Friday, June 7, 2024

Ford splits agriculture ministry


 

Premier Doug Ford is splitting the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs.


Lisa Thompson is now Minister of Rural Affairs.


Rob Flack becomes Minister of Farming, Agriculture and Agribusiness. He represents Elgin-Middlesex-London riding. He was chief executive officer of Masterfeeds before he became a politician.



What's with that new mouthful of a name for Agriculture Ministry?


Education Minister Stephen Lecce and Energy Minister Tood Smith swap portfolios.