Canada News Centre2026-09-10T11:04:16-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/news.htmlhttps://www.canada.ca/etc/designs/canada/wet-boew/assets/wmms-blk.svghttps://www.canada.ca/en/agriculture-agri-food/news/2026/09/government-of-canada-invests-in-machine-learning-technology-to-improve-crop-management-and-disease-detection-in-vineyards.html

Canadian farmers need modern tools to protect their crops and stay competitive.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada2026-09-10T11:04:16-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/agriculture-agri-food/news/2026/09/government-of-canada-to-announce-investment-in-machine-learning-technology-to-improve-crop-management-and-disease-detection-in-vineyards.html

Karim Bardeesy, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Industry and Member of Parliament for Taiaiako’n—Parkdale—High Park, Ontario, on behalf of the Honourable Heath MacDonald, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, will announce an investment in science and technology to support early disease detection and management in Canadian vineyards.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada2026-09-09T11:32:03-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/agriculture-agri-food/news/2026/09/minister-macdonald-announces-up-to-nearly-895000-to-develop-and-test-new-clean-technology-to-benefit-canadas-indoor-agriculture-sector.html

Today, while visiting Hydragreens Produce Ltd. in Calgary, the Honourable Heath MacDonald, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, announced funding of up to $894,673 for SmartGRO Bioengineering Inc. (SmartGRO) under the Agricultural Clean Technology (ACT) Program – Research and Innovation Stream.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada2026-09-08T11:35:57-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/agriculture-agri-food/news/2026/09/minister-of-agriculture-and-agri-food-to-announce-support-for-controlled-environment-agriculture-and-engage-with-producers-processors-and-industry-.html

The Honourable Heath MacDonald, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, will travel to southern Alberta from September 8 to 10 to visit local producers, tour farming and food processing facilities, and meet with industry leaders. Media are encouraged to reach out if interested in engaging with Minister MacDonald during his visit.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada2026-09-04T12:00:07-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/agriculture-agri-food/news/2026/09/minister-macdonald-announces-support-to-advance-swine-health-surveillance-in-canada.html

Canada's pork industry is an economic powerhouse. Recognizing that infectious disease is one of the major risks to swine production, the Government of Canada is helping industry further develop the tools needed to safeguard animal health, strengthen sector resilience, and support future growth.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada2026-09-04T09:58:47-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/agriculture-agri-food/news/2026/09/governments-of-canada-and-saskatchewan-announce-support-for-producers-through-the-2026-agristability-program.html

Today, Federal Agriculture and Agri-Food Minister Heath MacDonald and Saskatchewan Agriculture Minister David Marit announced changes to the 2026 AgriStability Program to support producers impacted by excess moisture and localized flooding.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada2026-09-03T14:32:15-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/agriculture-agri-food/news/2026/09/minister-macdonald-to-announce-federal-investments-to-the-canadian-pork-industry.html

The Honourable Heath MacDonald, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, will be in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, to announce federal investments to advance animal health surveillance in Canada. He will be joined by representatives from the Canadian Pork Council and the Atlantic Veterinary College.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada2026-09-03T09:34:25-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/agriculture-agri-food/news/2026/09/minister-macdonald-announces-initial-list-of-2026-livestock-tax-deferral-regions.html

Canadian producers and ranchers are on the front lines of climate change, and its effects can significantly impact operations. When extreme weather strikes, livestock producers may experience forage shortfalls and need timely information and support to make effective herd management decisions.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada2026-09-01T09:20:21-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/agriculture-agri-food/news/2026/08/government-of-canada-invests-in-red-river-metis-participation-in-agriculture.html

Today, Ginette Lavack, Member of Parliament for St. Boniface—St. Vital, Manitoba, on behalf of the Honourable Heath MacDonald, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, announced an investment of up to $160,545 for the Manitoba Métis Federation (MMF), the National Government of the Red River Métis, through the AgriDiversity Program under the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership to identify the needs and priorities specific to Red River Métis producers.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada2026-08-31T11:45:29-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/agriculture-agri-food/news/2026/08/government-of-canada-supports-indigenous-led-effort-to-create-reindeer-herd-agribusiness-in-the-inuvialuit-settlement-region.html

