Celebrate Our 120th Anniversary With Us!
07/04/2024
2024 is a truly special year for our Association as we celebrate our 120th anniversary. Since our humble beginnings in 1904, we have continuously evolved and provided immense value to Canadian agriculture. We are celebrating not only CSGA’s longevity but also the passion and resilience of our incredible community. With…
Letter Regarding Capital Gains
06/20/2024
CSGA cosigned a letter to Finance Minister, Chrystia Freeland to express our concerns regarding increasing the capital gains inclusion rate, which will negatively impact farm succession planning. Learn more here.
Seed Scoop, June 18, 2024
06/18/2024
In the June edition of Seed Scoop, our 2023-2024 Annual Report is now available online, participate in the Consultation on Proposed Membership Classes and By-law Changes, AGM updates, and support for those new to seed production. Read more here.
Membership class and By-law changes
06/12/2024
CSGA Members Vote in Favour of Expanded Membership Classes! Starting next February, CSGA will offer Affiliate and Associate class memberships. At the November 26th Special General Meeting in Calgary during the Interprovincial Meeting, members voted unanimously to adopt new By-laws that reintroduce Affiliate and Associate memberships and update CSGA’s governance…
Seed Scoop, May 17
05/17/2024
Registration for the June 26 AGM is now open! Check out the May edition of Seed Scoop for details, and learn more about our digital seed tag project, deadline dates, and digital badges. Read more here.
Only Days Left! 14 Questions on Our Seed Sector’s Future
04/26/2024
The CFIA's Seed Regulatory Modernization (SRM) consultation survey closes May 1. By answering just 14 questions, you will help us shape the future of our seed system. CSGA lives and breathes seed certification every day. As leaders, we must define what we believe is the best path forward for the…
Spring 2024 Letter from CSGA’s Executive Director
04/23/2024
With #Plant24 right around the corner, Executive Director Doug Miller provides an update on the Digital Tag Project, the CFIA SRM consultation survey and links to his recent Hot Seat webinar and RealAg interview. Read more here.
Action Required on the SRM Survey
04/22/2024
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) Seed Regulatory Modernization (SRM) Winter 2024 consultation survey is open until May 1, 2024. We invite you to read our responses. Your participation and feedback on the future of our seed system are critical to get this right! Read more here
Seed Scoop – April 16, 2024
04/16/2024
In the April edition of Seed Scoop, it’s renewal season so check for your application packages! Don't forget to complete the CFIA SRM survey, watch the Hot Seat SRM Webinar and join Us in Victoria, BC, in 2025! Read more here.
Letter from Our Executive Director – Special SRM Edition
04/09/2024
The CFIA's winter SRM Survey is open until May 1. It focuses on Big Picture Concepts, many of which reflect our vision for a modern seed system. As a vital member of the seed community, we appreciate your unique perspective and are counting on your participation in this survey to…
