Candidates Talk Agriculture and Melancthon Mega Quarry

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Published on Tuesday, 20 September 2011 21:47

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Candidates talk agriculture

SIMCOE-GREY Let's face it, every resident in Ontario has a stake in supporting the province's agricultural industry. But in Simcoe-Grey, issues surrounding farming hit closer to home with numerous family farms and agri-businesses situated across the riding. So heading into next month's election, many residents are no doubt keeping their ears perked to hear what the four candidates will do to support farming and protect sensitive farmlands.

Melancthon Mega Quarry stances

The controversy surrounding the proposed mega quarry in Melancthon Township continues to grow, along with concerns over what kind environmental impacts the 2,316 open-pit crater could have on Simcoe-Grey.

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http://www.simcoe.com/news/article/1107396--candidates-talk-agriculturehttp://www.simcoe.com/news/article/1107396--candidates-talk-agriculture

"The Barrie Advance", "Simcoe.com"

September 20, 2011

By: Brad Pritchard

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