Our History | About UFA Welcome Become a Member | Contact UFA Have Feedback We're listening Loading Our History UFA has a long history of adapting to the changing needs of our owners and customers and responding to the ever changing rural marketplace The influence of UFA in political social and economic areas of Alberta is a rich and interesting story full of major milestones and accomplishments Founding In 1909 farmers across Alberta joined together to create a co operative that would improve conditions for agricultural producers and bring modern conveniences to rural areas UFA was created because a group of farmers had a vision; they would be more powerful collectively than as individuals Transforming Alberta From 1921 1935 UFA was a political party and formed the provincial government During that time UFA secured the mineral rights that made Alberta one of Canada's wealthiest provinces It also worked to establish equal rights for women and to promote education and health care for rural communities Petroleum In 1957 UFA saw an opportunity in an unexpected venture and purchased Maple Leaf Petroleum A move intended to help members meet their bulk fuel needs has grown to represent more than two thirds of UFA annual revenue and serves our customers and owners through more than 110 locations throughout Alberta BC and Saskatchewan Our Traveling Exhibit UFA celebrated its 100th birthday with a traveling exhibit UFA: 100 Years of Enriching Rural Life The exhibit has been refurbished and renamed 102 Years of Enriching Rural Life and features artifacts music and an interactive display Visit our display to learn how the farmers of UFA shaped Alberta's history and laid the foundations for the development of our natural resources The exhibit is currently on display at the Esplanade Archives Medicine Hat until April 27 2011 Upcoming Venues: Bashaw Library April 29 July 19 2011 Red Deer archives July 20 October 9 2011 View our 100 years of UFA Facts here HELP CENTRE Contact Us Frequently Asked Questions Site Map Store & Agency Locator ABOUT UFA About UFA Our Co operative Governance Membership & Accounts In Your Community Financing Options Careers at UFA PRODUCTS Animal Care Automotive & Trailers Building Supply Clothing Farm Supplies Outdoor Living Tools SERVICES Farm Supply Petroleum Crop Production Solutions Construction and Building Farm Services PRIVACY Privacy Policy Terms of Use All prices and descriptions listed on this website are subject to confirmation at your local UFA Farm and Ranch Supply store Site Map | MSDS | Contact UFA | Privacy Policy | Terms of Use©2009 UFA Limited All rights are reserved Any use of materials including reproduction modification distribution or republication without the prior written permission of UFA is strictly prohibited