Alberta’s Canola Growers Approve Service Charge Increase

January 23, 2025 – Red Deer, AB – At the 35th Annual General Meeting, held on January 22, 2025, Alberta’s canola growers voted in favour of increasing the canola service to $1.75 per tonne. With Marketing Council approval, the increase, will come into effect on August 1, 2025.

“Raising the service charge is essential to safeguard the long-term sustainability of Alberta’s canola industry,” said Roger Chevraux, outgoing Board Chair of Alberta Canola. “This investment ensures we can continue to innovate, advocate for our growers, and meet the challenges ahead.”

This decision comes after several years of deficits and reduced reserve funds. The service charge has not increased since 2003, and inflation has significantly impacted purchasing power. With canola production stabilizing around 5.25 million tonnes, the increase will help maintain key services, secure funds for research, and strengthen partnerships with industry groups to fill gaps left by government funding cuts.

The increased service charge will help rebuild Alberta Canola’s reserves to withstand future threats, and ensure continued funding for essential research, grower extension, consumer engagement, and advocacy. This investment ensures Alberta Canola remains resilient and relevant to our canola growers.

For more information, please visit albertacanola.com.

Media contact:
Michelle Chunyua
Manager of Communications
Alberta Canola
michelle@albertacanola.com
(587) 525 – 5939