Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) and the Province of Saskatchewan are exploring potential approaches to support continuity of agriculture activities at the Indian Head and Scott Research Farms during their planned disposal. The announcement was made today by the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, the Honourable Heath MacDonald, jointly with the Honourable David Marit, Saskatchewan Minister of Agriculture.
AAFC is strategically realigning its operations and activities to deliver science with the best potential to accelerate innovations.
Under the terms of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), the two levels of government will explore possible interim arrangements that allow the two research farms to remain productive assets for the agriculture sector. This supports the ongoing stewardship of the properties while the federal government advances the established disposal process in accordance with Treasury Board requirements.
AAFC will continue to invest in science and strengthen collaborations with industry, governments, academia, and other key stakeholders in Canada and internationally. These efforts advance shared science priorities through activities at its centres and through regional and national initiatives to support the agriculture and agri-food sector.