Reindeer husbandry is a culturally rooted and historically significant practice that has provided food security and economic opportunities to Inuvialuit families for nearly a century. The Mackenzie Delta herd–Canada's only reindeer herd–plays a vital role in Arctic agriculture, contributing to local food systems, community resilience, and the preservation of traditional livelihoods. Working together with Indigenous partners, the Government of Canada is supporting strategic opportunities that will leverage the herd to advance food sovereignty, economic resilience, and cultural revitalization across the Inuvialuit Settlement Region.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada2026-08-27T11:13:26-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/agriculture-agri-food/news/2026/08/helping-alberta-farmers-facing-extreme-moisture.html

The Alberta and Canada governments made strategic changes to AgriStability to help agricultural producers manage business risks from wet conditions this season.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada2026-08-26T13:14:44-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/agriculture-agri-food/news/2026/08/minister-macdonald-concludes-successful-visit-to-the-iowa-state-fair.html

This past weekend, the Honourable Heath MacDonald, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food joined His Excellency Mark Wiseman, Canada's Ambassador to the United States to attend the Iowa State Fair and meet with government officials and agriculture leaders.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada2026-08-17T13:36:06-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/agriculture-agri-food/news/2026/07/ministers-statement-food-day-canada-2026.html

“Today marks the 23rd anniversary of Food Day Canada. This celebration was launched in 2003 by University of Guelph Food Laureate and Member of the Order of Canada, the late Anita Stewart. Food Day Canada is a time to celebrate the hardworking people who produce the food we all enjoy.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada2026-08-01T09:00:08-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/agriculture-agri-food/news/2026/07/communities-included-in-agristability-late-application-filing-penalty-waiver.html

The governments of Canada and Manitoba are providing targeted AgriStability enhancements for producers impacted by flooding in June and July 2026.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada2026-07-23T16:05:56-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/agriculture-agri-food/news/2026/07/governments-of-canada-and-manitoba-provide-flood-recovery-support-for-producers-through-agristability.html

The governments of Canada and Manitoba are providing targeted enhancements to AgriStability to support producers impacted by significant flooding in June and July, helping affected farmers access timely support to manage recovery and maintain their operations.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada2026-07-23T16:05:46-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/agriculture-agri-food/news/2026/07/minister-macdonald-concludes-annual-federal-provincial-and-territorial-meeting-with-ministers-of-agriculture.html

Today, the Honourable Heath MacDonald, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, the Honourable Greg Morrow, Nova Scotia Minister of Agriculture, and provincial and territorial agriculture Minister colleagues concluded their annual conference in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada2026-07-17T16:19:41-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/agriculture-agri-food/news/2026/07/federal-provincial-and-territorial-ministers-of-agriculture-advance-a-shared-vision-for-the-next-policy-framework.html

Federal, provincial and territorial (FPT) Ministers of Agriculture concluded their annual conference today in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Their shared commitment to building a competitive, innovative and resilient agriculture and agri-food sector was reaffirmed, while also recognizing the importance of taking a collaborative approach in supporting all producers and processors from coast-to-coast-to-coast.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada2026-07-17T12:23:42-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/agriculture-agri-food/news/2026/07/backgrounder-summary-of-items-from-the-2026-annual-meeting-of-federal-provincial-and-territorial-fpt-ministers-of-agriculture.html

Summary of items from the 2026 Annual Meeting of Federal, Provincial and Territorial (FPT) Ministers of Agriculture

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada2026-07-17T12:21:56-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/agriculture-agri-food/news/2026/07/government-of-canada-and-the-province-of-saskatchewan-collaborate-on-indian-head-and-scott-research-farms.html

