Animal Production
Livestock farmers provide the largest share of Canada's agricultural production. As well as providing traditional varieties of red meat, poultry and eggs, and dairy, producers are expanding into new markets for organic and specialty foods, at home and abroad. Find out more about the three main areas of animal production: red meat, poultry and eggs, and dairy.
Canada's red meat and meat products industry, the largest sector of the Canadian food manufacturing industry, is dominated by beef, pork, and lamb. It is one of the most valuable manufacturing industries overall.
Canada's dairy sector plays an important role in the Canadian agriculture and agri-food economy. Dairy production generates