More about our Organization

Why it was Established

The Alberta Potato Commission Board (now Potato Growers of Alberta) was a culmination of potato growers and trade members with a vision of working together to build a successful potato industry in the province of Alberta, under the Alberta Potato Growers Association request. It was officially established on April 19, 1966 and remains a strong voice for the entire Alberta Potato Industry.

Mission

Growing Healthy Potatoes Together

Goals

Proactively build and maintain public awareness and trust in Alberta’s potato industry.
Provide value to our membership through specific sector services and information for all growers, whether it be seed, table or process.
Cultivate and enhance trust through collaborative and transparent engagement.
Support growers to navigate challenges and opportunities by providing the most current, relevant regulatory information in the industry.

Vision

When You Think Potatoes, think Alberta

Who we Represent

The PGA represents anyone who grows five or more acres of potatoes in Alberta, as well as, greenhouse nuclear growers who grow plantlets and sell mini tubers. Growers who fit into this criteria must register with the PGA for licensing annually. Today the PGA represents the interests of around 150 Members.

How we are Funded

The PGA is almost entirely funded by service charges (or fees) on potatoes grown and sold in Alberta. These fees are charged by tons of potatoes sold for processed potatoes, and by harvested acres for both table fresh and certified seed potatoes. Service fees are remitted directly to the PGA by processors, and billed directly to the grower for table and seed. Greenhouse growers are charged based on earnings for the year.

Regulating Body

The Potato Growers of Alberta is a non profit organization regulated under the Government of Alberta Marketing of Agricultural Products Act as a Commission. These regulations outline the scope and nature of the organization. Every four years Marketing Council completes a review to see if revisions are required to our Marketing Plan Regulation.

Core Values of the PGA

Unity - We are stronger together; our success is driven by our unity

Accountable - We are good stewards for our environment, industry and communities.

Outcome-driven - We are committed to making positive impacts through our actions. Successful, engaged growers provide world class products, while striving for prosperity.

Trustworthy leader - We strive to be great leaders in business and our communities.

Forward-thinking - We are leading the way in trying and adopting new ideas for the benefit of our industry and our environment.
Proud - We love what we do and work hard to represent our industry.

Codes of Practice

Producer Members of the PGA are committed to responsible production of potatoes to supply a complex food chain. Potato producers in Alberta have developed the "Codes of Practice" and are committed to managing their operations in accordance with these codes. These codes identify desired results and define actions expected of producers. The seven codes contained in this document include:

Food Safety
Food Quality
Agronomy & Pest Management
Environmental Sustainability

Identity Preservation
Farm Safety
Human Resources

Marketing of Agricultural Products Act Regulations & Bylaws

POTATO GROWERS OF ALBERTA - BYLAWS IMPLEMENTATION PROJECT SUMMARY

Potato Growers of Alberta Plan Regulation

Potato Growers of Alberta Commission Regulation

Potato Growers of Alberta Authorization Regulation

Annual Report

The Potato Growers of Alberta is accountable to it's grower membership in the province of Alberta. By remaining transparent, we publicly make our annual report available to all members, industry and government partners.