Canada is set to undergo its first major seed regulation changes since 1905, with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency proposing 52 amendments after a five-year review involving 150 stakeholders. Critics, including Lauren Comin from Seeds Canada, express disappointment with the slow progress and argue that the changes may not significantly benefit the sector, potentially leading to increased costs. While some provisions, like stakeholder advisory committees and easier regulatory adjustments, are seen as positives, the overall impact is viewed as minimal. Both Comin and Chris Churko from FP Genetics hope for more substantial reforms to enhance seed quality and reduce regulatory burdens in the future.
