Sébastien Lemire at the Industry, Science and Technology Committee

On May 13th, 2022. See this statement in context.

May 13th, 2022 / 2:15 p.m.

Bloc

Sébastien Lemire Bloc Abitibi—Témiscamingue, QC

I think we have proof of that for the manufacturing and export sectors.

I'm also interested in production costs, which are rising as a result of the sanctions on Russia.

Should the government compensate farmers for production cost increases? We're hearing that costs have risen 35% as a result of fertilizer surcharges. That's having a major impact, and it's being passed on through our members.

Is there any action that could be taken in this area?

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