Positive outlook for agricultural producers in Canada

Alberta producers are benefiting from a good growing season and higher beef, poultry, pork and dairy prices. The growing season for 2011 proved to be a good year for crops, producing high quality yields for producers in Alberta. “Agriculture is the largest renewable industry in Alberta, totalling CAN$6.7 (€4.861) billion in exports in 2010 and employing 70,000 Albertans directly and indirectly” said Premier Alison Redford. “A thriving agriculture industry is an important part of a strong Alberta economy.” Read more ...