"Canadian agriculture, like many other industries, suffers when political decisions are not firmly based on predictable, science. This is a crucial area for us to understand and excel at, which is why we invited
"Many scientists and scientific associations are frustrated about how to communicate their ideas on science, technology, and innovation to politicians," Manning says. "And many politicians are insecure about communicating their ideas to, or responding to proposals from, the scientific community."
Manning served as the Leader of the Opposition from 1997 to 2000, and in 2007 he was made a Companion of the Order of
Manning will speak
Innovation, stewardship and sustainability will be the focus of the GrowCanada(R) conference, which is being co-hosted by nine of agriculture's most influential associations. Close to 500 delegates with various roles in Canada's agricultural value chain will in
A full listing of conference speakers can be found at http://www.growcanadaconference.ca/2009/about.php
Media are invited to attend the conference, which is being held at the Hyatt Regency
For further information: Nadine Sisk, Director Media Relations, P: (613) 218-6063, [email protected]
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