Agri-tech
Growing
the future
Canadian and global agri-tech companies are reshaping the agricultural value chain – from farm gates to consumers’ plates. As global demand for food security grows, agricultural technologies are increasing yields and improving processes.
Canada’s ag-tech advantage is built on the world’s most educated workforce, offering deep expertise in science, technology, engineering and math. Strategic partnerships with leading research centres, universities and innovation networks are driving the development of cutting-edge technologies such as autonomous tractors, AI-powered distribution systems and climate-smart farming solutions.
For global companies with bold ambitions, it all adds up to a smart, stable and scalable agri-tech destination. Government support through programs, tax credits and incentives can reduce risk and maximize return on investment.
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Canadian leadership in agri-tech
Growing possibilities with precision agriculture
Precision agriculture uses technology and data to make farming more efficient and sustainable. Canada has the solutions and tech expertise to meet global demand for precision farming tools.
Companies in Canada are developing GPS, drone and sensor technologies to help farmers collect and analyze data about fields, soil, weather and crops – and make better decisions. They’re advancing satellite solutions to track crop growth and identify problem areas. Data analytics and AI are helping farmers know when to plant, irrigate, fertilize and harvest.
Toronto’s Elevate designs and builds large-scale vertical farms that use significantly less water and labour. Calgary’s Verge Agriculture develops field mapping software to guide equipment paths based on the characteristics of each field.
Global companies such as John Deere and Nutrien already have in place advanced technologies to automate planting and harvesting.
It all adds up to a more efficient, sustainable and profitable industry and agri-food value chain.
Canada investment highlight
K+S Investment Highlight
As the world demands better integration of agri-tech solutions, the K+S Potash Canada Bethune Mine in Saskatchewan helps play a pivotal role by ensuring a stable supply of potash; a critical component of fertilizers. Through innovative solution mining technology, the mine extracts potash efficiently and sustainably, supporting global food security and enabling farmers to optimize crop yields with data-driven nutrient management.
In 2025, the Germany-based company announced it was investing up to $3 billion to expand its Bethune mine, a strategic move that reflects Canada’s growing global advantage in critical minerals. Its expansion, powered partly by clean energy and Indigenous partnerships, reflects how resource development and agricultural technology intersect to create resilient, tech-enabled food systems. By doubling production to 4 million tonnes annually, Bethune strengthens Canada’s position as a leader in sustainable fertilizer solutions, which are essential for smart farming and agri-tech innovation worldwide.
Partnerships and programs to support your success
Canada’s agri-tech industry is rich with R&D collaborations to support technological advances in the agriculture and food sector. Global companies with bold ambitions can benefit from the expertise of research centres, innovation networks and public-private partnerships, including:
Canadian Agri-food Automation and Intelligence Network (CAAIN): Supports R&D projects and collaboration in the areas of automation and robotics, data-driven decision-making and more.
Canadian Food Innovation Network: Provides funding and programs to help food innovators turn agri-tech ideas into real-world solutions.
CANZA: Funds projects that advance sustainable food production.
Agri-tech research centres: Advance agri-tech innovations by collaborating with industry. The University of Saskatchewan and Simon Fraser University are among Canada’s leading ag-tech research centres.
Agriculture funding programs: Offer funding to support R&D, innovation and commercialization across the agri-food sector.
Why choose Canada
lowest overall tax rate on new business investment in the G7
Strategic links to North American and international supply chains
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