2 Best Agriculture ETFs in Canada (June 2026)
The best agriculture ETFs in Canada include COW.TO (~0.70% MER) and ZEAT.TO (~0.61%). These ETFs provide exposure to livestock commodities and global agribusiness companies, offering diversification and inflation-hedging potential, but with cyclical performance and higher volatility compared to broad-market ETFs.
Agriculture ETFs are designed for Canadian investors looking to gain exposure to food production, farming, and agricultural commodities. ETFs like COW.TO and ZEAT.TO provide access to companies involved in livestock, fertilizers, food production, and global agriculture supply chains.
The key advantage of agriculture ETFs is their potential to benefit from long-term global demand for food and rising commodity prices. However, they can be cyclical and influenced by factors like weather, inflation, and global supply chains.
In this guide, we break down the best agriculture ETFs in Canada, comparing diversification, fees, and risk so you can decide how they fit into your TFSA, RRSP, or diversified portfolio.
At a Glance: Quick Comparison
Side-by-side snapshot of fees, yield, and returns. Data updates daily.
| ETF | MER | AUM | Yield | YTD | 1Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Top COW.TO iShares Global Agriculture Common Class | — | $284M | 2.12% | +11.21% | +9.53% |
ZEAT.TO BMO Global Agriculture ETF | — | $4M | 1.83% | +9.99% | +1.81% |
What Is an ETF?
An agriculture ETF in Canada is an exchange-traded fund that invests in companies or commodities related to farming, food production, and agricultural supply chains. These ETFs may include exposure to livestock, fertilizers, equipment manufacturers, and global agribusiness firms.
For example, COW.TO (~0.70% MER) provides exposure to livestock futures like cattle and hogs, offering direct commodity exposure. ZEAT.TO (~0.61% MER) focuses on global agriculture and food companies, including producers, distributors, and agricultural technology firms. MOO (U.S.-listed) is a widely used global agriculture ETF tracking agribusiness companies.
Agriculture ETFs are commonly used as a hedge against inflation and rising food prices. Investors should consider commodity cycles, global demand trends, and sector concentration when investing.
The 2 Best ETFs: Ranked & Reviewed
Detailed breakdown of each pick with live data.
iShares Global Agriculture Common Class
$70.75
+11.21% YTD
Returns
YTD
+11.21%
1Y
+9.53%
3Y
+7.33%
5Y
+6.51%
BMO Global Agriculture ETF
$27.08
+9.99% YTD
NA
Returns
YTD
+9.99%
1Y
+1.81%
3Y
+2.07%
5Y
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- Exposure to global food demand and agricultural supply chains
- Can act as a hedge against inflation and rising food prices
- Diversification beyond traditional sectors like tech or financials
- Access to both commodities and agribusiness companies
Cons
- Highly influenced by commodity price cycles and weather conditions
- Can be volatile due to global supply-demand imbalances
- Sector concentration increases risk compared to broad ETFs
- Some ETFs have higher MERs and niche exposure
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best agriculture ETF in Canada?
COW.TO is a unique agriculture ETF in Canada that provides direct exposure to livestock commodities like cattle and hogs. Investors looking for broader exposure may prefer ZEAT.TO, which focuses on global agriculture and food companies.
Are agriculture ETFs a good investment?
Agriculture ETFs can be a good investment for diversification and inflation protection, as food demand is relatively stable. However, they are cyclical and can be volatile due to commodity prices and global supply factors.
Should I invest in agriculture ETFs long term?
Agriculture ETFs can be held long term as part of a diversified portfolio, especially for inflation hedging. However, due to their cyclical nature, they are typically used as a smaller satellite position rather than a core holding.