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Livestock Tax Deferrals

Still with livestock, Agriculture Canada has released a list of 15 designated regions in Alberta where livestock tax deferrals have been authorized for 2016 due to drought.
 
Caitlynn Reesor discusses (1:12 minutes) (562 Kb)
 
Agriculture Canada says in addition to the tax deferral, livestock producers are encouraged to take full advantage of assistance available under Growing Forward 2 Business Risk Management programs.
 
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