Why was it established?
The PGA was created in 1966 by potato farmers to become the voice of the Alberta potato industry. Our mission is to ensure the success of Alberta’s potato industry, by supporting and promoting the potato industry. The PGA is enabled by the Marketing of Agricultural Products Act, Potato Plan & Regulations. These regulations outline the scope and nature of the organization.

Who does the PGA represent?
The PGA represents anyone who grows 5 or more acres of potatoes in Alberta plus greenhouse operators who grow plantlets and sell them for seed potatoes.

Growers who fit into this category must register with the PGA for licensing annually.

How is it 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 on process and table potatoes; seed potatoes are charged by certified harvested acre of potatoes. Service fees are remitted directly to the PGA.

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