What is Canadian ag’s future with Prime Minister Mark Carney’s new Cabinet?

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced his new Cabinet, which included some shuffling and some new names. Many are now speculating on the impact on agriculture moving forward.

Host of Real Ag Radio Shaun Haney joined RFD-TV’s Tammi Arender to discuss the background of the new Ag Minister, what other appointments are getting attention, and how agriculture is reacting to the appointments.

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