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April 30, 2010
Team Saskatchewan gears up for a great show at BIO 2010 Conference
A Saskatchewan team will showcase the province’s biotechnology capacity at BIO 2010 in Chicago IL May 3-6, 2010. The 18th Annual International Biotechnology Industry Organization convention theme is “Fulfilling the Promise.”
Local companies and organizations will collectively promote Saskatchewan as a leading-edge life science centre. AdeTherapeutics, Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization, Saskatchewan Regional Economic Development Authority, Saskatchewan Research Council, Prairie Plant Systems, Canadian Light Source, ABIC 2010, and Innovation Place join host companies Enterprise Saskatchewan and Ag-West Bio to spread the message that the business of biotechnology is thriving in this province.
Wilf Keller, Ag-West Bio’s President and CEO, says traveling to BIO gives local companies a great opportunity to network with the world’s biggest names in biotech. “Saskatchewan has a lot to offer, whether it is analytical services, contract research, pilot-scale testing…we are world-class. We have the physical infrastructure – for example, Canada’s only synchrotron is located here. And VIDO’s International Vaccine Centre, opening this year, will be one of the largest and most advanced high containment facilities for infectious disease in the world – and we have the technical knowledge to back it up.”
Darcy Pawlik, VP Life Science and Regulatory Affairs for Ag-West Bio, will lead the delegation this year. Pawlik says Saskatchewan has been a hidden gem in the biotech world. “Saskatchewan has incredible capabilities. We are Canada’s centre for ag-biotechnology, with a lot happening in a diversity of areas, such as genomics, plant-made pharmaceuticals and the development of diagnostic tools.”
Ag-West Bio / Saskatchewan booth is #1114 at BIO. Visit the booth to learn more about Saskatchewan’s biotech capabilities –and put your name in the draw for a Saskatchewan-made Firebike!
For more information, please contact:
Jackie Robin
Communications Director
Ag-West Bio Inc.
Tel: 306-668-2656
Margaret Catley-Carlson at Agricultural Biotechnology International Conference (ABIC 2010)
Saskatoon, SK: Water, water everywhere… but often too much in one place and not enough in another. Protecting the world’s water supplies is Margaret Catley-Carlson’s passion. She is chair of the Crop Diversity Trust and one of 66 industry experts to speak at ABIC 2010 Bridging Biology & Business.
The Agricultural Biotechnology International Conference returns to Saskatoon September 12-15, 2010, hosted by Ag-West Bio. ABIC, which began in Saskatoon in 1996, has traveled the world: Australia, Ireland, Germany and Thailand have each hosted the conference. ABIC 2010 is expected to draw 1000 delegates from around the world to hear a stellar line-up of presenters in three streams: Energy, Health and Sustainability.
Catley-Carlson has been working tirelessly for two decades on water related problems around the world. She is actively involved in organizations that apply science and knowledge to national and international problems in freshwater governance, health, agriculture, environmental protection, international development and development finance. At ABIC 2010, the title of her presentation is “Staying Healthy in an Unhealthy World: The Water Dimension.”
Beginning her career as a diplomat, Catley-Carlson has been Deputy
Minister of Health in Canada. Currently, she is chair of the Board of
the Crop Diversity Trust, the World Economic Forum Global Agenda Council
on Water and the Foresight Advisory Committee for Group Suez
Environment. She is a patron of the Global Water Partnership, and a
member of the UN Secretary General's Advisory Board, the Rosenberg Forum
and of the Council of Advisors of the World Food Prize and
serves on the Boards of the IMWI (the International Center for
Water Resource Management); the IFDC (Fertilizer Management) and IIED -
the International Institute for Environment and Development. She has
been chair of the ICARDA and CABI Boards and the Water Supply and
Sanitation Collaborative Council, vice chair of the IDRC Board and a
commissioner of water for the 21st Century and a Board Member of the
Biblioteca Alexandrina. She was president of the Canadian International
Development Agency 1983-89; deputy executive director of UNICEF in New
York 1981-1983; president of the Population Council in New York 1993-98;
and deputy minister of the Department of Health and Welfare of Canada
1989-92.
