July 17, 2014 – Winnipeg, Manitoba – Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Today, the Agri-Innovators Committee’s final report was presented to federal, provincial and territorial (FPT) Agricultural Ministers during their annual meeting. The report outlines recommendations to help the sector realize its full growth potential by maximizing its innovation capacity along the entire value chain.
The Committee looked at impediments to the advancement of innovation and recommends concerted action in four key areas: regulatory reform, investment climate, public-private collaboration and entrepreneurial culture. The report concludes that ongoing industry leadership is critical in driving innovation to enable sector success.
The Committee has achieved its mandate and the report recommendations have been discussed with industry through the Value Chain Round Table Committees to determine how best to move forward to advance innovation in the sector.
“Although Canada is already a large exporter, Canada has so much more potential as a leader in the global food market. I believe that the Committee’s recommendations will help the industry reach for that growth potential through the adoption of innovative products and production techniques. Ultimately, the industry stands behind efforts to further improve our quality, productivity, and competitiveness in global markets.”
- Jim Thorne, President and Chief Executive Officer of Marsan Foods Limited and Agri-Innovators Committee member.
To request an electronic copy of the report, contact the Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) Publications Service at info@agr.gc.ca.
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