Canadian fruit and vegetable growers and greenhouse producers are welcoming the federal government's new National Food Security Strategy, saying the plan recognizes the importance of domestic food production and supply chain resilience. The strategy, unveiled Thursday by Prime Minister Mark Carney, includes billions of dollars in investments aimed at expanding food processing capacity, strengthening distribution infrastructure, supporting greenhouse production and improving competition in the grocery sector. The government says the initiative is designed to improve food affordability while reducing reliance on imports and strengthening Canada's food system. The Fruit and Vegetable Growers of Canada said the strategy reflects long-standing calls to prioritize domestic food production. The group cited challenges including rising input costs, labor shortages, extreme weather and market uncertainty. The Greenhouse Produce Alliance of Canada also praised the plan, noting greenhouse operations can provide year-round supplies of fresh produce. Industry groups said they support proposed regulatory reforms intended to speed approvals for crop inputs and reduce administrative barriers. They also welcomed measures aimed at increasing competition among grocery retailers and expanding access to Canadian-grown products. The strategy's success, grower groups said, will depend on how effectively the government implements the announced initiatives and whether they result in measurable improvements for producers and consumers.
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