Canada AgTech Companies: Leading Innovation in Agricultural Technology

The Growth of AgTech in Canada

Canada’s AgTech sector is experiencing rapid growth and innovation, positioning the country as a leader in agricultural technology. With $4.1 billion CAD invested between 2014 and 2024, the sector has seen an 8.4% compound annual growth rate (CAGR)—outpacing the global average. This momentum is driven by both public and private investments, with government grants funding nearly 30% of all foodtech investment rounds. As Canada strengthens its agricultural innovation ecosystem, key areas such as plant-based food technology, biotech food processing, and food waste reduction are leading the way.

Despite challenges like limited late-stage funding, labor shortages, and supply chain complexities, Canada’s precision agriculture market is expanding at a 12% annual growth rate, driven by AI, IoT, and smart farming technologies. With strong government support and dedicated research initiatives, Canada is shaping the future of sustainable and technology-driven agriculture, both domestically and on the global stage.

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Recent AgTech Developments in Canada

Sollum Technologies Partners with Gourma to Enhance Herb Production with Dynamic LED Lighting

This case study explores how Canadian growers adopted Sollum’s dynamic LED lighting for improved radish & pink beefsteak tomato production.

Zone AgTech Collaborates with Bayer and Axceta to Launch Precision Agriculture Consortium

Bayer, Zone AgTech, and Axceta sign a memorandum of understanding to form a precision agriculture consortium in Quebec.

MustGrow Biologics Corp Expands Canadian Product Line with Three New Biological Solutions

MustGrow Biologics Corp has added three new biological products—EZ-Gro Max, EZ-Gro Cyto, and Rootella®—to its Canadian portfolio via its NexusBioAg division.

Nutrien Releases 2024 Sustainability Report, Highlighting Progress & Future Goals

Nutrien achieved a 15% reduction in GHG emissions intensity per tonne of product produced since 2018 according to its latest report.

CubicFarms Completes Commissioning of HydroGreen GLS 808 for Redmond Heritage Farms

CubicFarms has fully commissioned the HydroGreen GLS 808 machine at Redmond Heritage Farms in Utah, marking its 4th successful project.

NRGene Canada Develops Breakthrough Clubroot-Resistant Canola Trait

NRGene Canada has developed a clubroot-resistant trait for canola, offering durable protection against evolving pathotypes.

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