Sask. delegation heading to UK & Poland to discuss agriculture and other sectors

Sep 26, 2023

A delegation from Saskatchewan is heading to the United Kingdom and Poland.

Being led by Jeremy Harrison, Saskatchewan’s Minister of Immigration and Career Training and Trade and Export Development, the aim is to expand opportunities in agriculture, critical minerals, and innovative technology.

Part of the delegation includes representatives from Protein Industries Canada, Economic Development Regina, Saskatoon Regional Economic Development Authority, and Cultivator powered by Conexus.

“It’s really important that the province continues to share our story around the world and move into new markets, making connections for Saskatchewan exporters particularly those in the agri-food sector,” said Jay Teneycke, Executive Director of Marketing and Communications for the Ministry of Trade and Export Development.

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