Atlantic Canada’s food and beverage exporters expand presence in European markets
News release
Ten high-potential companies explore new opportunities in the UK and Germany
October 8, 2025 · Moncton, New Brunswick · Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
Atlantic Canadian food and beverage producers are making their mark in Europe, showcasing Canada’s high-quality products, opening doors to new buyers, and creating opportunities for growth back home.
From October 1-8, Taste of Nova Scotia led a delegation of ten Atlantic Canadian companies in a trade mission to London, United Kingdom, and Cologne, Germany. Supported through the Atlantic Trade and Investment Growth Agreement (ATIGA), the mission helped companies grow exports and diversify into competitive international markets.
In London, the delegation engaged in targeted business-to-business meetings, retail tours, and product reviews with market experts. In Cologne, the delegation took part in Anuga 2025, one of the world’s largest food industry trade shows, highlighting Canada’s innovative food and beverage sector to international buyers and partners.
The Government of Canada and the four Atlantic provinces are working together to strengthen Atlantic Canada’s global presence, help businesses grow and compete internationally, and build a stronger economy.
Quotes
“Connecting Atlantic Canadian businesses with new markets is essential to building a more resilient and diversified economy. This mission to Europe is a great example of how strategic trade development efforts can open doors for our region’s top food and beverage exporters.”
– The Honourable Sean Fraser, P.C., K.C., Member of Parliament for Central Nova, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
“Nova Scotia is where innovation meets tradition in agri-food and beverage. With many natural resources, skilled workforce, and access to world-class research, Nova Scotia is producing high-quality, in-demand products for global markets. In 2023 alone, we exported over $500 million in agri-food products to more than 90 countries. From award-winning wines and craft beverages to fresh produce and advanced food technology, Nova Scotia has all the right ingredients for global success.”
– The Honourable Greg Morrow, Nova Scotia Minister of Agriculture
“New Brunswick’s agri-food and beverage sectors are innovative, diverse, and ready to compete on the world stage. Trade shows like Anuga give our companies the chance to showcase their products, diversify into new markets, and create lasting growth opportunities back home.”
– The Honourable Pat Finnigan, New Brunswick Minister of Agriculture, Aquaculture and Fisheries
“Prince Edward Island's reputation as Canada's Food Island is built on the high quality of our agriculture and agrifood products. This mission to the UK and Germany represents a strategic next step in our efforts to diversify export markets. We are confident that European consumers will recognize and value the premium quality of the products championed by our Island's food sector.”
– The Honourable Darlene Compton, Prince Edward Island Minister of Economic Development, Innovation and Trade
Quick facts
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The Atlantic Trade and Investment Growth Agreement (ATIGA) is a collaborative federal-provincial initiative to strengthen trade and investment performance across Atlantic Canada.
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Anuga is held biennially in Cologne, Germany, and draws over 150,000 trade visitors and 7,500 exhibitors from around the world.
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The Atlantic Canadian delegation was made up of companies and organizations across the food and beverage and health and wellness sectors.
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Contacts
Natasha Kochhar
Director of Projects and Caucus Relations
Office of the Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
Natasha.Kochhar@acoa-apeca.gc.ca
Media Relations
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
mediaroom-salledesmedias@acoa-apeca.gc.ca
Deborah Bayer
Province of Nova Scotia
902-225-4982
Deborah.Bayer@novascotia.ca
Nick Brown
Department of Agriculture, Aquaculture and Fisheries
Province of New Brunswick
nick.brown@gnb.ca
Vicki Tse
Department of Economic Development, Innovation and Trade
Government of Prince Edward Island
vickitse@gov.pe.ca