Table of Contents

Introduction

Prologue

1. A Visitor’s View

2. Misleading Underlying Assumptions

a. Population projections as an underlying Assumption
b. Greater Stratford Area
c. When does the existing economy count?
d. Unsubstantiated Issues
e. Where is the existing community recognized?
f. We Applaud This Direction
g.Wetlands Trump Agriculture
h. Evaluation Principles Lacking

3. Provincial Legislation, Regulations and Policies Affecting Agriculture

a. Nutrient Management Act, 2002
b. Nutrient Management Strategy
c. Nutrient Management Plan (NMP), O. Reg. 267/03
d. Nutrient Management Protocol, August 12, 2005
e. Municipal Drains

4. Agribusiness in the Study Area

a. Agricultural Business in the Study Area
b. Industry Production Figures

5. The ‘Culture’ of Agriculture

a. The Land
b. The People
c. The Economy

6. Conclusions and Directions for Consulting Team and the MTO