I don’t understand why the…

I don’t understand why the Province of Ontario continues to build new homes on prime farmland. I live in an urban area in the GTHA, and there are so many empty buildings that are an eye sore, and should be torn down and replaced with new homes (this could include high rises). Why are abandoned buildings in a state of disrepair, not being demolished and considered for new development? I don’t understand. Building on farmland is such a waste; no wonder why the youth cannot make a living farming and move to an urban centre. Please re-think your proposal!