Industry update on COVID-19

CropLife Canada members recognize the pressure that the current situation adds for farmers at this very busy time of year.

Seed and early-season pesticides are, for the most part, already within the Canadian supply chain which is fortunate given that famers have been encouraged to place orders and take product shipments earlier than normal. Please note that there are no concerns about supply shortages so farmers should only order what they need.

CropLife Canada members, throughout the supply chain, have implemented a number of COVID-19 contingency plans to ensure that employees are protected and farmers receive essential crop inputs in a timely manner throughout the growing season.

The plant science industry is also looking at what the longer-term impacts of the virus might be and are watching how the pandemic develops in places like India and China, where a significant amount of pesticide manufacturing happens.

Growers are encouraged to be proactive and communicate with ag-retailers to schedule deliveries and pick-ups of crop inputs. Our industry is adhering to public health recommendations regarding physical distancing and hygiene recommendations and adapting how we do business in order to ensure Canada’s farmers get the support they need as they head into the planting season.

More resources:
Blog post: Agriculture industry keeps our food supply secure during COVID-19 crisis
Blog post: Agriculture needs a unified voice during COVID-19 more than ever