Province puts $13M into project to help grain farmers, producers in new global trade environment

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Cereals Canada has unveiled plans to build a hub to help grain producers and processors bolster their international profiles and find new trading partners in response to U.S. tariffs and protectionism.

The Manitoba government is backing the industry association’s latest project — a new building in downtown Winnipeg — with $13 million in provincial funding, Premier Wab Kinew announced Thursday.

The Global Agriculture Technology Exchange, “Gate” for short, will be located in the Exchange District. Its blueprint includes training and office space, as well as designated areas for speciality milling, a pilot bakery and pasta extrusion.

The province’s contribution is expected to cover construction and equipment costs.

“Agriculture is the backbone of Manitoba’s economy and this investment will protect jobs as farmers and producers are facing a trade war on two fronts,” Kinew said in a news release.

“This new exchange will help showcase Manitoba’s grains to the world and help drive up global demand for high-quality Canadian grain products.”

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