Canadian Pork Industry Leads Trade Mission to Japan

Canada Celebrates Historic Pork Trade Milestone in Japan-- Four Decades of Partnership and Progress Celebrated

This week, Canada’s pork industry is proudly leading a trade mission to Japan, celebrating a landmark achievement: Canadian pork is now the top imported pork in Japan for the first time in more than four decades.

The mission, with stops in Osaka and Tokyo, underscores the deep-rooted relationship between the two nations. Nineteen delegates representing producers, processors, and industry leaders are participating in the mission, which aims to honor Japanese partners and further strengthen bilateral ties.

The journey begins in Osaka at Expo 2025, where the Canadian Pork Council (CPC) and Canada Pork (CP) will host a special event at the Canadian Pavilion. Attendees will experience a cutting demo, sample premium Canadian pork, and hear presentations from CPC and CP representatives highlighting Canada’s high production standards and dedication to excellence.

In Tokyo, the delegation will attend a media conference at the Canadian Embassy, celebrating the enduring friendship between Canada and Japan. These events offer a unique opportunity to showcase the quality and integrity of Canadian pork directly to Japanese retailers and consumers.

“We are proud of the relationship our two countries have built over the years, and we are committed to further expanding and strengthening Canadian pork’s partnership with Japanese retailers and consumers,” said René Roy, Chair of the CPC. “For producers, missions like this provide an opportunity to showcase Canada’s high-quality production standards directly to the market.”

As Canada continues to lead in pork exports, this mission marks a new chapter in a thriving international partnership.