Addressing the Farmer Shortage in Canada: The Need for Immigrant Farmers.

 According to a recent report by RBC, approximately 40 percent of Canadian farmers are expected to retire within the next 10 years, with 66 percent of them not having a succession plan. This is a significant concern for the agriculture industry, as it would result in a major farmer shortage in Canada. To address this issue, the report suggests creating a federal process for experienced temporary foreign workers to obtain permanent residency status and allowing for 30,000 farm-focused newcomers to immigrate to Canada. 

The shortage of farmers in Canada is caused by the lack of proper succession planning. Many farmers do not start thinking about passing on their farms until their 60s or 70s, which can lead to a lack of preparation and planning for the next generation. As a result, there is a critical need to attract younger people to the agricultural sector and educate them about the diverse career opportunities it offers. 


To avoid the predicted labor crisis, farmers should invest in technology to automate operations. However, managing a farm still requires a certain number of people per acre to properly carry out operations such as weed scouting and seed timing. That is why it is essential to update Canada's immigration programs to allow for 30,000 immigrant farmers to fill the retiring farmers' shoes and avoid a labor shortage. 


One proposed solution is to seek out farmers from countries like the Netherlands and New Zealand, who may be compelled to downsize or shut down if they do not satisfy stringent climate change regulations governing emissions. Additionally, creating a federal process for experienced temporary foreign workers to obtain permanent residency status can provide a pathway for skilled workers to stay in Canada's agriculture industry. 


In 2020, a pilot program was launched in Canada to provide a pathway to permanent residency for experienced non-seasonal agricultural workers. The program aimed at accommodating up to 2,750 individuals, but it will end in May of this year. According to the government, over 1,500 individuals have already been admitted to the program as of February 2023. 



To ensure food security and the competitiveness of Canada's food companies, the country's immigration policies need to be updated to welcome more than 30,000 permanent immigrants by 2033. This is a critical issue that requires urgent attention to maintain the agriculture industry's future growth and prosperity. 


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G.T. Worjloh III


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