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RISKING HARVESTS: Is Ottawa’s pesticide red tape threatening our food?

Canadian farmers are facing rising costs, unpredictable climate pressures, and intense global competition—yet critical crop protection tools remain stuck behind regulatory bottlenecks. Representatives from the Canadian Federation of Agriculture and national grower groups testify before the Senate committee on whether Bill C-31 can actually fix the system before it's too late. In this September 29, 2026 Senate Agriculture and Forestry (AGFO) committee meeting on Bill C-31, agricultural leaders break down the real-world impact of pesticide oversight delays. They highlight why risk-based decision-making and international alignment are vital to maintaining food security, farm productivity, and fair competition on the world stage. Video link: https://youtu.be/9ebYLocxPK4 Stay informed on the issues that matter. Subscribe to Canada Info today: https://www.youtube.com/@Canada-Info #cdnpoli #CanadianPolitics #CanadaInfo

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