Mr. Speaker, it never ceases to amaze me that the New Democrats end up not ever speaking on behalf of farmers or representing farmers. I believe from their speeches that they represent the National Farmers Union, which they believe to speak for farmers, and the Canadian Wheat Board, which is a government organization.
I would like to quote a portion of a letter to the minister:
It is now time to move forward on these recommendations and create an environment that fosters competitiveness so that we can achieve our potential in international trade. If you do not act on these recommendations we can only expect ongoing regular disruption of the transportation system. This will result in continuing damage to our reputation as a reliable exporter, and the continued loss of international market share trade. We must have the vision to act now to ensure a better future.
It is signed by Neil Silver, president of Agricore, Leroy Larsen, president and chairman of the Saskatchewan Wheat Pool, Ted Allen, president and chairman of the United Grain Growers, among others.
These people speak for farmers. What do you have to say about that?