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DFC Pleased With Funding, Says More Work Still Ahead

Dairy Farmers of Canada says it's pleased about the $350 million in development funding coming from the federal government.

However, DFC also notes the money only partially offsets the damage that will come from CETA.

The organization anticipates the trade agreement will result in nearly 18,000 tonnes of cheese no longer being made in Canada as cheaper European brands are imported.

That's the equivalent of $116 million in lost revenues.

DFC President Wally Smith says the funding shows a significant committment to supply management and the growth of the dairy sector by the federal government.

He also adds there's still work to be done to ensure the continued sustainability and viability of the industry.

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Chatham-Kent police reported a 44-year-old man driving a pickup truck was killed in the crash at Jeanettes Creek Road and Coutts Line around 6 p.m. Tuesday.

CK police charge woman with assault

According to Chatham-Kent police, the victim was walking around King Street East in Chatham when she was approached by a woman she didn't know and struck in the face.

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Scoreboard, Aug 5

The Toronto Blue Jays lost 7-2 to the Houston Astros on Tuesday while the Detroit Tigers won their fourth straight, 8-0 over Seattle.