THE REAL DIRT ON FARMING
Your Guide to Food & Farming in Canada
Our food has a story and it starts with Canadian farms.
We’ve heard from Canadians across the country that they want to know more about food production. We have also heard what’s important to you when it comes to the food you eat: topics like food safety, the environment, and the humane treatment of farm animals.
Food is connected to many of the big issues facing our society, from the cost of living and energy, to climate change, and health care. The Real Dirt on Farming is tackling those issues head-on to answer your questions, and to show you what we are doing to feed you safely, nutritiously, and sustainably.
Canadian farming has an impressive story to tell, and we’re pleased that you’re interested to hear it.
Sincerely, Canada’s Farmers and Food Producers
EXPLORE OUR CURRENT ISSUE
Who is growing our food?
The Essential Work of Farming
Farming and other careers in agriculture
Canadian Farms And Farmers - Who Is Growing Our Food
Farming across Canada
Canada’s international farm workforce
The bottom line: feeding Canadians sustainably
Indigenous Agriculture
Canadian Farms & Farmers
Sustainable farming starts with soil
Growing crops without working the land = win-win
Sustainable Farming, Climate Change, and Innovation
A living ground cover
Manure, phosphorus, and water
Lets talk about emissions
Common question: what about pollinator health?
Livestock are part of the climate change solution
How cattle are saving our native grasslands
Food Waste
Sustainable Farming, Climate Change, and Innovation
FOOD COST, AVAILABILITY, AND EATING LOCAL
The Cost of Producing Food
The Cost of Producing Food
The drivers of food inflation
Food insecurity and growing food in Canada's north
The vital role of food banks
Food choices, labelling, and eating local
Healthy Eating
Local food, imports, and food miles