Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0
Author-Name:Sabrina Gulab 
Author-Workplace-Name: University of Calgary
Author-Name: Guillaume Lhermie
Author-Workplace-Name: University of Calgary
Title: Enhancing Agricultural Research and Development for Sustainable Growth in Canada
Abstract: The Canadian agriculture and food sector is an essential contributor to the national economy,
providing food for domestic consumption and playing a pivotal role in global food security.
However, the sector is increasingly challenged by environmental pressures, including carbon
emissions, water scarcity and biodiversity loss. In response, Canada aims to promote eco-friendly
practices, increase food security, improve productivity and ensure the agriculture sector’s longterm viability and competitiveness. Despite substantial investments in agricultural research and
development (R&D), there remains a lack of comprehensive tracking and alignment between
public- and private-sector funding. This report provides a detailed analysis of R&D funding trends,
identifies key research priorities and makes recommendations to enhance Canada’s agricultural
R&D ecosystem for greater sustainability, productivity and competitiveness.
Journal: The School of Public Policy SPP Briefing Papers
Volume: 18
Issue: 04
Year: 2025
Month: February
File-URL: https://www.policyschool.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/JSC48-SustainableGrowth-Final.pdf
File-Format: Application/pdf
Handle: RePEc:clh:briefi:v:18:y:2025:i:04