Standing Up For Alberta Pork Producers

Top Five Priorities

Over the past few months, Alberta Pork has written to 34 Alberta Members of Parliament and 91 Members of the Legislative Assembly to inform them of the hard work our producers do in feeding our province and the world. In doing so, the Alberta’s pork industry supports over 13,000 jobs and contributes more than $1.6 billion to the provincial economy each year. Our pork industry is a major globally exporter and is a vital part of Canada’s agri-food trade and Alberta’s economic success story.

We have also shared the following five key areas that are top-of-mind for our industry—and where their support can make a meaningful difference. Our board will be meeting with their local MPs and MLAs over the summer to discuss these issues on behalf of Alberta pork producers.

1. Trade and Market Access

Alberta’s pork sector relies on strong global market access. With the upcoming Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) review and ongoing tariff uncertainties, we urge proactive efforts to take necessary actions to address emerging trade barriers and maintain competitive access to international markets.

2. Business Risk Management

Whether it’s climate change, trade challenges, or supply chain disruptions, the risks facing our members continue to grow. Working with us to enhance current Business Risk Management (BRM) programs—such as the Livestock Price Insurance Program (LPIP) and AgriStability—will help producers navigate these uncertainties and strengthen the industry’s long-term viability.