Forage Exports

The Canadian Advantage

Canada offers its forage export markets pure timothy and alfalfa products as well as the highest quality mixed hay and straw products.

 Clean

No matter where in Canada the hay and forage products are sourced, its cold winters contribute to the ability to deliver a safe and pure product.  

 Sustainable 

Leading-edge farmland management is one key to success. Canadian growers use top management techniques to produce their forages, taking advantage of Canada’s land and water supplies. 

 Consistent Supply of Forages 

Canadian farmers are reliable suppliers of forages year after year, using irrigation and other methods to grow their forages. Canada’s world-class rail and seaport infrastructure offers exporters easy access for containers and other forms of freight to supply their international customers. 

What Can You Buy?

Double Compressed Hay
Representing the maximum weight in the minimum size, double-compressed hay is available in 20-, 30-, 40-, 60-, 250- and 400-kilogram bales – perfect for overseas customers to receive product in sea containers.
Double Compressed Hay

Double Compressed Hay

Representing the maximum weight in the minimum size, double-compressed hay is available in 20-, 30-, 40-, 60-, 250- and 400-kilogram bales – perfect for overseas customers to receive product in sea containers.
Dehydrated Products
Canada’s premium dehydrated pellets and cubes are available in 12-, 25- and 40-kilogram bags, 500-kilogram totes and bulk. These products are used domestically and shipped to the U.S. and Asia.
Dehydrated Products

Dehydrated Products

Canada’s premium dehydrated pellets and cubes are available in 12-, 25- and 40-kilogram bags, 500-kilogram totes and bulk. These products are used domestically and shipped to the U.S. and Asia.
Alfalfa/Timothy/Mixed Hay/Straw
Long-fibre, top-quality hay and straw bales are available in several sizes to suit shipping and client needs, including: Small 14-inch and 18-inch square bales (50 to 60 pounds), medium to large 3x3x3-feet, 3x4x4-feet and 4x4x4-feet bales (800 to 1,600 pounds), two-tie 14-inch and 16-inch and three-tie bales (55 kilograms). Producers will provide nutritional analysis from an accredited agency upon request.
Alfalfa/Timothy/Mixed Hay/Straw

Alfalfa/Timothy/Mixed Hay/Straw

Long-fibre, top-quality hay and straw bales are available in several sizes to suit shipping and client needs, including: Small 14-inch and 18-inch square bales (50 to 60 pounds), medium to large 3x3x3-feet, 3x4x4-feet and 4x4x4-feet bales (800 to 1,600 pounds), two-tie 14-inch and 16-inch and three-tie bales (55 kilograms). Producers will provide nutritional analysis from an accredited agency upon request.

Canadian Forage Dealers

Here is a list of the current CFGA Export Members (Domestic and International) for 2020-2021

Company Representative Address Email Contact No.
Domestic
Chapman Farms Darren Chapman Virden, MB [email protected] 204-851-0164
Jake Heppner   Altona, MB [email protected] 204-324-1240
Kletke Hay & Straw Chris Kletke Brunkild, MB [email protected] 204-746-0462
Marhaven Agri Inc. Chris Martin Alma, ON [email protected] 519-638-3423
International
Alberta Gold Seal Forage Corp.   Jim Husing Innisfail, AB [email protected] 403-227-5040
Barr-AG Ltd  Barry Schmitt  Olds, AB [email protected]  
Boot Hay Farms  Eric Boot Fort MacLeod, AB [email protected] 403-635-2787
Green Prairie International Inc. John Van Hierden Jordan Van Hierden Lethbridge, AB [email protected] [email protected] 403-327-9941
Healey Hay and Strawdust  Garth Healey Abbotsford, BC [email protected]  
Ontario Hay & Forage Cooperative Inc. Fritz Trauttmansdorrff Markdale, ON [email protected] 877-892-8663
Wilbur-Ellis Andrew Jungwirth Carstairs, AB [email protected] 403-337-2972

Links for Buying and Selling Hay

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada’s AgriMarketing Program

The Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada’s AgriMarketing Program (AMP) aims to increase and diversify exports to international markets and seize domestic market opportunities. CFGA receives funding from AMP to assist with initiatives to support hay and forage export and domestic market opportunities.

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