News - KAP

Keystone Agricultural Producers is voicing its concerns over provisions contained in the recently passed “Save Lake Winnipeg Act” and the impact it will have on agriculture.

The President of Keystone Agricultural Producers, Doug Chorney, and members of the local media will spend the day touring the province and surveying farmland from the air to view the impact of flooding in several regions.

Keystone Agricultural Producers (KAP) is concerned about the effects the controlled release of water along the Assiniboine River will have on farmers.

Keystone Agricultural Producers (KAP) is working on behalf of Manitoba farmers on the issues surrounding the controlled release of water along the Assiniboine River and stresses that there will be a profound impact on surrounding farms and communities.

Prairie farm organizations representing farmers in Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Alberta are calling on the federal government to make meaningful policy changes that will ensure the growth and sustainability of the agricultural sector.

Manitoba Farmers will be at The Forks Market in Winnipeg this weekend to participate in Agriculture in the City, a three-day event that offers a chance to explore the vibrant and innovative world of agriculture.

KAP says a new program to help Manitoba livestock producers cover the costs of manure handling infrastructure is good news, particularly for the small medium sized operations.

Keystone Agricultural Producers (KAP) welcomes the federal and provincial announcement regarding an investment for Manitoba pork producers through the Manure Management Financial Assistance Program (MMFAP).

The Manitoba government is providing $742,100 for a two-year campaign to raise the profile of Manitoba products for consumers, Agriculture, Food and Rural Initiatives Minister Stan Struthers announced.

KAP is calling on Manitoba to offer assistance to hog producers similar to that offered in other provinces.