Organic Agriculture in the Prairies Report (2015 Data)

Organic Agriculture in the Prairies Report (2015 Data)

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Since 2014, the Organic Agriculture in the Prairies report has been commissioned by the Prairie Organic Grain Initiative in response to the demand for organic specific data in the Prairies. This valuable data helps organic businesses take advantage of opportunities and prepare for future challenges, allows organic stakeholders to align programming with sector realities and supports policy asks that rely upon understanding the current trends in the organic sector.

This report is free and will be sent to you automatically upon ordering. 

Key findings of the 2015 analysis: 

  • There are more certified organic operations in the Prairies than ever before, with 1,499 operations across the Prairies.
  • Nearly 30% of Canadian certified organic operations and one-third of organic producers are in the Prairies.
  • The Prairies are home to half of Canada’s organic land, totaling to 1.4 million acres.
  • Cereals (35%), and Pasture & Forage crops (46%) are the largest segments of Prairie organic lands.
  • 94% of all organic pulse acreage in Canada is in the Prairies.
  • The number of organic processors has declined across Canada (-2.8%), including across the Prairie provinces.