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Minister RJ Sigurdson
RJ Sigurdson was sworn in as Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation on June 9, 2023.
Mandate letter
The Premier's mandate letter to the Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation outlines the objectives and priorities of the work they will focus on in their role.
Our responsibilities
The Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation is responsible for:
- policies, legislation, regulations and services necessary for Alberta’s agriculture and food sectors to grow, prosper and diversify
- inspiring public confidence in the quality and safety of food
- supporting environmentally sustainable resource management practices
In focus
Livestock mortality management
Livestock mortality management includes the rules, regulations and best practices around livestock carcass disposal.
Local Food Week 2023
This Local Food Week enjoy some delicious Alberta-made foods and get to know the people who produce it.
Next agricultural policy framework announced
The Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership is a 5-year agreement by federal, provincial and territorial governments that will inject $500 million in new funds to strengthen and grow Canada's agriculture and agri-food sector.
Latest news
- May 23, 2025
Alberta’s government is increasing funding to UCalgary’s Faculty of Veterinary Medicine’s Diagnostic Services Unit to support Alberta’s livestock producers and veterinarians.
- Apr 24, 2025
Alberta’s government is helping the province’s regional agricultural societies plan for tomorrow with new and continued funding.
- Apr 14, 2025
When the going gets tough, Albertans stick together. That’s why Alberta’s government is launching a new campaign to benefit hard-working Albertans.