Agriculture & Agri-Food
Genome Alberta supports applied research and innovation to strengthen Alberta’s agriculture and agri-food sector.
We connect producers and industry partners with researchers, funding, expertise and opportunities to collaborate on practical solutions that improve crop and livestock performance, strengthen disease resilience, increase productivity and support more sustainable food production.
Our Impacts
Total Funding
Projects
Sector Partnerships
Projects & Initiatives
Agriculture & Agri-food
Exploring how grazing practices can enhance soil carbon sequestration, improve soil health, and reduce emissions in Alberta grassland ecosystems.
Agriculture & Agri-food
New genomic breeding tools for dairy producers and AI processes will be used on a selection index for resilience, including novel traits related to fertility, health and environmental efficiency
Agriculture & Agri-food
To enable antimicrobial stewardship in livestock management systems, genomics technologies will be developed and piloted to guide responsible antibiotic use for disease management.
Partner Engagement
Working with partners to unlock innovation.
Sector News
In the Media
Ag Canada | June 25, 2026
Pig Progress | November 14, 2025
Alberta Farmer Express | November 6, 2025
Farms.com | May 28, 2025
Canadian Cattlemen | April 14, 2025
Top Crop Manager | January 21, 2025
Farmtario | March 29, 2023
Collaborate With Us
Advance your genomics research with support from Genome Alberta. We help you access funding opportunities, build strategic collaborations, and translate your discoveries into real-world impact. Our team works with you from application development through to project delivery.
Benefits for Researchers in Working with Genome Alberta
- Robust proposal development support services to assist you in applying for federal funding competitions. We offer a unique and personalized service.
- We’ll assist you with strategic planning, drafting and preparing for oral presentations. We are here to help with an external review of your draft proposals.
- Together, we’ll have in-depth discussions to address areas of improvement and provide you with helpful guidance.
Looking to explore how genomics can support your innovation goals? Genome Alberta can help you assess opportunities, connect with leading researchers and technology platforms, and access funding that helps de-risk your R&D investments.
Benefits for Industry Partners Working with Genome Alberta
- We can connect you and facilitate collaborations with leading experts and the knowledge you need to find solutions.
- We’ll share information with you about the latest developments in genomics technology and explain how our technologies work.
- We can walk you through funding opportunities so you can leverage investments through regional partnerships and federal funding.
- We can provide you with guidance and network support to take your genomics-related discoveries to market.
Let’s Start a Conversation
We’re here to assist you in making connections and leveraging opportunities for funding and partnerships. Reach out to our team to get started.
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