Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada's Research results

Agricultural research conducted at AAFC started on June 2, 1886 and has significantly contributed to the success of Canadian agriculture, the health and well-being of Canadians and the strength of our economy.

In a corn field, a female scientist uses an electronic tool to collect data.

Data collecting
Over the years, some of the original farms (Agassiz, British Columbia; Indian Head, Saskatchewan; Brandon, Manitoba; Ottawa, Ontario and Nappan, Nova Scotia) have expanded to become full research centres, and new centres, farms and stations have opened to support the diverse growing regions in Canada.

Today, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada has 19 research centres across the country, with over 400 researchers working with farmers and the agricultural sector.

Their work has and will continue to provide an invaluable contribution to a more environmentally sustainable agriculture sector in Canada, and to the production of safe, high-quality, healthier food for Canadians and the world.

Learn more about our achievements by clicking on How our Research Benefits Canadians, What we do for Farmers, How we help support Business People and Discover our Scientists.