Prairie Oat Growers Association

The Prairie Oat Growers Association (POGA) is a non-profit organization representing oat farmers in the Canadian provinces of Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba. Established in 1998, the association focuses on increasing the profitability and sustainability of oat production through strategic research, market development, and policy advocacy. POGA significantly contributes to the life sciences sector by funding clinical and nutritional research into the health benefits of oats, particularly regarding heart health, blood sugar regulation, and gluten-free applications. The organization serves as a central hub for industry stakeholders to collaborate on crop science and consumer health education.