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What are the main issues or challenges faced by the local agriculture industry?

Do you have suggestions on how these could be resolved?

One of the issues that has been identified is farm succession- the transfer of the business upon retirement. If you are a farmer, do you have a succession plan in place?

What opportunities exist to improve the industry?

Do you have any suggestions that will help the industry realize those opportunities?

What are the main strengths of the local industry?

What are the main weaknesses of the local industry?

Who should be involved in implementing this plan?

Agriculture plans can focus on a mix of economic development, land use strategies, policies etc. What should be the main focus of an agricultural plan for the Cowichan Region?