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Canada West Foundation Webinar
Monday, 29 August, 2022
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm (MDT)
The Federal Fertilizer Policy
Straight talk on emissions reduction, sustainable farming practices and food production
In 2020 the federal government introduced a target to cut fertilizer emissions by 30 per cent over the decade as part of its emissions reduction plan. Farmers, provincial governments and industry provided feedback to the federal government and now the government has opened an additional opportunity to provide a response.
The federal government is not alone in its concern for the environment. Provincial governments have just signed a five-year agreement with Ag Canada in support of producers’ efforts to reduce fertilizer-related emissions. Farmers are increasingly adopting more sustainable farming practices. And given the recent doubling of the price of fertilizer, there is even more incentive to optimize fertilizer application.
What’s the concern?
Well, the federal-provincial Ministers of Ag agreement committed to reduce emissions, while maintaining competitiveness and Canada’s reputation as a top producer of quality crops. But the 30 per cent fertilizer emissions reduction target – on top of improvements already made – could impact crop yields, farm incomes, consumer costs and global food security at a time when grains are in short supply.
Join us as we host ag experts for a lively discussion about reducing farm emissions without reducing production or competitiveness.
Panelists
Nate Horner | Minister of Agriculture | Alberta
In 2019 Nate Horner was elected to the Legislative Assembly of Alberta for the constituency of Drumheller-Stettler. In November 2021, he was sworn in as Minister of Agriculture, Forestry, and Rural Economic Development.
Before being elected, Minister Horner was a rancher with a cow-calf mix farm operation and an active volunteer serving as an emergency medical responder for Dryland Emergency Medical Services Association, president of the Highway 9 Feeder Co-op Association and co-chair of the Hardgrass Bronc Match.
Cherilyn Jolly-Nagel | Farmer | Saskatchewan
Raised on a farm near Mossbank, Saskatchewan, Ms. Jolly-Nagel is a farmer, speaker, director and advocate for global agricultural policy initiatives. She represents the province’s agriculture industry around the world and serves as an international director for the Global Farmer Network. In 2021, she was recognized as one of the Top 50 Most Influential People in Canadian Agriculture.
(More speakers TBA)
Moderated by:
Gary G. Mar, Q.C. | President & CEO | Canada West Foundation
Canada West Foundation Webinar
Monday, 29 August, 2022
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm (MDT)
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