AgCareers’ AgTalent Summit Convenes Leaders for Critical Discussions on Canada’s Agri-Food Workforce

December 16, 2025
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The AgCareers’ AgTalent Summit, held December 3rd, 2025, in Mississauga, Ontario, equipped business leaders, industry associations, and post-secondary partners from across Canada to navigate today's competitive talent landscape.

The AgCareers’ AgTalent Summit, held December 3^rd, 2025, in Mississauga, Ontario, brought together business leaders, industry associations, and post-secondary partners from across Canada for a day of insight, strategy, and collaboration.

By focusing on recognizing employee contributions, developing meaningful compensation strategies, and strengthening onboarding processes, the Summit equipped organizations with actionable tools to navigate today’s competitive talent landscape.

“The Ag Talent Summit was an invaluable experience with exceptional thought leaders who shared both tactical and strategic perspectives, helping organizations prepare for and implement best practices to recruit and retain talent in agriculture and food,” said Kathryn Doan, CVO & Director, AgCareers. “

Speakers emphasized the growing urgency of attracting and keeping talent in the agri-food sector, especially amid rising demand and ongoing workplace disruptions.

HR Consultant and Leadership Coach Vik Kail reminded attendees that leaders are “Zamboni drivers,” responsible for clearing barriers so their teams can succeed. Nicole Davis, HR Consultant at UnCommon Farms, underscored the importance of retention, proactive recruitment, and keeping job descriptions aligned with evolving roles.

“Beyond the content, the ability to network with such a diverse and influential group of professionals made this summit so impactful; it’s about collaboration, knowledge sharing, and driving meaningful change across our industry,” added Doan.

“At AgCareers, we pride ourselves on being a leader in workforce intelligence, keeping a pulse on emerging trends and translating those insights into actionable strategies for small, medium, and large businesses, as well as educators,” emphasized Doan.

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