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Agriculture and Irrigation | Alberta.ca
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Minister
RJ Sigurdson
RJ Sigurdson was sworn in as Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation on June 9, 2023.
Learn more
Mandate letter
The Premier's mandate letter to the Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation outlines the objectives and priorities of the work they will focus on in their role.
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Our responsibilities
The Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation is responsible for:
policies, legislation, regulations and services necessary for Alberta’s agriculture and food sectors to grow, prosper and diversify
inspiring public confidence in the quality and safety of food
supporting environmentally sustainable resource management practices
In focus
Livestock mortality management
Livestock mortality management includes the rules, regulations and best practices around livestock carcass disposal.
Next agricultural policy framework announced
The Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership is a 5-year agreement by federal, provincial and territorial governments that will inject $500 million in new funds to strengthen and grow Canada's agriculture and agri-food sector.
Latest news
Apr 9, 2026
Strengthening Alberta’s ag trade ties in China
Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation RJ Sigurdson will travel to China to build stronger economic ties, diversify exports and drive long-term economic growth.
Mar 31, 2026
Strychnine Emergency Use Registration: Minister Sigurdson
Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation RJ Sigurdson issued the following statement on the federal decision on the use of strychnine for pest control:
Mar 30, 2026
Modernizing Alberta’s Animal Protection Act
Proposed amendments will make Alberta a leader in animal protection.
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Ministry information
Publications
Annual reports
Budget documents
Business plans
Order publications
Ministry publications
Resources
Alberta budget
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Featured services
Farming in dry conditions
Agriculture
Agriculture Job Connector
Alberta Climate Information Service (ACIS)
Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership in Alberta
Minister
RJ Sigurdson
RJ Sigurdson was sworn in as Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation on June 9, 2023.
Learn more
Mandate letter
The Premier's mandate letter to the Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation outlines the objectives and priorities of the work they will focus on in their role.
Read the mandate letter
See all mandate letters
Our responsibilities
The Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation is responsible for:
policies, legislation, regulations and services necessary for Alberta’s agriculture and food sectors to grow, prosper and diversify
inspiring public confidence in the quality and safety of food
supporting environmentally sustainable resource management practices
In focus
Livestock mortality management
Livestock mortality management includes the rules, regulations and best practices around livestock carcass disposal.
Next agricultural policy framework announced
The Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership is a 5-year agreement by federal, provincial and territorial governments that will inject $500 million in new funds to strengthen and grow Canada's agriculture and agri-food sector.
Latest news
Apr 9, 2026
Strengthening Alberta’s ag trade ties in China
Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation RJ Sigurdson will travel to China to build stronger economic ties, diversify exports and drive long-term economic growth.
Mar 31, 2026
Strychnine Emergency Use Registration: Minister Sigurdson
Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation RJ Sigurdson issued the following statement on the federal decision on the use of strychnine for pest control:
Mar 30, 2026
Modernizing Alberta’s Animal Protection Act
Proposed amendments will make Alberta a leader in animal protection.
See all news
Ministry information
Publications
Annual reports
Budget documents
Business plans
Order publications
Ministry publications
Resources
Alberta budget
310-FARM
Agri-News
Legislation
List of public agencies
Media inquiries
Personal information bank directories
Social media
YouTube