12. Milk Money: The Dairy Standoff
Canada’s dairy system strictly controls milk production, limits imports with high tariffs, and sets prices. American dairy farmers demand access to Canadian markets, claiming unfair trade practices. U.S. politicians regularly condemn Canadian dairy policies. Trump called them a “disgrace” during NAFTA talks. Canadian farmers defend the system as necessary for survival against the massive U.S. industry, which produces more milk than all of Canada.
