Statement – KAP thanks provincial government for supporting Manitoba’s livestock producers

August 31, 2021

The following statement is attributable to Bill Campbell, president, Keystone Agricultural Producers (KAP).

“KAP thanks the provincial government for supporting Manitoba’s livestock producers with programs under the AgriRecovery framework to manage ongoing drought conditions.

We believe that programs designed to address feed assistance and transportation, as well as livestock transportation will be important to the success of Manitoba’s livestock sector in the years to come. These programs will help livestock producers with immediate feed and transportation needs as they plan for the long-term recovery of their operations.

We appreciate the collaboration and commitment of farm organizations and all levels of government to address the challenges facing livestock producers across our province.”

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Keystone Agricultural Producers (KAP) is Manitoba’s general farm policy organization, providing a unified voice for farmers on issues that affect agriculture.

For more information:
Graham Schellenberg
Communications and Government Relations Manager
Keystone Agricultural Producers
431-554-8352
graham.schellenberg@kap.ca

News Release – KAP outlines priorities for the next federal government

August 17, 2021

Keystone Agricultural Producers (KAP) is outlining its four priorities for the next federal government as the 44th Canadian federal election gets underway.

KAP is calling on the federal political parties to focus on four areas: business risk management programs to support producers, the role of producers as environmental stewards, economic development and public trust in agriculture.

Statement – KAP welcomes AgriRecovery announcement

August 10, 2021

The following statement is attributable to Bill Campbell, president, Keystone Agricultural Producers (KAP).

“KAP welcomes the announcement that the provincial government is investing $62 million into the AgriRecovery program to support Manitoba’s livestock producers. KAP will continue to work with the provincial government, Manitoba Agricultural Services Corporation and Manitoba’s farm organizations to ensure that programs address the challenges facing producers across our province.”

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Keystone Agricultural Producers (KAP) is Manitoba’s general farm policy organization, providing a unified voice for farmers on issues that affect agriculture.

For more information:
Graham Schellenberg
Communications and Government Relations Coordinator
Keystone Agricultural Producers
431-554-8352
graham.schellenberg@kap.ca

Farm group coalition urging producers to know their options with drought-damaged crops

July 22, 2021

Ongoing drought conditions across Manitoba have a coalition of farm groups urging producers to know their options when making decisions about their crops.

Manitoba Beef Producers (MBP) and Manitoba Forage & Grassland Association (MFGA), along with Keystone Agricultural Producers (KAP), Manitoba Crop Alliance (MCA), Manitoba Bison Association (MBA) and Manitoba Sheep Association (MSA), are warning that ongoing drought conditions pose a significant challenge to livestock, grain and forage producers.

“With drought conditions reported across Manitoba, we recognize the detrimental impacts across the crop and livestock sectors,” said MCA chair Fred Greig. “Producers need to know their options so they can make the best business decision for their operation.”

Before making decisions about drought-damaged crops, the coalition is asking producers to contact Manitoba Agricultural Services Corporation (MASC) about putting crops to alternative use.

Career opportunity – Policy Manager

July 20, 2021

KAP requires a permanent, full-time Policy Manager who is responsible to monitor and analyze current and proposed agricultural policies. They develop and execute KAP’s advocacy strategy. The Policy Manager is responsible for supporting the advocacy of KAP’s policy positions to governments and industry. They demonstrate positive leadership and foster and demonstrate continuous improvement and high performance.

Please apply with a cover letter and resume to careers@kap.ca before August 6, 2021.

Statement – KAP welcomes new agriculture minister

July 15, 2021

The following statement is attributable to Bill Campbell, president, Keystone Agricultural Producers.

“Keystone Agricultural Producers (KAP) congratulates Ralph Eichler on his appointment to cabinet as Minister of Agriculture and Resource Development. We look forward to working with him to grow Manitoba’s agricultural industry. KAP would also like to acknowledge the contributions of Blaine Pedersen, outgoing Minister of Agriculture and Resource Development. As a producer and advocate, MLA and cabinet minister, we have appreciated Minister Pedersen’s passion and engagement and wish him the best.”

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For more information:
Graham Schellenberg, Communications and Government Relations Coordinator
Keystone Agricultural Producers
431-554-8352
graham.schellenberg@kap.ca

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