Indo-Pacific region

Saskatchewan agri-food exports to Indo-Pacific Region surpass $7-billion in 2023

May 15, 2024 | 5:07pm

Saskatchewan’s agri-food exports to the Indo-Pacific region in 2023 were $7.28 billion, according to the provincial government. The Indo-Pacific region includes China, Japan, Singapore, Vietnam, Indonesia, Bangladesh, and India. Top agri-food exports to the region were canola seed, non-durum wheat, dry peas, lentils, and barley. The province noted the total value of agri-food exports increased […]

Federal Government announces first Executive Director of Trade Office in the Philippines

Dec 11, 2023 | 5:53pm

Federal Agriculture Minister Lawrence MacAulay has appointed a seasoned-veteran with Global Affairs Canada to be the inaugural Executive Director of a new trade office in Manila, Philippines.Diedrah Kelly has more than 20 years experience in various roles abroad, including her recent role as Consul General of Canada in Mumbai, India. Prior to that, she also […]

Taiwan easing remaining BSE-era restrictions on Canadian beef

May 29, 2023 | 5:51pm

Taiwan is fully embracing Canadian beef again. The nation announced it will lift the last set of restrictions on beef from Canada over the coming weeks. President of the Canadian Cattle Association Nathan Phinney (Finney) says it’s great news. “The removal of them is a clear signal that we have a desired product and they’re […]