Purely Canada Food Corp.: APAS calls for review of grain, elevator licensing program [Video]

In the wake of Purely Canada Foods Corp. having its grain and primary elevator licenses revoked – the organization representing Sask. farmers is calling for a review of policies that allowed the company to deal grain in the first place.

The Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan (APAS) says the revoking of Purely Canada’s licenses is the fourth instance in recent months.

The organization says it’s seeing a troubling trend requiring “rapid and resolute” responses to protect the interests of farmers.

“Payment security is the cornerstone in safeguarding the interests and livelihoods of farmers. It’s hard to fathom that, despite its significance, the program has seen little to no improvement for over 15 years,” APAS President Ian Boxall said in the release.

On Aug. 28, the Canadian Grain Commission (CGC) revoked the grain dealer and primary elevator licenses at Avonlea, Kindersley and Lajord, Sask.

The commission encourages any producers who are …