More than 270 producers, industry leaders, innovators, researchers, and investors gathered in Winnipeg on November 5, 2026 for EMILI’s seventh annual conference.
Marking 10 years of agriculture innovation at EMILI, this year’s conference brought together voices from across Canada’s agriculture and agtech ecosystem to explore the ideas, technologies, and partnerships shaping the sector’s future.
Through a full day of conversations spanning on-farm trials, investment, manufacturing, global competitiveness, and the evolving agri-food value chain, attendees heard from 31 speakers on the opportunities and challenges facing Canadian agriculture.
From practical insights shared by farmers to discussions on scaling businesses and strengthening Canada’s position in global markets, Agriculture Enlightened 2026 highlighted the people and ideas helping move agriculture innovation forward.
The day included a much anticipated and very timely discussion on Canada’s competitive position and the opportunities ahead for its agriculture sector. Gary Doer, former Canadian Ambassador to the United States and former Premier of Manitoba, joined Bram Strain, President and CEO of the Business Council of Manitoba, to share perspectives shaped by their experience in politics, international diplomacy, and business leadership.
The conversation highlighted agriculture’s importance to Canada’s economy and the role of strong communities, industry, and international relationships in supporting its future.
“Agriculture remains one of the top economic engines in Canada… It starts with the communities where farmers are producing the food,” said Doer.
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