What were the top agri-food issues and stories of 2019? Our top 10 picks

Emily Duncan and Abdul-Rahim talk about the top stories on the show and main ag issues in Candian and global level in 2019. The show presents the top ten picks of our year. Issues discussed include; Main ag issues this year: Canada releases 2019 Food Guide  EAT-Lancet reports on maintaining a healthy planet and healthy people Federal budget 2019 lay foundation for the creation of Canada National food policy The city of Guelph wins Smart City Challenge with a circular food economy proposal Canada in trade tussle with China as canola, beef, and pork exports are disrupted.  Federal government roles out carbon taxing across the country Women make strides in Canadian agriculture leadership. First female Minister of Agriculture – Marie-Claude Bibeau and the first female director of CFA – Mary Robinson takes office.   CN rail workers go on strike, disrupting harvest 2019.  Ontario sets the stage to protect farmers with Security from Trespass and Animal Safety Act The 2020 Canada food price report is released.