This week, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, joined farmers, exporters, and industry stakeholders at the Canadian Western Agribition (CWA) in Regina, Saskatchewan.
Minister MacAulay began his visit by giving remarks at the "Burning of the Brand," the ceremonial opening of the CWA, where he emphasized the importance of Agribition and of helping young people grow their passion for agriculture.
Minister MacAulay also delivered remarks at the Indigenous Agriculture Summit, highlighting investments in Indigenous-led initiatives, including the Bridge to Land-Water-Sky Living Lab, and his commitment to ensuring full and equal participation of First Nations, Inuit and Métis people in agriculture and food.
At the Grain Expo, he emphasized the importance of Canada's grain industry and staying on the cutting edge of innovation, and noted an announcement made by the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada and Minister responsible for the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency, of a federal investment of over $11.8 million for 10 projects to support new technologies for a range of agri-businesses in Saskatchewan-from farm machinery and food processing to Indigenous farming.
Minister MacAulay also participated in a roundtable discussion with representatives from the Canadian cattle sector where he highlighted a new federal investment of up to $5,440,882 for 5 projects funded under 3 programs, aimed at improving market access, helping producers adopt more sustainable practices, and promoting Canada's strong reputation as a leader in top-quality beef production.
The CWA brings the agricultural community together to celebrate innovation and the hard work of our farmers. The investments announced by Minister MacAulay and Minister Vandal underscores the Government of Canada's commitment to supporting Canada's beef sector and ensuring a strong, resilient future for Canadian agriculture.
