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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 2025
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
- Nov 18, 2025
Alberta’s government is delivering on its commitment to rural Alberta with a sustained $2.5-million annual investment for major agricultural society facility upgrades.
- Oct 31, 2025
For 50 years, the Green Certificate Program has helped thousands of students gain hands-on skills and launch successful careers in agriculture.
- Oct 24, 2025
As the 2025 growing season comes to a close, Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation RJ Sigurdson issued the following statement: