Resolution

WHEREAS young and beginning producers face unique challenges, including limited financial capital and additional exposure to financial and other business related risks;

WHEREAS the needs of young and beginning farmers are often not recognized in the programs, legislation and regulations that govern Saskatchewan agriculture;

BE IT RESOLVED that APAS strike a committee to develop an APAS policy document on Young and Beginning Farmers. This Committee would be composed of young and beginning producers and would include the mentees and mentors participating in the APAS Youth Leadership and Mentorship Program.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the APAS Board of Directors consider the representation of beginning and young producers on APAS Policy committees.