Minister MacDonald to announce Government of Canada’s collaboration in developing the National Agricultural Soil Health Strategy

March 25, 2026 - Ottawa, Ontario – Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada

The Honourable Heath MacDonald, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, and the Honourable Robert Black, Senator for Ontario, will make an important announcement regarding the development of a National Agricultural Soil Health Strategy, reaffirming the Government of Canada’s commitment to sustainable agriculture, enhanced agricultural productivity, and long-term soil resilience.

The announcement will highlight the collaboration between Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) and the Soil Conservation Council of Canada (SCCC) in developing the Strategy in collaboration with partners across Canada’s agricultural sector. It will also recognize the significant contributions of the Senate, highlighting the leadership of Senator Black, and underscoring AAFC’s intention to continue working closely with the SCCC.

Date
Thursday, March 26, 2026 

Time 
9:30 a.m. (ET)

Location
Press Gallery
Room 135-B, West Block,
111 Wellington Street,
Ottawa, Ontario

Notes for media
Participation in the question and answer portion of this event is in person or via Zoom, and is for accredited members of the Press Gallery only. Media who are not members of the Press Gallery may contact pressres2@parl.gc.ca for temporary access.