Subsidies and overproduction in farming debated
An analysis argues subsidies may be effect rather than cause of farm price drops. Data from 1994 to 2000 shows mixed production shifts across countries with varying subsidy levels. The piece notes farmers seek market power through unions and asks how to reduce subsidies without worsening over production.
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Government neglects farmland education tax disparity in Saskatchewan budget
Calvin Daniels notes the Saskatchewan government ignores the education tax burden for farmers. The Boughen Commission response suggests cutting school divisions to 40 with an average of 5,000 students, a move rural regions oppose. Rural Municipalities fear amalgamation and reduced local governance as progress toward funding issues continues.
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