SummarySpren for "Farming and farmers"
- • The NDP-Liberal carbon tax will increase the cost of food for Canadian families, as it will raise the cost of production for farmers and producers.
• The existing carbon tax exemption for farmers' use of gasoline and other fuels raises questions about the science and math behind the tax, as natural gas and propane are the least-emitting sources available for heat.
- 1. The existing carbon pricing system already provides significant relief to the agricultural sector, and Bill C-234 would only serve to remove the price signal needed for carbon pricing to work.
2. The refundable tax credit for farmers does not undermine the effectiveness of pollution pricing, as it puts a price on pollution and returns a portion of the proceeds to farmers to help them transition to lower-carbon emissions farming methods.
- • The cost of food is up 10% year over year and at a 40-year high, with some staple items like vegetables, dairy, and meat products seeing the most significant increases.
• The Conservative Party is calling on the government to pass Bill C-234, which would exempt farmers from the carbon tax, and to complete a comprehensive study on the economic impact of the carbon tax and clean fuel regulations on the cost of food production and the entire food supply chain.
- • European farmers are protesting and taking to the streets due to government policies.
• Mr. Warren Steinley advocates for policies that support and respect farmers, and emphasizes the importance of listening to their needs and getting it right to avoid copying European policies.
- • The carbon tax affects every stage of the food supply chain, from farmers to grocery stores.
• The speaker would like to hear from the member from Regina about the impact of the carbon tax on farmers and others in the supply chain.