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) and the Province of Saskatchewan are exploring potential approaches to support continuity of agriculture activities at the Indian Head and Scott Research Farms during their planned disposal. The announcement was made today by the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, the Honourable Heath MacDonald, jointly with the Honourable David Marit, Saskatchewan Minister of Agriculture.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada2026-07-16T20:25:47-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/agriculture-agri-food/news/2026/07/minister-macdonald-minister-morrow-and-other-provincial-and-territorial-ministers-of-agriculture-to-address-media-following-the-annual-conference-o.html

The Honourable Heath MacDonald, federal Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, and the Honourable Greg Morrow, Nova Scotia Minister of Agriculture, will be joined by other provincial and territorial ministers of agriculture, while they address the media following the Annual Conference of Federal, Provincial and Territorial Ministers of Agriculture.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada2026-07-16T09:08:48-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/agriculture-agri-food/news/2026/07/minister-macdonald-concludes-successful-outreach-to-alberta-during-the-calgary-stampede.html

Last week, the Honourable Heath MacDonald, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, wrapped up a successful outreach to Alberta during the Calgary Stampede.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada2026-07-13T14:00:13-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/agriculture-agri-food/news/2026/07/minister-macdonald-to-visit-halifax-nova-scotia-to-participate-in-the-annual-conference-of-federal-provincial-and-territorial-ministers-of-agriculture.html

The Honourable Heath MacDonald, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, will be in Halifax, Nova Scotia, for the Annual Conference of Federal, Provincial and Territorial Ministers of Agriculture. He will co-host the event alongside the Honourable Greg Morrow, Nova Scotia Minister of Agriculture.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada2026-07-13T10:41:16-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/agriculture-agri-food/news/2026/07/government-of-canada-invests-in-artificial-intelligence-and-remote-sensing-for-climate-smart-agriculture.html

Canadian farmers need innovative solutions to stay competitive, boost productivity, and address the challenges of climate change.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada2026-07-09T14:03:33-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/agriculture-agri-food/news/2026/07/government-of-canada-makes-investment-under-the-agrimarketing-program-to-help-grow-the-canadian-beef-sector.html

Today, the Honourable Heath MacDonald, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, announced an investment of over $4 million for two beef and cattle organizations through the AgriMarketing Program, an initiative under the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP).

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada2026-07-08T16:19:08-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/agriculture-agri-food/news/2026/07/minister-of-agriculture-and-agri-food-announcing-investment-to-boost-beef-exports.html

The Honourable Heath MacDonald, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, will announce a significant investment in Canada’s beef industry, helping to boost export opportunities, increase competitiveness and ensure Canadian beef continues to be renowned and even more highly sought across the globe.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada2026-07-07T13:28:11-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/agriculture-agri-food/news/2026/07/minister-of-agriculture-and-agri-food-outreach-to-alberta-during-the-calgary-stampede.html

The Honourable Heath MacDonald, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, will travel to Alberta from July 5th to 9th to visit producers and their operations, tour key agricultural processing sites, consult with stakeholders, and meet with government and industry leaders.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada2026-07-03T12:43:32-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/agriculture-agri-food/news/2026/07/minister-macdonald-to-visit-kelowna.html

The Honourable Heath MacDonald, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, will be in Kelowna, British Columbia, where he will meet with key stakeholders from the agriculture and agri-food sector. Minister MacDonald and the Honourable Stephen Fuhr, Secretary of State (Defence Procurement) and Member of Parliament for Kelowna, will be touring Days Century Growers highlighting the National Food Security Strategy and will be taking questions following the visit.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada2026-07-02T15:20:27-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/agriculture-agri-food/news/2026/06/government-of-canada-invests-in-new-antimicrobial-technologies-to-advance-poultry-health-in-canada.html

Supporting innovation in animal health is central to Canada’s efforts to ensure the long-term sustainability and resiliency of our food system. Research into alternatives to antibiotics helps the poultry sector adapt to evolving challenges, promote food safety, and strengthen consumer confidence.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada2026-06-22T15:32:30-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/agriculture-agri-food/news/2026/06/serving-up-fresh-value-added-investment-in-alberta.html

