With over 2,000 farms operating more than 500,000 acres of crop, agriculture and agri-business represent Sarnia-Lambton’s second largest economic sector. The local industry consists of some of Ontario’s largest volumes of traditional cash crop and animal production but, has grown to include thriving value-added agriculture opportunities. Tying into the region’s booming bio-based economy, emerging food and beverage manufacturing industry, and established research and development capabilities, Sarnia-Lambton provides the resources necessary for value-added agriculture businesses to thrive and succeed.
Businesses invest here because of the region’s excellent location, access to raw materials and transportation routes to markets of the world, and supply of experienced labour, which together create an ecosystem that ensures the value-added agriculture industry a vibrant future – placing Sarnia-Lambton at the top of the competition.
Sarnia-Lambton is a proud member of the Ontario Food Cluster (OFC). The OFC welcomes international investments in its growing cluster of 3,000 companies. Approaching $36.9 billion in manufacturing revenue, companies take advantage of Canada’s largest pool of agri-food talent. Collectively, the OFC represents one of the three largest food and beverage processing jurisdictions in North America–and is the largest in Canada
Sarnia-Lambton offers a unique combination of agricultural strength, industrial infrastructure, and innovation-driven opportunities. With access to abundant raw materials, advanced processing facilities, and world-class research institutions, the region is positioned as a key player in Ontario’s value-added agriculture sector.
Agricultural Leadership in Ontario
Sarnia-Lambton’s agricultural sector is Ontario’s second-largest industry, following chemical manufacturing. The region offers a highly skilled workforce, extensive research and innovation capabilities, and a collaborative ecosystem that fosters business growth in agri-food and bioproducts.
Food Processing & Specialty Ingredients
Food processing and industrial food ingredient manufacturing can benefit from the region’s access to local feedstocks, skilled talent, and strong supply chain integration. Opportunities include:
Greenhouse & Controlled-Environment Agriculture
Sarnia-Lambton’s ideal climate and strategic location support greenhouse expansion and controlled-environment agriculture, offering:
Bio-Based Manufacturing & Hybrid Chemistry Cluster
The Sarnia-Lambton Hybrid Chemistry Cluster integrates value-added agriculture with bio-based manufacturing, creating opportunities in:
Sarnia-Lambton has several options throughout the community including municipally and privately owned industrial parks. Fully serviced industrial land–with water, sanitary sewers, electrical and natural gas services–is available at competitive rates; with excellent access to major highways, rail lines, and marine shipping channels, as well as dependable industrial infrastructure.
With a rich agricultural landscape and a strong production base, Sarnia-Lambton is a key contributor to Ontario’s agri-food sector. The region’s strategic location, skilled workforce, and established processing infrastructure make it an ideal destination for businesses looking to leverage high-quality feedstocks, advanced logistics, and industrial innovation.
Strategic location on the Canada-U.S. border, providing seamless access to North American markets, in addition to immediate opportunities in Ontario.
Diverse & skilled workforce, with 64% of residents holding post-secondary education. More than 7,960 are employed in the agri-food industry locally.
Proven success in food processing, greenhouse operations, and bio-based innovation.
Competitive land and industrial infrastructure, including access to shovel-ready sites zoned to accommodate food processing and agri-food production.
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