Agriculture committee  I thank both of you for being here. Mr. Mulligan, you've clearly outlined the scenario. We've heard the same concerns from Ms. George earlier on today. Clearly, it's up to the provinces to put this into perspective. Even before Dan was here and introduced this bill, I'd meet with the vintners, write a letter, give it to the minister, and he would basically say that there wasn't a lot we could do until the provinces lined up.

Agriculture committee  The second part is that it's my understanding, for right or for wrong, that the sugar beet is genetically modified in Alberta. Does that make any difference?

Agriculture committee  That's all the questions I have. I'm going to turn my questions over to my honourable colleague.

Agriculture committee  Thank you very much. Go ahead, Mr. Atamanenko.

Agriculture committee  I don't have much time, so I'm going to stop you. I'd like to talk a little about Summerland. You mentioned the importance of the role that the Summerland research institute plays. I'm wondering what the feeling is on the ground. I know that in the past I've talked to folks in the cherry industry, and others, who have said that people are retiring and not being replaced.

Agriculture committee  Thank you. Once again referring to what Mr. Paszkowski said last time regarding the current tax on Canadian content in blended wines, the vintners' institute would like the tax to be repealed. The Canadian content of blended wines wouldn't be taxed, as it currently is, to fall in line with the VQA.

Agriculture committee  I have to stop you there. Go ahead, Mr. Atamanenko.

Agriculture committee  Thank you very much. Thank you to both of you for being here. Mr. Buchler, in his presentation Mr. Smith was quite adamant that the new container size regulations could have a devastating effect not only on the industry but on the communities and on farmers. We had Dan Paszkowski, the president of the Canadian Vintners Association, here last week.

Combating Terrorism Act  Mr. Speaker, that is quite a long question, and I will do my very best. Before I answer, I would like to thank the hon. member for his service to our country. He served our country well, and I am glad to see him in the House. It is a pleasure to have him here. There is no incongruity.

Combating Terrorism Act  Mr. Speaker, I thank my hon. colleague for the question. That is what I was trying to point out in my speech. As hon. members know, I also quoted Reid Morden, a former director of the Canadian Security Intelligence Service. I also mentioned my hon. colleague from Windsor—Tecumseh, who is very familiar with justice issues.

Combating Terrorism Act  Mr. Speaker, this is an interesting debate. I have been listening to a lot of the arguments that have been flowing around this place. As a preamble to what I am going to say, it seems to me that we have another bill before us that we probably do not really need. The impression I am getting, via the events of today and the events that have happened in the past few years, is that we have sufficient means and sufficient legislation to work for the safety of our country.

Petitions  Mr. Speaker, I have a couple of petitions. The first is also on GM alfalfa, which some members have presented, calling for a moratorium. There was a national action day a couple of weeks ago organized by the National Farmers Union and others right across the country. Farmers do not need this.

Petitions  Mr. Speaker, my second petition is signed by thousands across the country in support of my Bill C-322, to prohibit the importation or exportation of horsemeat for human consumption. Drugs are commonly used in these animals, and that makes the meat unfit for human consumption, among other things.

Petitions  Mr. Speaker, the third petition calls for stronger animal cruelty legislation. The petitioners are calling on the House to work with the provinces to ensure federal and provincial laws are constructed and enforced that will ensure those responsible for abusing, neglecting, torturing or otherwise harming animals are appropriately accountable.

Genetically Modified Alfalfa  Mr. Speaker, last week a National Day of Action was held across Canada to stop Forage Genetics International from releasing Monsanto's genetically modified Roundup Ready alfalfa. I would like to thank the National Farmers Union, CBAN and many others for undertaking this important initiative.