Federal and provincial funding is helping to attract major economic investment, create jobs and boost growth in the value-added agri-food sector.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada2026-06-22T13:31:51-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/agriculture-agri-food/news/2026/06/minister-macdonald-announces-launch-of-new-local-food-infrastructure-fund-community-support-stream-to-improve-food-security-in-canada.html

Food security means having reliable access to safe, nutritious and affordable food. That is why in line with the newly announced National Food Security Strategy, the Government of Canada is taking immediate action to ensure Canadians, particularly the most vulnerable, feel confident in knowing their next meal remains easily accessible.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada2026-06-19T09:53:29-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/agriculture-agri-food/news/2026/06/minister-macdonald-will-announce-support-for-local-food-infrastructure-to-strengthen-food-security-in-canada.html

The Honourable Heath MacDonald, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, will announce a new program under the Local Food Infrastructure Fund to support food security in Canada.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada2026-06-18T10:34:53-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/agriculture-agri-food/news/2026/06/agrirecovery-initiative-to-support-farms-affected-by-drought.html

The federal and provincial governments are together committing up to $25 million to help Nova Scotia livestock and wild blueberry producers recover from the impacts of the severe drought last year.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada2026-06-18T09:17:38-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/agriculture-agri-food/news/2026/06/canada-and-ontario-investing-12-million-to-protect-farmers-and-strengthen-the-agri-food-sector.html

The governments of Canada and Ontario are investing an additional $12 million through the Agricultural Stewardship Initiative to help farmers adopt practical improvements that increase efficiency, reduce costs and build long-term resilience. This initiative delivers on the government’s plan to protect Ontario’s farmers and agri-food sector by making strategic investments in cutting-edge solutions needed to support modern farming and help the sector remain resilient and competitive in the global marketplace.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada2026-06-12T13:26:52-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/agriculture-agri-food/news/2026/06/government-of-canada-officials-to-hold-a-media-technical-briefing-on-strengthening-canadas-domestic-food-system.html

Officials from the Government of Canada, representing several departments, will hold a technical briefing for members of the media to provide information and answer questions related to food security in Canada.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada2026-06-10T20:37:34-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/agriculture-agri-food/news/2026/06/minister-macdonald-concludes-g7-agriculture-ministers-meeting.html

The Honourable Heath MacDonald, Canada’s Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, concluded a productive meeting with his Group of Seven (G7) counterparts today, where he promoted Canada, its agriculture and agri-food sector, the efficient use of fertilizer, open agri-food trade, and Canada’s interests abroad, while underscoring ongoing efforts to actively monitor emerging risks.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada2026-06-08T19:03:47-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/agriculture-agri-food/news/2026/06/minister-macdonald-announces-the-reappointment-of-benoit-basillais-as-chief-executive-officer-of-the-canadian-dairy-commission.html

The Honourable Heath MacDonald, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, announced the reappointment of Benoit Basillais, as Chief Executive Officer of the Canadian Dairy Commission, for an additional three-year term, effective July 4, 2026.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada2026-06-01T15:56:05-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/agriculture-agri-food/news/2026/05/minister-macdonald-launches-fourth-intake-of-members-for-the-canadian-agricultural-youth-council.html

Building on the success of the first three cohorts of the Canadian Agricultural Youth Council, the Honourable Heath MacDonald, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, has launched the application period for the fourth cohort.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada2026-05-25T10:23:33-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/agriculture-agri-food/news/2026/05/minister-macdonald-to-travel-to-british-columbia.html

The Honourable Heath MacDonald, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, will travel to British Columbia, where he will meet and consult with key stakeholders from the agriculture and agri-food industry.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada2026-05-20T13:28:39-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/agriculture-agri-food/news/2026/05/minister-of-agriculture-and-agri-food-departs-for-outreach-to-saskatchewan.html

The Honourable Heath MacDonald, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, will travel to Saskatchewan on May 19 and 20 to visit key agricultural research and processing sites, consult with stakeholders, and meet with government and industry leaders.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada2026-05-15T13:43:08-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/agriculture-agri-food/news/2026/05/canada-and-ontario-investing-nearly-1-million-to-protect-farmers-and-food-processors.html

