Canada's hard-working farmers and food processors are the backbone of the economy and continue to see a growing global demand for their world-class products. Federal, provincial and territorial governments are working together to give farmers and food processors the support they need to meet these demands.

"The Canadian Agricultural Partnership will help the sector continue to innovate, grow and prosper here in Saskatchewan and across the country. The governments of Canada and Saskatchewan are committed to continue working together to expand business opportunities for our Canadian producers, ranchers and processors, and strengthening the middle class while helping the agricultural sector reach its full potential."
- Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food

“This joint investment supports sustainable growth and profitability for Saskatchewan's agriculture industry. The programs, services, and investments supported by the agreement are responsive to the needs of Saskatchewan's industry now and in the future."
- Lyle Stewart, Saskatchewan Minister of Agriculture

• The Saskatchewan cost-shared program suite will make investment in strategic initiatives to drive outcomes in six priority areas over the next five years:

  • Science, Research and Innovation: $191.5 million investment to build on Saskatchewan's competitive advantages by advancing science and research capacity. 
  • Environment and Climate Change: $70.5 million to support the long-term resiliency and sustainability of the sector.
  • Risk Management: $48 million to support the sustainability of the sector by anticipating, mitigating and responding to risks. 
  • Value-Added Agriculture: $30 million to support growth in the value-added and agri-food processing sector. 
  • Public Trust: $8.5 million to support public trust initiatives.
  • Trade and Market Development: $7.5 million to assist industry in expanding domestic and international trade opportunities. 
  • Additional investments of $32 million will be allocated to activities delivered by the federal government on behalf of the province. 

   

• The Canadian Agricultural Partnership is a five-year, $3 billion investment by federal, provincial and territorial governments to strengthen the agriculture and agri-food sector. The Partnership includes a complete and effective suite of business risk-management programs to help farmers manage risks that threaten the viability of their farm.

Associated links

• Canadian Agricultural Partnership
• Saskatchewan Agriculture

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