The Port of Vancouver is the major gateway for canola exports to Asia. For three major grain terminals on Vancouver Harbour’s north shore, including the brand new one from G3, all of their grain passes over the single-track Second Narrows Bridge. That bridge is a symbol for a complicated rail infrastructure pinch point and the master plan to fix it.
Canada’s Trade Commissioner Service helps Canadian exporters to find and maintain business relationships, boosting canola trade in Pakistan, China and many other markets.
Margaux McDonald, Canada’s senior trade commissioner in Pakistan, answers a few questions about canola market expansion in Pakistan.
Protein Industries Canada provides updates on two investments that show a lot of promise for canola. The Merit plant in Winnipeg will make food products that use canola proteins, and Botaneco has a new processing method that makes canola protein a better option for aquaculture.