Florian Possberg, companion with Polar Pork Farms, says sustaining zero tariffs on agricultural merchandise between Canada and america—much like pre–Trump commerce conflict agreements—is important for the long-term sustainability of agriculture on each side of the border.
As of August 1, the final tariff on merchandise imported from Canada to the U.S. not lined by the Canada–United States–Mexico Settlement elevated from 25% to 35%. Whereas agriculture has thus far prevented direct impacts, Possberg warns that ongoing political maneuvering creates uncertainty, and the potential for extra tariffs is regarding.
“We’ve had zero tariffs on most of our items each methods,” Possberg mentioned. “On the finish of the day, we’d like a commerce settlement just about according to what we had earlier than this all began. Fifteen % tariffs on our grains, meats, and different exports to the U.S. could be a foul deal for Canadian agriculture.”
Possberg famous that Polar Pork’s U.S. clients worth the well being and high quality of Canadian pigs and don’t wish to lose entry. The identical applies to different sectors, together with vitality, grains, and beef.
“Our commerce with the Individuals is just good enterprise,” he added. “It’s reassuring to know we now have buddies south of the border lobbying for agreements that profit each nations.”
