Canada’s Meat Processors join in the discussion on trade negotiations

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“With the 2026 CUSMA review on the horizon and global market volatility increasing, it’s more important than ever that the agri-food sector speaks with a unified voice,” Larkin said. “Meat processing companies rely on stable, rules-based trade to reach over 90 international markets, and we look forward to working alongside CAFTA members in addressing tariff and non-tariff barriers,” he added.  

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Meat processing is one of Canada’s largest manufacturing employers, generating $43.8 billion in annual sales—about 25 per cent of all Canadian food processing—and supports more than 300,000 direct and indirect jobs across the country. CMC members process over 90 per cent of Canada’s meat and supply both domestic consumers and more than 90 international markets. 

Larkin said with CMC, CAFTA deepens its representation across the agri-food value chain, from primary production through processing and into export markets. He added the two organizations will advance shared priorities for Canada’s agri-food exporters, with a focus on market access and reducing trade barriers. 

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alice.mcfarlane@pattisonmedia.com