What is the CWB?

[TOM4CWB]

Parsley,

It struck me... as I read this:

"Controlled by western Canadian farmers, the CWB is the largest wheat and barley marketer in the world. As one of Canada's biggest exporters, the Winnipeg-based organization sells grain to over 70 countries and returns all sales revenue, less marketing costs, to farmers."

A lie. NOT controlled by western Canadian wheat and barley farmers... the CWB is the biggest thief in the world... and because they steal our grain...

Have only marketed a very small amount of grain since in WWII (1943); As the Canadian Government gave the CWB a buying monopoly except for a few brief periods with barley when the CWB had to compete for that barley and offer competitive prices when the COnservative gov. tried to force them to change!

Good Grief;

We need a brief 'Stop THIEF' program!

[TOM4CWB]

Hey Charlie;

How come the 'InVIgor' field on the bottom of the screen (Farms.com advertisement) is what looks to be a wheat field?

[Raven]

TOM4CWB

The CWB is proof that propaganda works and if a lie is repeated enough it becomes accepted as the truth.

In this case, the accepted lie is that the CWB has a legislated monopoly since 1943.

However the fact is that under the War Measures Act, the CWB surely was given monopoly powers by REGULATION. This continued under the transition from war time for a couple of years.

But in 1947, ammendments were made to the CWB ACT so that the government could set the price of grain inside Canada to ensure a contract they had made with Great Britain.

Part IV of the Act was inserted into the Act at that time and (from access to information), the stated purpose of the licencing Part IV was to Act as an import/export tariff. (with the proceeds to go to the government).

The government then set the price inside Canada. It was all done under trade and commerce and not intended to be prohibition legislation. So when the world price went above the domestic set price, (which it did) anyone could still export but they had to pay an export tax that was the difference between the price inside and outside Canada.

Over the years, the government varied the price inside Canada by regulation, sometimes below, sometimes above, and sometimes the same as world prices. Since NAFTA, the price inside Canada is always the same as world prices. Therefore, as the CWB wrote to the courts in 2007, all export licences are issued without cost.

If you check the CWB website "history" they do not mention the 1947 amendments. That is no accident but simply propaganda by ommission.

Even though the Supreme Court consistently states that the intent of legislation must stay the same as originally intended, the CWB has convinced farmers that what was originally taxation legislation is now prohibition legislation.

[parsley]

Bumper stickers made Tom? "Stop CWB Thievery" With a hot tip number on them and report every producer car the CWB ships? Couldja get say 200,000 of them printed? With ten thou farmers, we should be able to stick em to bumpers as well as keep the police busy. Make the stickers recyclable by printing "Vote Danielle" on the other side. LOL

[stubblejumper]

How much does it cost to make 10 bumperstickers?

[parsley]

stubb, I have no idea. Make them on your computer!

[parsley]

The Wheat Board is forced Government marketing, the perfect model for governments to emulate and plan from

The Test Labs in Saskatoon are government testing padded by taxpayers money. if you are a test lab in say, Alberta, how does one compete with ta dollar grants for some and not for others?

Patented seed will be owned by CHOSEN buyers.


Yes, well, China couldn't hold a candle to Canada when it comes to communism.

"Governments of Canada & Saskatchewan Support New Wheat Identification Technology
November 13, 2009
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan

The Governments of Canada and the Saskatchewan together with the Saskatchewan Research Council announced today their investment of almost $9 million dollars in the commercialization of a DNA-based process for wheat identification.

"Saskatchewan has been a leader in developing cutting edge technology such as the wheat ID, to boost one of our largest economic engines; agriculture," Minister Cheveldayoff said. "We want to build on our knowledge economy by commercializing technologies developed through our innovation system and market that to users around the world."

"Our government is delivering real results for Canadian farmers by investing in innovative research and new technologies that will help increase their profitability," said MP Brad Trost (Saskatoon-Humboldt) on behalf of Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification and Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz. "We are proud to collaborate with provinces on projects, such as this one, that contribute to the future competitiveness and prosperity of our entire agricultural sector."

This advanced DNA-based technology, initially developed by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) scientists and licensed to SRC, may provide a cost-effective and consistent testing method to identify different wheat varieties and classes in a 24-hour turnaround time. This development could help fill the gap created by the removal of the Kernel Visual Distinguishability (KVD) test, which was used as a class identification tool and a requirement for registration until 2008. This new technology will help Canada stay competitive by maintaining its reputation for providing high-quality products to national and international markets.

