Harper Government Invests to Grow Markets for Canadian Soybeans
(firmenpresse) - GUELPH, ONTARIO -- (Marketwired) -- 06/25/15 -- Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Harold Albrecht, member of Parliament for Kitchener-Conestoga, on behalf of Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz, announced today an investment of $358,175, to Soy Canada to help identify new and emerging international markets and demand for Canadian soybean products.
This investment will enable Soy Canada to implement a market development strategy, attend international trade shows and lead missions to raise awareness of Canadian soybeans, concentrating efforts on expanding key markets in China, the United States, Korea, Japan and Europe.
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"Canada''s soybean sector has experienced steady growth and development over the past decade. We are proud to support the soybean sector in its efforts to develop new markets, which creates economic opportunities for our farmers and increases demand for Canadian products. "
- Harold Albrecht, Member of Parliament for Kitchener-Conestoga
"As acreage and production of soybeans increases quickly in Canada, our industry is seeking to develop new markets and expand existing ones," said Jim Everson, Executive Director of Soy Canada, "this strong support from the Government of Canada will be invaluable in helping our industry expand exports."
- Jim Everson, Executive Director, Soy Canada
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Office of the Honourable Gerry Ritz
613-773-1059
Media Relations
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Ottawa, Ontario
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1-866-345-7972
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Datum: 25.06.2015 - 11:02 Uhr
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