Province of Manitoba Increases Funding for Global Agriculture Technology Exchange, Boosting Canadian Cereal Industry
The Province of Manitoba has announced an additional $10.5 million in funding for the Global Agriculture Technology Exchange (Gate), a project spearheaded by Cereals Canada. This new investment raises the total provincial contribution to $23.5 million. Gate is a $102-million initiative aimed at establishing a state-of-the-art facility in downtown Winnipeg, Manitoba. The facility is intended to serve as a hub for research, training, and international collaboration, enhancing the competitiveness of Canada's cereals industry. The announcement was made by Dean Dias, CEO of Cereals Canada, who expressed gratitude to the Province and Premier Wab Kinew for their support. Manitoba Agriculture Minister Ron Kostyshyn emphasized the importance of expanding market access for agricultural producers to protect them from trade instability and ensure food affordability. The Gate Capital Campaign, led by former Manitoba Senator JoAnne Buth, has so far raised $42,650,000 towards its goal, with the facility set to be built o...