Minister MacDonald to announce Government of Canada’s collaboration in developing the National Agricultural Soil Health Strategy

Ottawa, Ontario – Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada

The Honourable Heath MacDonald, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, and the Honourable Robert Black, Senator for Ontario, will make an important announcement regarding the development of a National Agricultural Soil Health Strategy, reaffirming the Government of Canada’s commitment to sustainable agriculture, enhanced agricultural productivity, and long-term soil resilience.

The announcement will highlight the collaboration between Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) and the Soil Conservation Council of Canada (SCCC) in developing the Strategy in collaboration with partners across Canada’s agricultural sector. It will also recognize the significant contributions of the Senate, highlighting the leadership of Senator Black, and underscoring AAFC’s intention to continue working closely with the SCCC.