Strengthening Crop Protection and Fertilizer Supply for Producers Across Saskatchewan
UFA Co‑operative Ltd. (“UFA”) has completed a major acquisition of key assets of AgraCity Crop & Nutrition Ltd. (“AgraCity”), significantly expanding the co‑operative’s crop protection and fertilizer capabilities and marking one of the largest strategic investments in UFA’s history.
The acquisition, completed through a court‑supervised Sale and Investment Solicitation Process (SISP) under the Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act (CCAA), positions UFA to play a larger, more competitive role in crop inputs, while reinforcing its long‑standing focus on producer value.
The acquired assets include:
- A substantial portfolio of generic crop protection product registrations, providing access to proven, cost‑effective alternatives for producers;
- AgraCity’s packaging and labelling facility in Saskatoon, enhancing supply control and speed to market;
- The AgraCity distribution fleet, supporting efficient movement of product across the Prairies; and
- A fertilizer blending facility in Belle Plaine, Saskatchewan, strengthening regional supply, flexibility and scale.
This acquisition meaningfully changes our ability to compete in crop inputs. It gives UFA greater control over supply, expands our product portfolio and strengthens our ability to offer growers high‑quality, cost‑competitive options in a very challenging market.”
Fred Thun, President and CEO, UFA Co-operative
Thun said UFA is making the investment from a position of strength. “UFA is in a solid financial position,” he said. “We’ve just reported the strongest financial results in our 117‑year history, including a record patronage payout of $36.6 million returned directly to members. That strength allows us to move forward with confidence and make long‑term investments that support producers when it matters most.”
He added that reliability and trust are core to UFA’s role in the agricultural community. “Producers need to know that UFA is strong, stable and here for the long haul,” Thun said. “We’ve supported Western Canadian agriculture for more than a century, and this investment reflects that same long‑term commitment.”
Thun reinforced that the transaction aligns directly with UFA’s co‑operative model. “Because UFA is owned by producers, this isn’t about short‑term returns,” he said. “It’s about strengthening competition, increasing choice and keeping value circulating back to members and rural communities. At a time when pricing pressure is real and margins are tight, access and reliability matter more than ever.”
With the acquisition complete, UFA will begin a measured integration process focused on operational stability, uninterrupted customer service and clear communication with stakeholders.
“This is a long‑term play,” Thun added. “By integrating these assets carefully, we’re building a stronger, more competitive platform that gives producers more choice, not just this season, but for the future.”
About UFA
Founded in 1909, UFA is an Alberta-based agricultural co-operative with more than 120,000 member-owners. UFA’s network is comprised of 121 Petroleum locations, 34 Farm & Ranch Supply stores and a support office located in Calgary, Alberta. Independent Petroleum Agents and more than 1,100 UFA employees provide products, services and agricultural solutions to farmers, ranchers, members and commercial customers in Alberta, British Columbia and Saskatchewan. For more information, please visit www.UFA.com.
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