We are proudly
Canadian
Supporting Canadian Farms and Families
For over 40 years, we have been supporting both family farms and large-scale agriculture operations in Canada. Our aim is to build a sustainable agricultural community for generations to come.
Located in the fertile landscape of Southwestern Ontario, we are close to major economic, agricultural, and industrial centers in both Canada and the US.
A Future-Focused Company
Throughout all of our activities, we take care to understand the people, the land, and the future to ensure our processes and technology is sustainable and environmentally responsible.
Our History
For over 40 years, Canadian Agra has been solving diverse agricultural problems that have provided us the experience and know-how to bring new initiatives to life.
Farmland Sale and Leaseback
Farmland Sale and Leaseback
Canadian Agra’s story began just before the high interest rates hit the Canadian farming community. This presented a unique opportunity to provide Canadian farmers with a sophisticated Sale and Leaseback program. This program was designed to offer farmers peace of mind and financial stability, giving them more options for the future of their farm operation.
Land Assembly for Absentee Owners
Land Assembly for Absentee Owners
Canadian Agra coordinates the assembly of farmland parcels for large scale commercial agricultural operations. Clients for this type of investment are mainly foreign investors and hold substantial long-term investment plans for prime Canadian farmland.
CA Farm Property Management
CA Farm Property Management
Canadian Agra established a program to assist absentee landowners with their farm operations. This program provides tailored farm management services and has grown to manage some of the most fertile land in Canada.
Farming Division
Farming Division
The Direct Farming Division was established to promote sustainable farming practices, and oversees 15,000 acres of prime farmland. It was designed to support the industrial park development and provide raw materials for processing.
Bruce Energy Centre
Bruce Energy Centre
As part of Canadian Agra’s first large-scale land development project, the Bruce Energy Centre made up of 400 acres of industrial zoned land, was acquired near Kincardine. With its unique position directly adjacent to the Bruce Power Plant, this complex is home to multiple companies in a variety of industries.
St. Lawrence Technology
Ste. Lawrence Technology
Ste. Lawrence Technology relocated from Mississauga to become part of the industrial park development in the Bruce Energy Centre, creating a state-of-the-art research and development centre. The centre assisted with technology, licensing, analytical counselling, contract research and development for the agri-processing sector, both domestic and abroad.
Airport Office Complex
Airport Office Complex
Designed for easy access for visitors and investors, the Airport Office Complex was constructed directly adjacent to the Kincardine Town and Township airport. As the administration and marketing centre for the Bruce Energy Centre, this office complex enabled overseas visitors to fly into Kincardine for business meetings for the utmost convenience.
Grand Bend Vegetable Project
Grand Bend Vegetable Project
Situated in the fertile area of Southern Ontario, Grand Bend has the unique advantage of excellent growing conditions that allow for the production of a wide array of vegetables. In a special project with the University of Michigan, a sub-irrigation and tiling system was created using a computerized system to control water levels.
Canadian Soil & Climate Protection Corp.
Canadian Soil & Climate Protection Corp.
The Canadian Soil & Climate Protection Corp. was first established to reduce soil runoff into the Great Lakes Territory. The goal of this division was to provide environmental assistance, training, and site assessments to ensure the protection of soil and climate for the future of Canadian farmland.
Alfalfa Dehy & Cubing Plant
Alfalfa Dehy & Cubing Plant
To diversify into value-add processing plants, Canadian Agra built the alfalfa dehydration plant. The plant was designed to use repurposed steam from the Bruce Power Plant, an environmentally friendly and previously unused by-product. It can produce 90,000 MT/year of dehydrated alfalfa, a prime source of essential animal nutrients.
Bruce Foods
Bruce Foods
Originally built for tomato paste production, the Bruce Foods facility was expanded to then process fruits and vegetables into juice and concentrates. This expansion was responsible for displacing concentrate imports and was the only concentrator in Ontario.
Agricultural Training Centre
Agricultural Training Centre
Canadian Agra is committed to the future of sustainable farming and established a partnership program with agricultural education institutions in Eastern Europe. The farm manager exchange program would select graduates to receive theoretical and practical training in western production technologies at the training centre located in the heart of Canadian farmland.
Bio-Cube
Bio-Cube
Bio-Cube established the infrastructure for the sale and distribution of the alfalfa cubes produced by the Alfalfa Dehy & Cubing Plant.
Bruce Windmill Project
Bruce Windmill Project
True to Canadian Agra’s focus on renewable resources, the wind farming project was established to become the first wind turbine in Ontario. In a joint venture with Ontario Hydro and the Canadian Research Council, this project was developed to operate in a symbiotic relationship with farming and provide extra income for farmers.
Pelee Vineyards
Pelee Vineyards
Pelee Island is the most southerly point in Canada which makes its micro-climate ideal for vine growing. Canadian Agra saw this as an opportunity to develop the area into the “Napa Valley of the North”, complete with quality grapes, viticulture consultants, and the latest technology for crop management software.
Ste. Agathe Oil Seed Processing Plant
Ste. Agathe Oil Seed Processing Plant
The largest facility of its kind in North America, the Ste. Agathe Oil Seed extraction plant was designed to extract canola oil through a fully automated, chemical-free extraction process.
Cuban Agra Development Corp.
Cuban Agra Development Corp.
Cuba is a nation that is highly dependent on food imports, currently nearly 80% of food consumed is imported. Canadian Agra founded a non-profit to help Cuba become independent from their unsustainable food imports. The organization’s efforts are focused on implementing a Family Farm system that includes infrastructure, training, and product certifications.
MAAAX Farmland Brokers
MAAAX Farmland Brokers
Canadian Agra established a brokerage to support its farmland management and land assembly divisions by facilitating the sale and lease of farmland and industrial properties.
MAAAX Ontario Equine Inc.
MAAAX Ontario Equine Inc.
Canadian Agra developed and produced the first LONGfibe® alfalfa forage cubes for the equine market. These cubes can be used as a full hay replacement that provides year-long consistent quality nutrition for horses. The forage cubes are a convenient way to increase chewing, give horses more digestible energy, and produce virtually no waste.
HWS/ The Electrolyser Corporation
HWS/ The Electrolyser Corporation
HWS was founded to develop and promote innovative renewable energy systems. As part of this mandate, HWS became a major investor in The Electrolyser Corporation, a leader in the development and distribution of electrolyzer systems for the production of clean hydrogen.
Precision Farming
Precision Farming
As part of Canadian Agra’s commitment towards sustainability, a Precision Farming division will be dedicated to developing and implementing new technologies to utilize land and inputs more effectively and efficiently.