Barr-Ag

What Barr-Ag does

Barr-Ag Ltd. is a family-owned Canadian agricultural producer and exporter headquartered in Olds, Alberta, that grows, processes, and ships compressed hay, forage, and grain to international dairy, equine, and livestock buyers. The company operates two Alberta facilities — a 50,000 m² Olds plant and a 20,000 m² Arrowwood/Siksika plant — and produces on 14,000 acres of owned farmland (10,000 dryland, 4,000 irrigated), supplying 80% of its own volume and sourcing the remaining 20% from vetted local growers. Core technology is mechanical double-compression of hay into 60 kg, 30 kg, and 420 kg bales, combined with CFIA-regulated quality control enforcing a less-than-12% moisture, mold-free standard and the issuance of Phytosanitary Certificates for cross-border shipments.

Barr-Ag's product portfolio spans Timothy Hay, non-GMO Alfalfa Hay, Mixed Hay, Straw, Barley Silage, Corn Silage, and a recently launched multi-purpose straw pellet line, alongside containerized grain export services for Canadian oats, barley, wheat, flax, canola, and pulse crops. Revenue is generated through direct one-time sales negotiated on a quote basis, with flexible CNF, FOB, and CY shipping terms routed through the Port of Vancouver (Asia), Port of Montreal (Europe), and US gateways. The customer base is segmented across international dairy operations, horse owners, beef and small-ruminant livestock producers, and grain buyers, with a marketing footprint across an 8-language website and active export activity in North America, Asia, the Middle East, and Europe. In March 2026, the company received a CAD $1 million grant from the Government of Canada's Regional Tariff Response Initiative to fund equipment automation and supply chain expansion.

Name

Barr-Ag

Legal name

Barr-Ag Ltd.

Website

https://barr-ag.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2012

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Barr-Ag is a family-owned Canadian producer and exporter of compressed hay, forage, silage, straw pellets, and grains, serving international dairy, equine, and livestock operations from vertically integrated Alberta farmland.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Hay and Forage Export

NAICS

Oilseed and Grain Combination Farming (111191), Oilseed and Grain Farming (1111), Other Grain Farming (11119), Farm Product Warehousing and Storage (493130)

SIC

Agricultural Production-Crops (100), Wholesale-Farm Product Raw Materials (5150)

akta.pro primary industry

Grain Bin & Silo Systems (On-Farm) (AFAOABAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

On-Farm Grain Safety & Compliance (Bin Entry, Dust Explosion Mitigation) (AFAOABAI)

Keywords

• Compressed hay export
• Timothy hay production
• Canadian grain export
• Forage products wholesale
• Agricultural commodity export

Headquarters

HQ city

Olds

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Infrastructure, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Hay and Forage Export: Barr-Ag exports compressed Timothy Hay, non-GMO Alfalfa Hay, Mixed Hay, and Straw to international markets including Asia, Middle East, Europe, and North America. Products are sold in various bale formats (60kg, 30kg, 420kg) with flexible shipping terms.
2. Grain and Pulse Crop Export: Barr-Ag exports Canadian grains including Oats, Barley, Wheat, Flax, Canola, and Pulse Crops. Products are either produced on Barr-Ag farms or purchased from Canadian farmers, then containerized and shipped internationally.
3. Silage Products: Production and export of Barley Silage and Corn Silage products. These are dehydrated forage products for livestock nutrition.
4. Straw Pellets: Barr-Ag has introduced a multi-purpose straw pellet program for livestock feed components, bedding for livestock and equine operations, and industrial uses such as oilpatch absorbents and moisture control materials. Available in 20kg bags, 700kg totes, and bulk supply.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Barr-Ag produces and exports premium non-GMO compressed hay, forage, and grain products from Alberta, Canada. The company grows 80% of what it sells on its own farmland and operates two compression and containerization facilities with combined 70,000 m² of under-roof storage. It supplies dairy, equine, and livestock operations across North America, Asia, the Middle East, and Europe, with flexible shipping terms (CNF, FOB, CY) and full customs documentation.

Product overview

Barr-Ag is a family-owned, farm-to-farm Canadian agricultural producer and exporter specializing in hay, forage, and grain products. The company operates its own farmland and partners with local Alberta farmers to supply premium forage to global markets. The core product portfolio includes Timothy Hay, Alfalfa Hay, Mixed Hay, Straw, Barley Silage, and Corn Silage — all grown in the pristine environment near the Canadian Rocky Mountains. The company also offers international grain export services for Canadian cereals and pulses, along with a grain purchasing service for Canadian farmers. Recently, Barr-Ag expanded into straw pellet products for livestock feed, bedding, and industrial applications. The company operates two compression and export facilities in Alberta with significant under-roof storage capacity, serving dairy, beef, horse, and small ruminant operations worldwide.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Timothy Hay Premium grass hay grown in the Canadian Rocky Mountain region, known for its low protein and high fiber content. Ideal for horses and adult ruminants requiring maintenance feed without excessive energy intake. Sold in various compressed bale formats.
• Alfalfa Hay Non-GMO legume hay rich in protein and energy, ideal for dairy cows, growing beef cattle, lactating goats, and performance horses requiring higher energy and protein levels.
• Mixed Hay Blend combining non-GMO alfalfa, Timothy, orchard hay, brome hay, and fescue. Offers balanced nutrition combining the benefits of legumes and grasses, suitable for diverse livestock operations.
• Straw Wheat and barley straw products primarily used for livestock bedding and as a roughage filler in rations. Available in various bale formats.
• Barley Silage High-energy fermented forage product made from barley, used to support weight gain in beef cattle or supplement dairy rations during peak production periods.
• Corn Silage High-energy fermented forage product made from corn, used to support weight gain in beef cattle or supplement dairy rations during peak production periods.
• Straw Pellets Compressed agricultural straw pellets used for livestock feed components, bedding, industrial absorbents including oilpatch applications, moisture control, and composting. Available in 20 kg bags, 700 kg totes, and bulk supply.
• Grain Exporters Service International grain export service for Canadian Oats, Barley, Wheat, Flax, Canola, and Pulse Crops. Includes containerization, loading, and shipping services for international markets.
• Grain Buyers Service Wholesale purchasing service for Canadian farmers selling Oats, Barley, Wheat, Flax, Canola, Pulse Crops, Alfalfa, and Timothy Hays. Barr-Ag specializes in containerizing, loading, and shipping Canadian grains and hays.

Quantifiable outcome

• Mold-free hay guarantee with less than 12% moisture content
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Market position

Strengths4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• Facebookfacebook.com/barragcanada
• Instagraminstagram.com/barragcanada
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/barr-ag

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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