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The Canadian Federation of Agriculture (CFA) has contributed to biodiversity conservation through policy work and stakeholder engagement. Key initiatives include the Canadian Agri-Food Sustainability Initiative (CASI), which developed an online platform for sustainability programming, and participation in the government’s Sustainable Agriculture Strategy (SAS) advisory committee. CFA is also involved in the Canadian Wetlands Roundtable, promoting wetland conservation and sustainable management practices. Challenges include fragmented data, unclear biodiversity standards, and the need for financial incentives for farmers. Future efforts will focus on soil health, ecosystem valuation, data strategy, and advocating for farmer inclusion in biodiversity policymaking.