We've always been there for you.
UFA was founded in 1909 as a movement by Western Canadian farmers, for Western Canadian farmers. Since then, we've grown into one of Canada's largest and most progressive agricultural co-operatives, offering the products, services and support that our 127,000+ members need to build, grow and succeed.
Today, we continue the movement started over a century ago by tirelessly serving and advocating for our members. And while our roots will always be in agriculture, we're proud to support the people, industries and communities that drive Western Canada's economy. In other words, we're for you.
Your livelihood. Your community. Your co-operative.
We're for your livelihood. One of UFA's founding principles was to give farmers, their families and their communities a say on the policies that affect them most. After all, UFA was once a political party that even formed government for 14 years. Today, it is in this spirit that we advocate for our members and their interests at all levels of government, ensuring they get a seat at the table.
We're for your community. It's always been one of UFA's priorities to be a good neighbour. Because we don't just do business in rural communities - we also live in them. Through the UFA Agricultural Community Foundation, we support programs and events that honour the traditions and culture of rural Western Canada with the goal of preserving them for future generations.
We're inspired by the stories of our members.
Mike's a busy guy these days. Aside from his family obligations and tending to his goats, cows, pigs, and chickens, he's got his hands full with the latest addition to his farm: a "U-Pick" pumpkin operation with over 24 varieties of pumpkins.
"We sell about 3,000 pumpkins per year to customers from all over Alberta" says Mike, who grew up on a dairy farm and has been heading his current operation for 14 years. "Farming is not a 9-5 job. My day doesn't end until the work is done."
And if you didn't think he was busy enough, Mike's also a full-time mechanic and runs his own engraving business. "This year I actually laser-engraved the ear tags for our new babies. It's one of my favourite parts of farming-all the new babies come spring time. It's better than Christmas for us!"
Driven by purpose, grounded in values.
To be recognized as the most trusted and reliable supplier of petroleum, crop, livestock, building products and services in the markets we serve.
A company is defined by its values. These are the principles by which we go about the day-to-day business of serving our owners and customers, and how we treat each other as employees.
- Performance
- Integrity
- Collaboration
- Progressive thinking
- Accountability
- Agility
- Respect
Unite our customers, member/owners, staff, and elected officials toward balancing our common purpose of improving economic and social well-being of agriculture owners and their communities with sound business decisions that drive profit growth!
Promote and support the establishment of strong, professional business relationships by understanding the needs of our loyal customers/members and providing relevant, worthwhile solutions.
Remain connected to our roots and grounded in communities, Alberta's natural resources, rural involvement and awareness, and the ideal that cooperation, neighbour to neighbour, town to town, and member to member is a heritage to be proud of and protected.
Develop and execute a strategic plan that strives for best-in-class customer experiences, recognizes and quickly adapts to relevant technology and promotes sustainable practices on behalf of and for our member/owners in all markets.
For over a century, UFA has shaped Alberta's co-operative landscape - supporting members through evolving social and economic needs. Explore Our Roots
Join the co-operative
Whether you're growing crops, raising livestock or building a rural business, we're here to support you with tools, advice and co-operative strength so you and your operation can thrive.
UFA members aren't just customers - they're owners. Join a thriving co-operative of over 127,000 people who are proud Western Canadians.
We're close to where you work and live, with locations across Western Canada. Visit your local UFA for products and advice you can trust.
Our team is here to help. Reach out and let us put our co-operative strength to work for you and your operation.
UFA is guided by elected representatives and accountable governance. Learn how our co-operative is led by members, for members.