Agropur to Invest Nearly $1 Billion in Canadian Dairy Facilities

Agropur, the largest dairy cooperative in Canada, announced plans to expand its production capacities in Bedford, Nova Scotia, and Miramichi, New Brunswick. This expansion is part of a significant investment strategy aimed at modernizing its facilities with new technologies and automation. The cooperative is allocating nearly $1 billion to upd ate equipment at its plants in Bedford and Beauceville, Quebec.

The CEO of Agropur, Émile Cordeau, stated that the projects would enhance market competitiveness and create over 90 skilled jobs, including more than 60 in Beauceville and nearly 30 in Bedford. Both expansion projects are pending final approval, expected by the end of the year.

In a related move, Agropur is also se t to invest $20 million into its Miramichi plant, with support from the New Brunswick government, which is providing a $2.4-million non-repayable contribution. This initiative is expected to increase milk processing capacity and create more than 15 new skilled jobs in Miramichi.

Concurrently, Agropur is planning a reorganization of its operations at the Truro, Nova Scotia, and Sussex, New Brunswick plants. Both sites are slated for downsizing and will cease production once the Bedford plant reaches full operational status by the end of 2028. The Nova Scotia government noted that Agropur had previously invested $34 million in its Truro plant in 2022.

These strategic investments align with Agropur’s commitments to market diversification and long-term presence in Canada. Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston emphasized the importance of Agropur's expansion to the province's economic growth and employment opportunities.