Canada's Seed Partner Since 1976
Building partnerships that support profitability and innovation in Canadian agriculture.
Our Impact by the Numbers
A national network with local roots, working together to support Canadian seed innovation.
500+
Independent seed business members
400+
Seed varieties brought to market
33
Crop kinds represented
48
Years reinvesting royalties
71
Plant breeding partners
$5M+
Returned annually to Canadian research
Growing with Canadian Agriculture
For 50 years, SeCan has grown alongside Canadian farmers, plant breeders, and independent seed businesses.
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1976
SeCan is formed
Independent seed businesses come together to improve access to leading genetics for Canadian farmers.
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1984
Growing a national network
Member businesses expand across the country, bringing local seed expertise to more farming communities.
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1995
Expanding access to genetics
New partnerships strengthen the flow of proven varieties from plant breeders to Canadian farms.
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2006
Supporting Canadian innovation
SeCan continues investing royalties back into breeding programs that address Canadian growing conditions.
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2016
Four decades of partnership
A coast-to-coast network of independent members helps farmers choose seed with confidence.
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2026
Celebrating 50 years
SeCan marks five decades as Canada's Seed Partner and looks ahead to the next generation of agriculture.
Faces of SeCan
Meet some of the people helping SeCan deliver trusted genetics and support to members and farmers across Canada.
Mission, Vision & Values
SeCan is a private, not-for-profit member corporation focused on accessing and promoting leading genetics for Canadian farmers.
Mission
To provide Canadian farmers with reliable access to leading seed genetics through a strong, independent member network.
Vision
To remain Canada's trusted seed partner—connecting innovation, local expertise, and opportunity from coast to coast.
Our Values
Partnership, integrity, independence, and a long-term commitment to the success of Canadian agriculture.