2024 Operations Update

A prosperous future for all Manitoba farmers.

Our core mission is to be the voice for farmers, addressing their most important issues. KAP is dedicated to leading progress, promoting transparency, and showcasing farmers' true impact and contribution to key audiences.

Content

2023-2024 Outcomes

Our Priority Pillars

Advocacy

Message from the President

KAP Board of Directors

General Manager's Report

Engagement and Outreach

Regulatory Modernization

2023-2024 Outcomes

50%

Rebate for Education Property Tax on farmland maintained

70+

Elected officials and senior government officials engaged with at the provincial & federal levels

250k

Interest-free limit for Advance Payments Program (APP) increased for 2024

13.5%

Increase in healthcare spending in 2024 Manitoba provincial budget

Manitoba Agricultural Services Corporation (MASC) service centres to reopen in rural communities

Appointment to Premier's Business & Jobs Council as representative of agriculture

165k

Secured per unfunded student at Western College of Veterinary Medicine, up from previous year by over double

135k

Commitment from Government of Manitoba for implementation of veterinary strategy

We aim to be the unwavering voice for farmers, addressing your most pressing issues with tenacity and resolve.

"KAP's new strategic plan for 2024-27 was a highlight of this past year. Our mission is simple, yet profound. We aim to be the unwavering voice for farmers, addressing your most pressing issues with tenacity and resolve."

― Jill Verwey, KAP President

Our Priority Pillars

Advocacy

Agriculture Matters

KAP strives to achieve a sustainable and profitable future for Manitoba farmers by advocating for unity within the primary agricultural sector, with shared goals and objectives. Acting as the authoritative voice, KAP leads the way, fostering consensus and providing unified representation to farmer members, stakeholders, and all levels of government, highlighting the significance of agriculture and advancing key policy objectives. Recognizing agriculture's vital role in our society, we aim to convey the importance of agriculture to our communities, economy, and food system.

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Engagement and Outreach

Relationships Matter

We work everyday to develop a unified narrative focused on building trust in Manitoba farmers and modern agriculture. This narrative is designed to expand over time to improve its relevance and create connections between government, the public, agricultural stakeholders, and Manitoba farmers.

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Regulatory Modernization

Preserving Market Access

KAP's primary goal is to minimize regulatory risk associated with future legislation and oversight for Manitoba farmers. Our value proposition to members is centered around working towards a stable regulatory future. Through collaborative initiatives led by KAP, our focus is not only on rectifying restrictive or misguided regulations, but also on advocating for smart regulations that will drive progress and growth in Manitoba's agriculture sector.

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Governance and Funding

Future-Focused Oversight

In order to operate effectively in all other key areas and to achieve our strategic objectives, it is imperative that we foster a solid foundation of governance and funding. To ensure long-term delivery of value to our members, our approach is to continue modernizing KAP's governance and develop systems to ensure compliance. As we work in this area, modernizing our structure and funding model to be reflective of modern farming operations must be a priority to ensure financial sustainability for the long-run.

KAP 2024-2027 Strategic Plan

Collaboration is at the heart of what we do – and the process to set our organization’s roadmap to 2027 was no different.

This roadmap reflects the shared vision and expertise of KAP’s Board of Directors, members, and staff, aiming to facilitate a unified strategy to address the priorities identified by Manitoba producers and the broader agricultural industry. It focuses on tackling key challenges and leveraging opportunities.

Continued advancements in advocacy and innovation will empower Manitoba farmers by reducing risks, meeting market demands, and enhancing productivity and competitiveness on a global scale.

Mission

Vision

A prosperous future for all Manitoba farmers.

Our Values

Integrity

We speak and act with honesty and apply high ethical standards for everything we do.

Evidence Based and Solutions Oriented

We ensure that our decisions, advocacy and actions are grounded in factbased, reliable evidence. We take a proactive approach, focusing on finding solutions to challenges faced by farmers, rather than dwelling on problems.

Collaborative

We cultivate positive relationships with our members, stakeholders, and the broader community and cooperate with others to multiply the impact of our efforts.