Agri-business
The agri-business sector in Winnipeg includes food processing facilities, research and development, major manufacturers of agricultural equipment, transportation, and marketing.
Agri-business Sector Profile
Some of the city’s agri-business sub-sectors, such as grain and hogs, are substantially mature. In recent years, additional sub-sectors have emerged with significant potential for growth, including functional foods, composites and bio-fuels.
Winnipeg has an established network of research and development organizations that identify and pursue new opportunities for the agri-business sector in Winnipeg. These efforts focus on:
- New product development for the agri-food and fibre sector
- A growing value-added agri-food processing sector
- An established agri-business manufacturing and technology sector
- A developing biotechnology and life sciences industry
Industry Partner Links
• Manitoba Food Processors Association
• Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Initiatives
• MAFRI – Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Initiatives
• MARN – Manitoba Agri-Health Research Network
Company Profiles
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Granny's Poultry Farmers Cooperative - Company Profile
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James Richardson & Sons Limited - Company Profile
Sector Profile
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Agri-business Sector Brief
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Agri-business Sector Profile