The Grain Farmers of Ontario has some concerns about the Federal Provincial Territorial Ministers meeting Tuesday.
The group is calling on Ontario Minister of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Ernie Hardeman, to be a champion for changes that will make a difference for farmers.
GFO officials say while minor tweaks are being discussed by some as adequate, significant changes are needed to address the widespread financial challenges Ontario grain and oilseed farmers are facing.
Markus Haerle is the chair of the Grain Farmers of Ontario.
In a release, he says farmers need meaningful support immediately not minor tweaks and more reviews.
Adding they want Minister Hardeman to speak up for farmers and support and promote an increase of 85% coverage to the AgriStability program with the reference margins removed.
South of the border, the U.S. government has provided $28 billion to farmers.
In Canada, farm income has dropped 45 percent and there has been market issues including this past year with China.
Operational costs are also rising.
Grain Farmers of Ontario is also asking the federal government for compensation for farmers who have suffered losses from trade disruptions.
