Canada’s new food security strategy promises billions of dollars for a more affordable and resilient food system. In June, the federal government launched Canada’s first National Food Security Strategy, committing more than $3 billion over 10 years to strengthen grocery competition, expand food processing, increase greenhouse production and reform regulations. Yet across its many pages, the National Food Security Strategy never mentions these services. Dr. Ataharul ChowdhuryToday, farm advice comes from a patchwork of private consultants, seed and fertilizer companies, commodity organizations, non-profits and government programs. A food strategy that skips the people who teach farmers how to use it is missing a step it cannot afford to miss.