Agriculture, Seafood & Food Processing
What makes British Columbia a natural hub for agriculture, seafood, and food processing?
- Natural Advantages: B.C.’s diverse landscape, extensive coastline, and mild climate foster thriving agriculture, seafood, food processing and beverage sectors.
- Industry Focus: Industry leaders capitalize on B.C.’s natural advantages through a commitment to sustainability, safety, quality and innovation.
- Global Reach: With unmatched diversity, B.C.’s agrifood sector delivers almost 500 agrifood and 168 seafood products worldwide.
A thriving landscape for economic opportunities
British Columbia (B.C.) is ripe with opportunity in agriculture, food and beverage with its varied terrain, long coastline and temperate climate. Industry leaders leverage B.C.’s natural advantages with a focus on sustainability, safety, quality and innovation.
We have one of the most diverse agriculture, seafood and food processing industries in Canada, exporting more than 500 agrifood products and 168 different seafood products.
Industry Highlights
Why B.C. Leads Canada’s Agrifood and Seafood Industry
Competitive Advantages of B.C.’s Agriculture, Seafood and Food Processing Sector
British Columbia’s geography and climate allow producers to cultivate a variety of agriculture and seafood products:
Varied agricultural production
B.C. farms grow high-quality products, including dairy, cattle, poultry, tree fruits, vegetables, berries, grapes, mushrooms, peppers, ornamental flowers, and shrubs.
Value from the sea
A booming seafood industry fuels steady growth and substantial trade and investment opportunities from the coastal waters and shores.
Commercial fisheries and aquaculture
B.C. is known worldwide for its salmon. Other seafood products include groundfish, shellfish, geoducks, and herring.
Beverages
B.C. has long been recognized for its award-winning wines. The province is also attracting international interest in kombucha, craft-brewed ciders, beers, and spirits.
Diverse food processing industry
A wide range of agricultural and seafood products support a varied food processing industry. While fish, dairy, poultry, meat, and beverages dominate production, value-added specialty food products are increasing. Consumer interest in safe, high-quality, and sustainably produced food drives growth and innovation in this industry.
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