worldwide "to remove the obstacles that still exist in relation to the export of Russian fertilizers because it is absolutely essential." Farmers cannot control where their fertilizer comes from; asking for the removal of tariffs is not a question of support for the people of Ukraine. Support for the people of Ukraine is strong, and without question, the condemnation of the Russian invasion is the correct course of action. Action by the Canadian government and our allies to quickly end the war is essential. Farmers need the Canadian government to be aware that their actions cannot jeopardize Canada's capacity to produce food today or in the future. LOOKING TO THE FUTURE Longer-term solutions for fertilizer supply need to be explored. Canada is rich in resources, but the supply and infrastructure are not in place for Canada to provide the nitrogen required for farmers east of Manitoba. Josh Linville, Stone X's global fertilizer expert, is preparing a report for Grain Farmers of Ontario examining the possible longer-term solutions Canada can explore, which will have launched by the printing of this magazine. In the short term, Grain Farmers of Ontario will continue to ask the government to follow the other G7 nations, remove the tariffs and sanctions on fertilizer imports, and compensate farmers impacted in 2022 by the additional costs of the tariffs. Debra Conlon is director of government relations at Grain Farmers of Ontario. l ONTARIO GRAIN FARMER 19 DECEMBER 2022 / JANUARY 2023 Farmers faced increased fertilizer pricing, rationing of supplies, and tariff surcharges for the spring 2022 plant. An annual profitability study that includes variety bonuses and other programs offered by Prograin will prove it to you! Discover the benefits at myprograinbenefits.ca Prograin® DO THE MATH Producing IP soybeans pays off! The soy expert
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