Funding for Canadian Foodgrains Bank announced

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Winnipeg – Up to 783 million people in the world are facing hunger, and nearly 98% of them live in developing countries. The effects of climate change—diminishing water supplies and increased frequency of extreme events like floods, heat waves and storms—and world events like Russia’s war against Ukraine exacerbate food insecurity. Canada remains committed to international efforts that support climate change …

Farmers, ranchers, processors supported by new partnership

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Victoria – BC farmers and food processors will receive increased food security support over the next 5 years through a new agreement between the governments of Canada and British Columbia. The Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP) will provide increased support for an innovative, adaptive and resilient agricultural sector in British Columbia. Through Sustainable CAP, more than $140 million will …