The ACFA has been and will remain a primary participant in the Oldman River Basin Water Quality Group. The Group was formed in response to perceived health concerns in the Lethbridge region associated with deteriorating water quality. The ACFA feels it has a better chance of representing the industry positively from within, rather than responding defensively from the outside. There is an essential need for Alberta to develop a balanced agriculture taxation system that supports sustainable growth and the development of a market driven agriculture and food industry. The ACFA will work with all stakeholders to develop a taxation strategy that meets these objectives.
Transportation is a key to the future of agriculture.
Therefore the Provincial government must also take responsibility for the strategic development of a rural transportation infrastructure system that will allow Alberta's agricultural industry to take advantage of the opportunities presented by a constantly changing global marketplace. The ACFA will continue to work with the Alberta government and other cattle industry sectors in developing and implementing a strategy that modernizes the inspection process. The ACFA supports privatization because it feels LIS will be more sensitive and responsive to industry needs.