In canada there is a government run dairy cartel. It is very similar to the taxi medallions, farmers must purchase the right to produce dairy products. "Quota"

In canada there is a government run dairy cartel. It is very similar to the taxi medallions, farmers must purchase the right to produce dairy products. "Quota" for a dairy cow is worth 200k. 2 liters of milk is about $5 at the grocery store. There is also a maple syrup cartel in Quebec which has been in the news recently.