UFA aims to enhance competition and provide better value to farmers with AgraCity acquisition.
UFA Co-operative Ltd. has completed the acquisition of key assets from AgraCity Crop & Nutrition Ltd., significantly strengthening its position in crop protection and fertilizer supply.
This strategic investment marks one of the largest moves in the organization’s history. The acquisition was completed through a court-supervised process. With this aqusition now complete, the co-operative aims to enhance competition and provide better value to farmers.
The acquired assets include a strong portfolio of generic crop protection products. These products offer proven and cost-effective alternatives, helping farmers manage costs while maintaining productivity. In addition, a packaging and labelling facility in Saskatoon has been added, allowing faster processing and better supply control.
“This acquisition meaningfully changes our ability to compete in crop inputs. It gives UFA greater control over supply, expands our product portfolio and strengthens our ability to offer growers high‑quality, cost‑competitive options in a very challenging market,” said Fred Thun, President and CEO, UFA Co-operative.
The deal also includes a distribution fleet, which will improve the movement of products across farming regions. This will help ensure timely delivery, especially during peak seasons. Another key addition is a fertilizer blending facility in Belle Plaine, which will increase supply capacity and flexibility for producers.
Leaders highlighted that this investment improves control over supply chains and expands product offerings. It also allows the organization to offer high-quality and affordable solutions in a challenging market environment.
UFA says strong financial performance has supported this move, enabling long-term investments that benefit members directly.
UFA says the co-operative model plays an important role in this development. Since it is owned by producers, the focus remains on long-term growth, increased competition, and returning value to members and rural communities. This is especially important at a time when farmers are facing rising costs and tight margins.
“This is a long‑term play,” Thun added. “By integrating these assets carefully, we’re building a stronger, more competitive platform that gives producers more choice, not just this season, but for the future.”