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Canadians, farming, food: medium interest, but far less knowledge

January 2, 2020
By Radio Canada International

A new Canadian study found a vast majority knew little to nothing about agriculture and farming practices.


The Canadian Centre for Food Integrity’s annual survey revealed that a vast majority of Canadians knew little to nothing about agriculture and farming practices. However, when asked if they’d like to know more, 60 per cent said yes, but 40 per cent said no.

Other major concerns were in order; climate change, food safety, humane treatment of farm animals, having enough food to feed Canada, and having enough food to feed people outside Canada. | READ MORE

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