Federal budget plays to mixed reviews from ag groups
“It is staggering to think that the federal government wants grain farmers to adopt commercially available clean technology by moving off diesel and assist with the purchase of more efficient […]
Budget receives mostly positive reviews
The Western Canadian Wheat Growers Association says it sees little that will benefit grain farmers in the budget and accuses the federal government of failing to consult with the industry […]
Wheat Growers Say Federal Budget Not Based On Reality
“In analyzing the 2021 Federal budget, the Western Canadian Wheat Growers see little that will benefit grain farmers. Agriculture has been a strong contributor to Canada’s economy during COVID-19 and […]
2021 Federal Budget Not Based on Reality for Grain Farmers
CALGARY, AB: In analyzing the 2021 Federal budget, the Western Canadian Wheat Growers see little that will benefit grain farmers. Agriculture has been a strong contributor to Canada’s economy during […]
Federal Government Forgets About Grain Farmers
CALGARY, AB: With the release of the Fall Economic Statement 2020, agriculture and specifically grain farmers were expecting to be at least acknowledged as leading the economic recovery from COVID-19. […]
Western Canadian Wheat Growers hopeful for road infrastructure in Saskatchewan budget
Western Canadian Wheat Growers chair Jim Wickett says farmers need adequate road infrastructure to move their product to market. The Premier has also hinted at more support for irrigation and [...]
No-surprise budget pleases Sask. farm groups
Western Canadian Wheat Growers Association director Daryl Fransoo said the government helps farmers with more than money. “As the Western Canadian Wheat Growers, we don’t need more funding. We need [...]
Federal Budget Fails Entrepreneurial Grain Farmers
CALGARY, AB: The Western Canadian Wheat Growers put a failing grade on the 2019 Federal Budget announced yesterday. What little is contained in the budget for agriculture only fixes problems […]
Wheat Growers Offer Support for the 2019 Saskatchewan Budget
CALGARY, AB: The Western Canadian Wheat Growers were pleased with the 2019 Saskatchewan Provincial budget. The introduction of a balanced budget with a vision of future surpluses and economic certainty. […]
Stay the Course Saskatchewan Budget
CALGARY, AB: The Western Canadian Wheat Growers Association supports the proposed 2018/19 Saskatchewan budget. “No new taxes is good for everyone in the province. Having a plan to return to a […]