Catley-Carlson has ten honorary degrees and is an officer of the Order
of Canada.
For more about Catley-Carlson and other confirmed speakers please visit the ABIC 2010 website: www.abic.ca/abic2010
For more information about ABIC 2010, please contact:
Brenda Scott
Senior Event Planner
Ag-West Bio Inc.
Tel: 306-668-2650
Ag-West Bio begins new funding contract, appoints new CEO
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan: Ag-West Bio has received continued funding from the Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture to carry out the activities related to their new three-year strategic plan. A management agreement between Ag-West Bio and Genome Prairie has Wilf Keller taking on the role of president and CEO for Ag-West Bio. Keller will maintain his position of president and CEO at Genome Prairie.
Ag-West Bio and Genome Prairie have a long history of collaboration and cooperation. Ag-West was instrumental in bringing Genome Prairie to Saskatoon, when it restructured in 2005 and relocated its head office from Calgary. Since the move, the two companies have shared office space at Innovation Place Research Park in Saskatoon.
This management agreement provides a new level of efficiency and increased opportunity to take advantage of synergies between the two companies. Both organizations are active in capacity building and promoting the bioscience community in Saskatchewan; however, each has a distinct mandate and will continue to operate with autonomy while maintaining their corporate brands.
Susan Milburn, Ag-West Bio’s Board Chair, says the timing is right for this change, as Ag-West begins implementation of its new strategic plan. “We first want to thank Ian McPhadden, who has lent a steady hand to Ag-West over the past 16 months as interim CEO. Our arrangement with Wilf Keller, who will provide strong leadership for execution of our strategic plan, will set Ag-West on a continued path of excellent service to the ag-bioeconomy community in Saskatchewan.”
McPhadden says he is confident this is a good move for the organization. “Wilf has the history, the connections and the skill set that will help the company fulfill its mandate to make Saskatchewan the most vibrant ag-bioeconomy in the country.”
Keller, a well-known and respected leader in Saskatchewan’s bio-community, says he is looking forward to the new arrangement between the two companies. “Genome Prairie is pleased to continue working with Ag West to build and promote Saskatchewan’s bioscience sector.”
For further information, contact:
| Susan Milburn Vice President Raymond James Ltd. Tel: 306-651-4255 |
Jackie Robin Communications Director Ag-West Bio Inc. Tel: 306-668-2656 |
March 24, 2010
Workshop aims to
promote Canada’s biodiesel industry
Saskatoon, SK – Farmers and scientists will work side by side today, learning the intricacies of making biodiesel at a workshop hosted by Ag-West Bio at Innovation Place.
During the workshop, facilitated by Canadian International Grains Institute (CIGI), participants will see biodiesel being produced in The Flower Power biodiesel demonstration trailer and even make a small batch of biodiesel. The course not only teaches the chemistry behind biodiesel production; participants learn about safety precautions, insurance issues, feedstock sources and the economics of production.
Zenneth Faye, Executive Manager of Milligan Bio-Tech, is the guest speaker in the afternoon.
Rex Newkirk, Director of Research and Business Development for CIGI, says there are a number of reasons his organization is teaching individuals how to make biodiesel. Number one, he says, is to help the industry achieve the 550 million litre/year mandate introduced by the federal government. “The federal mandate calls for 550 million litres of biodiesel per year. Right now, we make only about 110 million litres (per year). My fear is that if we can’t produce enough, the mandate could disappear.”
Producers stand to benefit from biodiesel, but there has been negative media and misinformation about the safety and value of the fuel. “The more people learn about the process, the more supportive they are of the product and the industry,” says Newkirk.
For more information about the biodiesel workshop, visit www.cigi.ca.
Jackie Robin
Communications Director
Ag-West Bio Inc.