"We've supported this project with both funding and expertise because farmers need a test that assures customers we are providing safe, high-quality grain," said Larry Hill, chair of the CWB's board of directors. "This support will help ensure that farmers get the best possible returns for their wheat."

The SRC is currently validating a DNA-based test that verifies midge insect resistance in wheat varieties. Next SRC will be working to determine whether the technology can be utilized to offer viable commercial tests for wheat class and variety identification. A team of scientists and technologists has been hired for the project.

"The federal-provincial funding provided today brings SRC a step closer to offering a commercial wheat DNA test," said Dr. Laurier Schramm, SRC's Chief Executive Officer. "SRC is dedicated to proving out the technology and, if viable, offering this service to help the agriculture industry maintain Canada's brand reputation for high quality products and competitiveness in international grain markets."

To support the project, the Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan are investing up to $7.43 million over five years through a cost-sharing agreement under the Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada's AgriFlexibility fund. A shared federal-provincial investment of $1.48 million made through the Canada-Saskatchewan Western Economic Partnership Agreement (WEPA) this year will enable SRC to purchase equipment, software and scale up the testing process. The total investment in this work over the next 5 years is $8.91 million. In partnership with the Manitoba Rural Adaptation Council, the CWB has contributed an additional $392,000 earmarked for developmental work on choosing an appropriate form of DNA testing.

The AgriFlexibility fund, part of Canada's Economic Action Plan, was created to help reduce costs of production and improve environmental sustainability for the sector; promote value-chain innovation and sectoral adaptation; and respond to emerging opportunities and market challenges for the sector.

Through the Canada-Saskatchewan Western Economic Partnership Agreement (WEPA), both levels of government are contributing $25 million each, over four years, to strengthen economic activity and improve quality of life in western Canadian communities.

For additional inforation, contact:

Joanne Mysak
Communications Manager
Western Economic Diversification Canada
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
Tel: (306) 975-5942

Cameron Zimmer
Communications Specialist
Saskatchewan Research Council
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
Tel: (306) 933-6367

Joanne Johnson
Director, Public Affairs
Enterprise Saskatchewan
Regina, Saskatchewan
Tel: (306) 787-7967

John Lyons
CWB media relations manager
Winnipeg, Manitoba
Tel: (204) 983-3101
Cell: (204) 223-4281

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Backgrounder
Saskatchewan Research Council
Funding announcement for rapid wheat DNA testing
Between 2000 and 2008, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) and the CWB collaborated to begin developing DNA-based technology that could identify wheat classes. AAFC's research project identified single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) as a DNA analysis method to distinguish between Canadian wheat classes.

Under a licensing agreement with AAFC, SRC GenServe Laboratories™ will validate the preliminary wheat DNA test science to determine if it can be turned into a viable commercial test for wheat classes. SRC is also refining the test so it can be used to distinguish between wheat varieties. This new technology could be a vital tool in quality control systems and risk management programs throughout the grain handling process.

If SRC is confident that rapid wheat DNA testing can be carried out on a commercial scale, then SRC will proceed with organizing the services.

Funding:
WEPA :
WD $ 740,000
SK (ES) $ 740,000

AgriFlexibility:
AAFC-AAC $4,280,000
SK (SRC) $3,150,000

Total: $8,910,000

About SRC

The Saskatchewan Research Council is Saskatchewan's s leading provider of applied research and development (R&D), and technology commercialization. With more than 340 employees, $41 million in annual revenue and 62 years of R&D experience, the corporation provides services and products to companies around the world.

SRC GenServe Laboratories™ is a commercial genetics facility with broad experience in providing genetic services and applied research to the biotechnology and agriculture industries. The facility provides DNA tests for agriculture crops and livestock, including animal parentage verification, gene mapping and DNA fingerprinting for plant varieties.

About the Canadian Wheat Board

Controlled by western Canadian farmers, the CWB is the largest wheat and barley marketer in the world. One of Canada's biggest exporters, the Winnipeg-based organization sells grain to over 70 countries and returns all sales revenue, less marketing costs, to farmers."

[TOM4CWB]

Parsley,

Use an Alberta or US approved lab... yes... just because they are there. Perhaps they cost a few $'s more... truly the SK labs do not have a monopoly!

[parsley]

Tom, I replied to you on the thread, "Genserve Test Lab in Saskatoon" Pars