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Background<\/h2>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Advocacy Text” _builder_version=”4.22.1″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”18px” text_line_height=”1.8em” header_font=”||||||||” max_width=”525px” module_alignment=”left” animation_style=”flip” animation_direction=”left” animation_intensity_flip=”20%” animation_starting_opacity=”100%” global_colors_info=”{}”]Canadian fruit and vegetable growers are at the forefront of combatting climate change and embracing sustainable practices on their farms. As both responsible stewards of the land and intelligent business operators, they recognize the importance of sustainability in their operations. These innovative growers have implemented various strategies to provide nutritious and safe food, even amidst the challenges posed by climate change. They are ready and eager to contribute to the development of sustainable solutions.[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/fvgc.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/tractor-spraying-green-wheat-field-agricultural-w-2022-04-13-14-51-16-utc-copy.webp” alt=”Sustainable Farming” title_text=”Sustainable Farming” force_fullwidth=”on” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”center” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”4.22.1″ custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”|40px|||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”|||0px” custom_padding_phone=”|0px|||false|false” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|tablet” animation_style=”slide” animation_direction=”right” animation_intensity_slide=”8%” animation_starting_opacity=”100%” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ admin_label=”Feature 02 Area” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ background_color=”#993333″ custom_margin=”||180px|” custom_padding=”0px|0px|0px|0px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/fvgc.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/green-vegetable-farm-2022-12-15-21-14-59-utc-copy.webp” alt=”Sustainable Farming” title_text=”Sustainable Farming” force_fullwidth=”on” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”center” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”4.22.1″ custom_margin=”-20px||-100px|” animation_style=”slide” animation_direction=”left” animation_intensity_slide=”8%” animation_starting_opacity=”100%” box_shadow_style=”preset1″ box_shadow_blur=”80px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”5%|5%|5%|5%” custom_padding_tablet=”0px|0px|0px|0px” custom_padding_last_edited=”off|desktop” global_colors_info=”{}” padding_tablet=”0px|0px|0px|0px” padding_last_edited=”off|desktop” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Why Member Title” _builder_version=”4.22.1″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”1.8em” header_font=”||||||||” header_2_font=”Lato||||||||” header_2_font_size=”36px” header_2_line_height=”1.5em” background_layout=”dark” module_alignment=”center” custom_margin=”||15px|” custom_padding=”|||” animation_direction=”left” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]\n

Why is this important?<\/h2>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Why Member Text” _builder_version=”4.22.1″ text_font=”||||||||” text_text_color=”rgba(255,255,255,0.66)” text_font_size=”18px” text_line_height=”1.8em” header_font=”||||||||” background_layout=”dark” max_width=”525px” module_alignment=”left” animation_style=”flip” animation_direction=”left” animation_intensity_flip=”20%” animation_starting_opacity=”100%” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]In a world impacted by climate change and increasingly concerned about food security, Canada has a critical role to play in feeding the global population. However, a survey conducted by the Fruit and Vegetable Growers of Canada (FVGC) in the fall of 2022 revealed that many growers face barriers to adopting clean agricultural practices. In fact, 67% of respondents reported having to delay implementing smart agriculture practices due to resource reallocation. For numerous growers, making the necessary changes simply isn’t feasible at this time.[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Information Section” _builder_version=”4.22.1″ background_color=”gcid-9772f00d-9ba4-4523-856c-1e2fbfdca795″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-9772f00d-9ba4-4523-856c-1e2fbfdca795%22:%91%22background_color%22%93}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.22.1″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.1″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”||||||||” header_font=”||||||||” header_2_font=”Lato||||||||” header_2_font_size=”36px” header_2_line_height=”1.5em” module_alignment=”center” custom_margin=”||15px|” custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]\n

Canada falls well below the needs of our producers<\/h2>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ use_custom_gutter=”on” admin_label=”Information Area” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ custom_margin=”|||” use_custom_width=”on” custom_width_px=”650px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.1″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”1.8em” header_font=”||||||||” header_2_font=”Lato||||||||” header_2_font_size=”36px” header_2_line_height=”1.5em” module_alignment=”center” custom_margin=”||15px|” custom_padding=”|||” animation_style=”flip” animation_direction=”left” animation_intensity_flip=”20%” animation_starting_opacity=”100%” global_colors_info=”{}”]\n

Regrettably, financial support for climate-smart agriculture in Canada falls well below the needs of our producers and lags behind that of our main trading partners. A recent report by RBC highlighted this discrepancy, indicating that the United States and the European Union allocate 1.7% and 1.8% of their respective farm gate receipts to climate funding. In contrast, Canada’s climate funding stands at a mere 0.5%, significantly underserving the industry’s requirements.<\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.1″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”1.8em” header_font=”||||||||” header_2_font=”Lato||||||||” header_2_font_size=”36px” header_2_line_height=”1.5em” module_alignment=”center” custom_margin=”||15px|” custom_padding=”|||” animation_style=”flip” animation_direction=”left” animation_intensity_flip=”20%” animation_starting_opacity=”100%” global_colors_info=”{}”]To address these urgent challenges and ensure the long-term sustainability of Canadian agriculture, increased financial support for climate-smart practices is imperative. Fruit and vegetable growers understand the significance of sustainability as a sound business practice, and they are committed to embracing clean agricultural methods. However, they require adequate resources and support to transition effectively.[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.1″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”1.8em” header_font=”||||||||” header_2_font=”Lato||||||||” header_2_font_size=”36px” header_2_line_height=”1.5em” module_alignment=”center” custom_margin=”||15px|” custom_padding=”|||” animation_style=”flip” animation_direction=”left” animation_intensity_flip=”20%” animation_starting_opacity=”100%” global_colors_info=”{}”]By aligning financial investments with the industry’s needs, Canada can empower its growers to lead the way in sustainable agriculture practices. This commitment to sustainability not only preserves and protects the environment but also enhances the growers’ economic resilience and positions them as leaders in the global market. With proper support, Canadian fruit and vegetable growers can continue their vital role as responsible stewards of the land while driving forward sustainable practices that contribute to a more secure and prosperous future.[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Our Mission Section” _builder_version=”4.22.1″ background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” custom_padding=”100px||100px|” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,2_3″ admin_label=”Our Mission Area” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ border_width_bottom=”1px” border_color_bottom=”gcid-aad9ed6c-6b28-46d7-92da-a8fbe91e9564″ global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-aad9ed6c-6b28-46d7-92da-a8fbe91e9564%22:%91%22border_color_bottom%22%93}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Asking Title” _builder_version=”4.22.1″ text_font=”||||||||” header_font=”||||||||” header_2_font=”Lato||||||||” header_2_font_size=”36px” header_2_line_height=”1.5em” module_alignment=”center” custom_margin=”||15px|” custom_padding=”|||” animation_direction=”left” global_colors_info=”{}”]\n

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