The Canadian province of Alberta has an excellent international reputation in the areas of agricultural and food production, technology and know-how. There are more than 40,500 farms and over 20 million hectares of land used for growing plants and raising livestock. Many of the plant and animal products are processed directly in the province for Canadian and international consumers.
Meat production is at the heart of Alberta's food processing sector and includes beef, pork and poultry meat production. Meat production accounts for more than half of Alberta's food production. Beef comes first. More than three quarters of Canada's beef production comes from western Canada and the majority of it comes from Alberta. Beef is known for its excellent taste, texture, and quality. You can find out more about Canadian beef at following link in our Canadian Beef section. There you will also find a list of sales sources in the DACH region.
In our Recipe Category you will find delicious recipes from Alberta's kitchen that you can cook at home.
Bison are not raised to the same extent as cattle in Alberta. However, bison farming is on the rise in Alberta. More and more consumers are learning to appreciate bison meat and incorporate it into their diet. Bison meat is perfect for anyone who values nutrient-rich proteins and wants to reduce calorie and fat intake at the same time. Bison meat has fewer calories overall than beef because it has a lower fat content. You can find out more about Canadian bison meat here.
Canola oil is one of the healthiest cooking oils. It contains low levels of saturated fat and high levels of monounsaturated fatty acids, which lower LDL cholesterol levels. It is also rich in vitamin E and is the best plant-based source of omega-3 fatty acids among all common oils. With a share of 30% of total Canadian production, Alberta is one of Canada's most important producers. Around 3.2 million tons of rapeseed, 581,000 tons of rapeseed oil (raw and refined) and 844,000 tons of rapeseed cake and flour are exported all over the world every year.
Nothing is grown more in Canada than wheat. Grain is the most important agricultural export and Canada is one of the five largest wheat exporters worldwide. Alberta is also a leading province here. Each year, around 10 million tons of wheat are produced on around 7.5 million hectares.
Alberta grows a wide variety of legumes, with a focus on growing beans, lentils, and field peas. About 1.6 million tons of legumes are produced in the province every year. Thanks to their high fiber content, legumes are a high-quality source of protein. They also have a low fat content and a high nutritional density and the best thing about it: they simply taste delicious. Legumes are therefore an excellent food for anyone who wants to control their weight, regulate blood sugar, lower cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart disease. They are also perfect for people with gluten intolerance.
With ideal growing conditions, Alberta is the largest producer of hemp in Canada. The continental location of the Prairie Province ensures plenty of daylight and cool nights, resulting in 30% higher yields and a 30% higher concentration of omega fatty acids 3, 6 and 9. On over 30,000 hectares, 40% of Canadian hemp production is produced in Alberta. The crop has a wide range of uses in the areas of food, fiber, medicine and animal feed.
Whisky is the most important export product in the beverage sector. Alberta is known for producing first-class rye whisky, which is ideal for drinking on its own or for cocktails. Rye (rye) is a plant that grows very well in cold, northern climates and gives whisky an unmistakable spicy, bitter note.
The provincial brewery sector is also growing. There are currently over 130 craft beer breweries in Alberta and the industry continues to grow steadily. The small breweries are as open as Alberta itself. It is the adventurous spirit that makes the beers so diverse and interesting. Whatever your taste — hoppy, mild, full-bodied, citrusy, refreshing — Alberta can do it all.
Discover the variety of beers on the Alberta Ale Trail.
Alberta also offers ideal conditions for the production of spirits. From the endless fields of wheat, barley, and rye to the pure glacial waters of the Rocky Mountains, Alberta distilleries are blessed with natural wealth. Spirits manufacturers can look back on 150 years of history and create both traditional Canadian spirits and innovations within established product categories. The over 70 distilleries located in Alberta are among the best in North America and have a lot of international reputation.
Please visit the Alberta Craft Distillers Association for more information on Alberta spirits.
Summer is the ideal time to explore the endless, diverse landscapes of this breathtaking part of the world. The province of Alberta is located in western Canada and is bordered by the majestic Rocky Mountains to the west. In the east, it borders the Canadian Badlands with their moonscape eroded by the wind, colorful canyons, hoodoos and dry river beds where dinosaurs once lived.
Winter in Alberta's Rocky Mountains is full of magical moments to discover. In the morning, you'll be the first to leave your footprints in sparkling powder snow. Go on a snowshoe hike at night - the winter moon shines so brightly that you don't need headlamps. In a natural hot spring, you can then enjoy some well-deserved relaxation in the midst of the massive mountains.
You can find more information about traveling to Alberta here. With many non-stop flights from Frankfurt, visitors can now reach the Canadian province of Alberta even more easily:
Air Canada: Daily to Calgary (Jan-Dec)
NEW: Eurowings Discover: 5 times a week to Calgary (May-Oct)
NEW: Condor: 2 times a week to Alberta's capital city Edmonton (May-Sep)
In addition, both airports can be reached daily with numerous Air Canada connections.