
STATEMENT ON THE INTRODUCTION OF BILL C-359
An Act to amend the Feeds Act, the Seeds Act and the Pest Control Products Act (provisional registration and approval).
Oct. 19, 2023

Today, Pulse Canada issued the following statement on behalf of Chair Kevin Auch:
“Canada’s pulse industry applauds the introduction of Bill C-359, An Act to amend the Feeds Act, the Seeds Act and the Pest Control Products Act (provisional registration and approval).
“Bill C-359 will put much-needed and trusted technologies in the hands of Canadian farmers faster, enabling them to remain competitive in the global environment.
“With the right measures in place, Canadian pulse growers can continue to drive our economy. We encourage Parliamentarians to support this bill at all stages of the legislative process.”
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For more information, media may contact:
Jeff English
Vice President, Marketing and Communications
Pulse Canada
204-960-1622
jenglish@pulsecanada.com
Pulse Canada is the national association of growers, traders and processors of Canadian pulses, also known as lentils, dry peas, beans and chickpeas. Pulses are an essential part of a healthy and sustainable diet. Pulses and pulse ingredients can help food manufacturers improve the nutritional and functional quality of food products.