Cash advances see boost to interest-free limit for 2023

May 10, 2023CCGA Release

Winnipeg, MB—Canadian Canola Growers Association (CCGA) will soon be issuing Advance Payments Program (APP) cash advances under an increased interest-free limit of $350,000 for the 2023 program year. The enhancement, announced earlier today by Agriculture and Agri-Food Minister Marie-Claude Bibeau, will see the maximum interest-free portion of a cash advance increase from $250,000 to $350,000 for the 2023 program, effective May 8, 2023.

“We're working diligently to get the updates needed in place as quickly as possible," says Dave Gallant, Director of Finance and APP Operations at CCGA. “Given the current business environment, farmers will be keen to take advantage of the... (read more)

Canola Farmers Pleased to See CFIA Guidance on Plant Breeding Innovation

May 3, 2023CCGA Release

Winnipeg, MB—With today's release of updated Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) guidance on plant breeding innovation, Canada takes a critical step toward enabling farmers' access to innovative seed varieties that respond to evolving production challenges and support resilient agricultural practices.

“Advancements in... (read more)