent of farmers relying on export markets.
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United States
New Zealand
Australia
Call for Liberalization of Canada’s Supply Management System
A Troy Media column argues that supply management harms Canadian farmers by restricting market access. It cites protests against quota regimes, including a raid on Shawn Carmichael for selling eggs beyond quota and legal barriers to exporting milk. Eric Merkley of Frontier Centre advocates gradual liberalization to help small producers and curb an oligopolistic system.
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Ontario
Georgian Bay Milk Company
Dairy International
Eric Merkley
Frontier Centre For Public Policy
Fepp
Troy Media
Troymedia
Stompin Tom Connors Dies After Kidney Failure
Canadian singer Stompin Tom Connors died March 6 2013 at his farm from kidney failure aged in his sixties He refused medical treatment and planned his memorial two weeks before death Lena Welch his wife and two sons survived The memorial was held March 13 2013 with Adrienne Clarkson and Ken Dryden as speakers On CBS Elwood Glover’s Luncheon Date Connors wore his trademark black Stetson and met Queen Elizabeth in Ottawa in October 2002 He began with Hank Snow and left a note thanking fans for fueling his career
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Canada
Lena Welch
CBS
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Tom Connors
Sage
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