Alberta Party releases agriculture platform
LEDUC, AB — The Alberta Party announced a platform for agriculture and agri-food processing during a campaign stop in Edmonton on Monday.
Party leader Stephen Mandel says, if elected, the party would modernize the Agriculture Financial Services Corporation, and create a new innovation institute focused on reaching export markets for agriculture products.
“Albertans are deeply proud of what we grow and make in our province,” Mandel said in a statement. “The agriculture sector has huge growth potential for our province. We must support farmers with smart government support. Changing the way we grow, raise, process and sell our agricultural products will create a healthier environment, and a stronger economy.”
The statement on the platform was sent to media outlets, including CHAT News, on Monday.