Leif Carlson

Cereals Canada

LOCATION: Wellington B

WEDNESDAY, February 10, 2027 – 10:30 – 11:10am

Regulation, Policy, Market Access Panel

As Vice President of Markets and Trade, Leif leads efforts to promote Canadian cereals and protect the interests of the value chain in global markets. Since September 2025, he has also represented the sector as a Director with the Canadian Agri Food Trade Alliance (CAFTA), advocating for fair, open, and predictable trade.

Leif holds a Bachelor of Commerce and a Master of Science in Agricultural Economics from the University of Saskatchewan. Before joining Cereals Canada, he held roles in sales, market analysis, and logistics with the Manitoba Department of Agriculture and the ag industry.

His expertise, commitment to agriculture, and strategic leadership strengthen the Canadian cereals value chain and help ensure dependable market access and sustained global demand for Canadian wheat, durum, barley, and oats.