Agricultural Leaders Meet to Discuss Canada-U.S. Trade Dynamics

On February 8, 2025, Lawrence MacAulay, the federal Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, held a meeting in Ottawa with provincial and territorial ministers to discuss the agriculture sector's relationship with the United States. This meeting was organized by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada.

The discussions focused heavily on the integration of international supply chains, addressing concerns about potential market disruptions. Strategies for international market expansion and diversification were key points, reflecting the need for a resilient agricultural sector.

Ministers explored internal trade measures and considered improvements in business risk management programs available to producers. There was a collective acknowledgment of the importance of a unified response to changes in international trading relationships.