Some of that reflection has been prompted by the renewed trade tensions between Canada and the United States. For most of my life, it has been easy to take for granted that goods will move relatively freely across our border, that supply chains will remain dependable, and that the relationships we rely on today will look much the same tomorrow. However, recent events have been a reminder that this is not guaranteed.
That does not mean Canada should turn inward. Agriculture is deeply connected to international trade, and Canadian farmers help feed people around the world. In 2024, Canada exported approximately $100 billion in agriculture and food products to over 200 countries [1]. The United States alone accounted for nearly 62% of our agri-food and seafood exports and more than half of our imports [2].
But a changing geopolitical landscape should make us think carefully about the things a country needs to remain strong and resilient. Here’s something so fundamental that it can be easy to take for granted, even as we lose it at an unsustainable rate: the land capable of feeding our population.
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