Farmers from G7 countries are grappling with a series of challenges as the world deals with geopolitical, economic, and environmental issues. Inflation, high interest rates, and the aftermath of recent financial disruptions have destabilized farm economies. Trade disruptions and fractured supply chains add to the uncertainty in agriculture. Additionally, climate change is causing more frequent droughts, floods, and extreme weather events that threaten productivity and strain rural infrastructure.
G7 farmers play a crucial role in ensuring food security, fostering innovation, and advancing climate adaptation while maintaining resilient food systems. Representatives of G7 farmers' organizations have reiterated their commitment to building a sustainable agriculture sector.
The statement calls on G7 governments to support transparent trade that fosters stability and market access, prioritize innovation for all farmers, modernize outdated regulations hindering competitiveness, and advance science-based climate policies.
Rob Larew of NFU USA emphasized the need for collaborative efforts to address risks in the agri-food chain: “This is a crucial moment for family farmers and ranchers across the world... We must work collaboratively... ensuring agriculture continues to thrive for generations to come.”
Keith Currie from CFA Canada highlighted coordinated solutions: “Canadian farmers... are facing complex challenges that demand coordinated... solutions... With the right tools... farmers can continue to lead the way toward a more sustainable future for all.”
Arnaud Rousseau of FNSEA France stressed fair trade: “Agriculture and food are not issues of nationality... Today we send a common message... agriculture and food security must be at the core of international concerns.”
Joachim Rukwied from DBV Germany pointed out Canada's G7 Presidency as an opportunity: “Canada’s G7 Presidency offers an opportunity to highlight the role of global agriculture... international cooperation is more crucial than ever.”
Ettore Prandini of Coldiretti Italy urged placing food security at government agendas: “Together we call on governments to place food security... at the heart of their agenda.”
Toru Yamano from JA Zenchu Japan expressed expectations for fulfilling goals: “I highly expect the prosperous future of farmers envisioned in the joint declaration to be fulfilled.”
Tom Bradshaw from NFU UK called for stability: “Every day, farmers and growers are out in fields producing food... That is why we’re urging G7 government to help provide stability...”
