Manitoba Boosts Investment in Global Agriculture Technology Exchange – SteinbachOnline.com

The Province of Manitoba has increased its support for the Global Agriculture Technology Exchange (Gate) project, adding $10.5 million to its previous commitment. This brings the province’s total investment to $23.5 million, underscoring Manitoba’s ambition to position itself as a global leader in agricultural innovation.

The Gate project, led by Cereals Canada, is a $102-million, state-of-the-art facility planned for downtown Winnipeg. It will serve as a hub for research, training, and international collaboration, ensuring the long-term competitiveness of Canada’s cereals industry.

Agriculture Minister Ron Kostyshyn described the initiative as transformative for global food systems viewing GATE as ‘a commercial kitchen’ taking raw product and creating finished products based on the clientele that are asking for specific ingredients.”

He emphasized the importance of Canadian wheat in global markets. “As we all know, Canada has the best wheat grown in the world. You could take that high-quality wheat that we grow in Western Canada and incorporate it with a blend of wheat from another part of the world to enhance the finished product.”

The minister added that expanding Manitoba’s presence in global markets will help protect farmers from trade instability.

Cereals Canada CEO Dean Dias welcomed the province’s increased support. “I would like to thank the Province for its continued support of Gate, and Premier Wab Kinew for championing this project over the last nine months. He notes the announcement puts us another step closer to getting shovels in the ground at a critical time for Canadian agriculture.

Screen shot of GATE’s promotional video

The Gate Capital Campaign, chaired by former Manitoba Senator JoAnne Buth, has raised $39.15 million toward its $100 million goal.

The facility will be built at Lombard and Westbrook, on land provided in-kind by James Richardson & Sons, Limited.

“On behalf of the cabinet, I would like to thank Premier Kinew for recognizing Gate as a priority project that positions Manitoba as a nucleus for grains innovation and benefits the whole of Canadian ag,” said Buth.

“We look forward to seeing other governments join Manitoba and make their own investments in Gate.”

The campaign continues to seek contributions from industry groups, agribusinesses, individuals, and all levels of government.

For more information, visit the Gate Capital Campaign website.