First of all, there is an important link between fertilizers and the yield of our productions. That's one of the reasons we use fertilizers, whether synthetic fertilizers or natural ones. I am thinking of the manure we use, for instance. Our organic production is also growing well here in Canada. It is growing more and more.
However, when we talk about reducing fertilizer use, we have to be careful about what that means in terms of greenhouse gases. The goal of net-zero emissions makes us more efficient and productive in our crops, and fertilizers help us achieve that productivity.
The other thing to watch out for is that, every time agriculture or agri-food is taxed, the pantry of Canadians is being taxed. It directly increases the price of groceries. I don't think that's a good way to go. When agriculture and agri-food are supported, access to healthy food at an affordable price is also supported. We need to keep doing that.
I also agree wholeheartedly with what has been pointed out about grains. They are a staple food.