Federal Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz today announced the appointment of Phil Klassen as a member of the National Farm Products Council (NFPC).
“I am pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Klassen to the Council,” said Minister Ritz. “Thanks to his over three decades of farming experience, as well as his strong background in producer organizations, Mr. Klassen will be an able addition to the Council in its ongoing work.”
The NFPC plays a key role in the supply management system for poultry and eggs. The Council supervises the operations of the four national marketing agencies that manage the supply of Canadian chicken, turkey, eggs, and broiler-hatching eggs, ensuring they work best for both producers and consumers. These agencies implement and administer marketing plans, allocate production quotas and generate their revenues through levies.
In addition, the Council supervises the operation of the Canadian Beef Cattle Research, Market Development and Promotion Agency.
