Agriculture & Food Industries | Strathcona County

Growing Greatness in Strathcona County

The region is globally recognized for innovative agribusinesses continually innovating and adopting new technologies.

Strathcona County’s superior soil quality, connectivity, infrastructure, and high quality of life make it ideal for agriculture and food production.

235,000 acres

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500+ farms

700 operators

A combine harvester and tractor collect grains at Allam Farms.

The Strathcona County Advantage

A recognized leader in diverse agri-food products
High-quality and reliable agricultural feedstock
Centrally located and accessible
Connected infrastructure and transportation network
Innovative agribusinesses using new technologies

Allam Farms Partnership has been farming in Strathcona County since 1949. As an agri-business, they have benefitted from local support, infrastructure, great growing season and soil, and the proximity/accessibility to amenities and land.

Strathcona County provides access to international markets, industrial land for processing, prime soil, significant livestock inventories, and a large labour pool. Additional opportunities can be found with pulse fractionation, biofuels, hemp processing, canola crushing, food and beverage processing, organic waste processing, animal feed and co-packing.

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