More than 80 destinations import Canadian cereals, valued at more than $ 10 billion.
The Gate will look to build on that success.
The building will be a multi-use facility for research, development and innovation focusing on milling, food processing and end-product development. It will be a hub for collaboration to create more opportunities for Canadian grain, and to provide technical support for buyers.
It will also serve as the headquarters for Cereals Canada.
“Gate will serve as a hub for food innovation to support Canadian farmers, domestic and global customers, and the value chain, and it will uphold Canada’s position as a leader in nutritious, high-quality food ingredients,” a press release says.
Cereals Canada and Grain Farmers of Ontario are also contributing to Gate, bringing total initial investments up to $18.4 million.
These financial commitments demonstrate that the ag sector is ready to do more on the global stage.
“Growers understand the importance of the global market and the need for technical exchange to keep Canada competitive for years to come,” JoAnne Buth, chair of the capital campaign, said in a statement.
For Gate to become a reality, more support is needed.
A gap of almost $84 million needs to be closed.
“The funding is conditional upon securing the required financial support from government entities and other funding partners,” a Sept. 17 Sask Wheat statement says.