Provincial and federal funding will help Ontario's agri-food sector access modern farming solutions to stay competitive and resilient in the global market.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada2026-05-14T13:47:15-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/agriculture-agri-food/news/2026/05/agriculture-student-scholarship-recipients-announced-in-saskatchewan.html

Today, four Saskatchewan students were awarded Agriculture Student Scholarships, recognizing their leadership potential, innovative thinking and commitment to the future of Saskatchewan agriculture.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada2026-05-12T14:41:10-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/agriculture-agri-food/news/2026/05/government-of-canada-invests-30-million-in-six-not-for-profit-organizations-to-help-accelerate-clean-technology-innovation-across-canadian-agriculture.html

Canadian agri-businesses are leading the way in creating new solutions to reduce emissions and make agriculture more resilient.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada2026-05-08T10:30:43-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/agriculture-agri-food/news/2026/05/government-of-canada-to-announce-federal-support-to-accelerate-clean-technology-innovation-in-canadian-agriculture.html

Member of Parliament for University—Rosedale, Danielle Martin, on behalf of the Honourable Heath MacDonald, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, will announce federal investments to accelerate clean technology innovation across Canada’s agricultural sector.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada2026-05-08T08:43:23-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/agriculture-agri-food/news/2026/05/minister-macdonald-announces-the-reappointment-of-brian-douglas-as-chairperson-of-the-farm-products-council-of-canada.html

Today, the Honourable Heath MacDonald, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, announced the reappointment of Brian Douglas, as Chairperson of the Farm Products Council of Canada (FPCC), effective June 11, 2026, until October 2, 2027.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada2026-05-04T15:51:46-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/agriculture-agri-food/news/2026/04/removal-of-non-tariff-trade-barrier-for-flaxseed-to-the-eu-reflects-confidence-in-canadas-agricultural-exports.html

Canada is one of the world's largest producers and global exporters of flaxseed.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada2026-04-24T11:09:03-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/agriculture-agri-food/news/2026/02/database-list-of-local-food-infrastructure-fund-projects-large-scale-projects-intake.html

On March X, 2026, the Government of Canada announced X projects under the Large Scale Projects intake of the Local Food Infrastructure Fund (LFIF), valued at a total of $X.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada2026-04-13T10:27:22-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/agriculture-agri-food/news/2026/04/government-of-canada-invests-in-low-carbon-agrichemicals-to-advance-sustainability-in-agriculture.html

Canada's agricultural sector is at the forefront of building a greener future and ensuring Canadians have access to sustainable, homegrown solutions.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada2026-04-07T13:45:11-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/agriculture-agri-food/news/2026/04/governments-of-canada-and-saskatchewan-announce-next-gen-agriculture-mentorship-program-cohort-seven.html

The Saskatchewan Next Gen Agriculture Mentorship Program announced the mentor-mentee pairings for cohort seven in Regina today.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada2026-04-07T13:36:12-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/agriculture-agri-food/news/2026/04/parliamentary-secretary-chatel-to-highlight-local-business-support-measures-protecting-canadian-brewers-distilleries-and-wine-makers-in-chelsea.html

Sophie Chatel, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, on behalf of the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Finance and National Revenue, will outline the Government of Canada’s latest suite of measures to better support local businesses and protect jobs. These measures are designed to lower taxes to help producers and everyday Canadians pay less on their tabs – particularly as Canada enters an exciting sporting and tourism season.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada2026-04-01T16:54:26-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/agriculture-agri-food/news/2026/04/minister-macdonald-announces-interest-free-limit-under-the-advance-payments-program-will-be-set-at-250000-for-2026-for-all-non-canola-advances.html

Today, the Honourable Heath MacDonald, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, announced that the Government of Canada will set the interest-free limit of the Advance Payments Program at $250,000 for the 2026 program year, for all non-canola advances. This is the portion of advances on which the Government of Canada pays the interest on behalf of producers.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada2026-04-01T14:12:25-04:00