Food & Agribusiness

We partner with food and agribusiness companies across the value chain—helping them grow, innovate and navigate complex regulatory, trade and litigation challenges.

Key Contacts
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Overview

At Bennett Jones, our connection with the food and agribusiness sector weaves through the entire Canadian value chain. From major conglomerates scaling operations to meet the surging global food demand, to cutting-edge innovators rewriting the future of the industry, and dynamic companies navigating the increased pace of litigation in Canada's food sector, we support businesses at every step of their journey.

Our team, renowned for its deep-rooted industry expertise, stands ready to guide Canadian, U.S. and international clients through the intricacies of their operations. At Bennett Jones, we serve as strategic advisors and growth partners for the entire life cycle of your business, providing unparalleled experience in mergers and acquisitions, navigating complex regulatory frameworks, architecting joint ventures, and guiding you through trade mandates and sustainable ESG solutions. We serve as protectors and enhancers of your intellectual property, catering to both burgeoning agri-tech startups and multinational powerhouses.

,,They provide diversified services and are very engaged, professional and relatable when services are requested of them. The service has been outstanding. They are very engaged and very responsive.,,

What Clients Say

Our Recent Milestones in Food and Agribusiness

  • Championing dairy industry interests in representing one of Atlantic Canada's largest dairy processors in a pivotal case, challenging a decision by the Canada Border Services Agency and defending the interests of the Canadian dairy industry.
  • Cultivating sustainable agriculture through incorporating, organizing and setting up a new and innovative vertical farm near Calgary for Trafford Farms Ltd., shaping the future of sustainable farming in Canada.
  • Fueling agri-tech innovation with our collaboration with Bioenterprise Canada Corporation, enabling us to provide essential corporate, commercial and IP legal services to a wide variety of start-up and scaling companies across Canada.
  • Defending market integrity in standing with JBS USA Food Company and JBS Food Canada in a high-profile class action, addressing allegations of a price-fixing conspiracy and anti-competitive conduct.
  • Safeguarding global food supply chains in representing one of the world's largest suppliers of food ingredients in a lawsuit arising from the collapse of a silo grain bin at an agriproducts facility.

As a full-service law firm, we bring an integrated approach, leveraging the collective strength of our offices nationwide. Our regulatory team is unmatched in expertise, making us the firm of choice for class actions in the food and agribusiness industry. With a robust International Trade and Investment practice, we are not just participating in the Canadian agribusiness landscape; we are leading it. Our consistent ranking in Chambers Guide for Canadian Agribusiness for seven consecutive years is a testament to our unwavering commitment and exceptional client service.

Bennett Jones is dedicated to being true partners in shaping the future of the entire industry, nurturing growth and championing innovation. Join us in cultivating a sustainable, innovative and thriving sector in Canada.

,,Their in-depth knowledge of our business and high level of expertise allows them to provide valuable, very timely and tailored advice, within budget.,,

What Clients Say

Client Work

Bioenterprise Canada
a national ag-tech commercialization accelerator, on its corporate-commercial and intellectual property support of innovative companies and technologies

Recognitions

Chambers Canada
Band 2, Agribusiness: Agriculture & Food Products

Graham Lorelei

Lorelei Graham

Partner  •   Head of Agribusiness Industry Team

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The Bennett Jones Story

At Bennett Jones, legal solutions are our starting point. What drives us forward is knowing our clients inside and out—their ambitions, obstacles and success metrics.

For more than a century, we have shaped outcomes that matter in business, in law and in the broader Canadian landscape. And our commitment extends beyond legal matters: we invest deeply in the communities in which we live and work.