With the announcement of Doug Ford’s new provincial cabinet on June 29, the Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) is anxious to get down to work with new ministers who will interface with and have an impact on Ontario’s agriculture industry.
“We’re pleased with Ford’s choice of Ernie Hardeman for the minister responsible for agriculture, food and rural affairs for Ontario,” said Keith Currie, OFA president.
Longtime MPP, agriculture minister under the Harris government and a recent agriculture critic, Hardeman comes to the job with plenty of experience.
“And we look forward to working with all other ministries that affect the agricultural industry including Environment and Climate Change, Infrastructure, Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade; Municipal Affairs and Housing; Health and Long-Term Care; and Transportation,” said Currie.
OFA is the leading provincial advocate for the agri-food industry, and its lobbying efforts on behalf of its 38,000 farm members depends on an effective working relationship with most provincial ministries.
“OFA takes every opportunity to engage with politicians to talk about how vital our sector is to the province’s GDP and jobs,” Currie said.
