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Canada's Dairy Sector Under Pressure

For decades, Canada's supply management system has supported the country's dairy sector. However,

Canada's dairy sector isn't under attack because of who sits in the White House — it's under pressure because supply management itself has become unsustainable in a global trading world.

The system has provided farmers with stable incomes and preserved rural communities by regulating production, fixing quotas, and limiting imports. But Ottawa is now considering changes to allow more U.S. dairy products into Canada, signaling growing strain on the system.

Author's summary: Canada's dairy sector faces pressure due to unsustainable supply management.

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Windsor Star Windsor Star — 2025-10-16

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