Tel: 306-668-2656
January 8, 2010
Dr. Cary Fowler promotes sustainability at Agricultural Biotechnology
International Conference (ABIC 2010) in Saskatoon, September 2010
Saskatoon, SK: Dr. Cary Fowler is protecting the future of food one seed
at a time. Dr. Fowler helped to create the Svalbard Global Seed Vault,
housed under the snow in the Arctic Circle in Norway. The vault
preserves hundreds of varieties of seeds, ensuring that the world’s food
supply has the necessary diversity to stand against threats of disease
and climate change. Dr. Fowler is one of 66 industry experts to speak at
ABIC 2010 Bridging Biology & Business.
The Agricultural Biotechnology International Conference returns to
Saskatoon September 12-15, 2010, hosted by Ag-West Bio. ABIC, which
began in Saskatoon in 1996, has traveled the world: Australia, Ireland,
Germany and Thailand have each hosted the conference. ABIC 2010 is
expected to draw 1000 delegates from around the world to hear a stellar
line-up of presenters in three streams: Energy, Health and
Sustainability.
Dr. Fowler is Executive Director of the Global Crop Diversity Trust. His
career in the conservation and use of crop diversity spans 30 years. In
1985 he was awarded the Right Livelihood Award (the "Alternative Nobel
Prize") in a ceremony in the Swedish Parliament. In the 1990s, he headed
the International Conference and Programme on Plant Genetic Resources at
the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), which
produced the UN's first ever global assessment of the state of the
world's plant genetic resources. He drafted and supervised negotiations
of FAO's Global Plan of Action for Plant Genetic Resources, adopted by
150 countries in 1996. That same year he served as Special Assistant to
the Secretary General of the World Food Summit. He is currently Chair of
the International Advisory Council of the Svalbard Global Seed Vault.
Dr. Fowler has been profiled by CBS 60 Minutes and the New Yorker, is
the author of several books on the subject of plant genetic resources
and more than 75 articles on the topic in agriculture, law, and
development journals. Cary earned his Ph.D. at the University of Uppsala
(Sweden), and in 2008 received an honorary doctorate from Simon Fraser
University (Canada). To learn more about the Svalbard Global Seed Vault,
view the following lecture:
http://www.croptrust.org/main/
For more about Cary Fowler and other confirmed speakers please visit the
ABIC 2010 website:
www.abic.ca/abic2010
For more information, please contact:
| Brenda Scott Senior Event Planner Ag-West Bio Inc. Tel: 306-668-2650 |
Jackie Robin Communications Director Ag-West Bio Inc. Tel: 306-668-2656 |
Jay Ingram to speak at Agricultural Biotechnology International Conference (ABIC 2010) in Saskatoon, September 2010
Saskatoon, SK: Canadian author and broadcaster Jay Ingram will be the keynote at the ABIC 2010 public forum September 12, 2010. Ingram is one of four keynotes and 66 industry experts to speak at ABIC 2010 Bridging Biology & Business. Ingram hosts the science program Daily Planet on Discovery Channel Canada.
The Agricultural Biotechnology International Conference returns to Saskatoon September 12-15, 2010, hosted by Ag-West Bio. ABIC, which began in Saskatoon in 1996, has traveled the world: Australia, Ireland, Germany and Thailand have each hosted the conference. ABIC 2010 is expected to draw 1000 delegates from around the world to hear a stellar line-up of presenters in three streams: Energy, Health and Sustainability.
Jay Ingram is the author of several bestselling books including Talk, Talk, Talk: Decoding the Mysteries of Speech; The Science of Everyday Life; The Velocity of Honey: And More Science of Everyday Life; and The Burning House: Unlocking the Mysteries of the Brain, which won the 1995 Canadian Science Writers Book Award. Ingram's most recent popular science book is entitled Theatre of the Mind: Pulling Back the Curtain on Consciousness published by Harper Collins in October 2005. Ingram has had a weekly science column for the Toronto Star since 1993.
For more about Jay Ingram and other confirmed ABIC 2010 speakers please visit the conference website: www.abic.ca/abic2010
| Brenda Scott Senior Event Planner Ag-West Bio Inc. Tel: 306-668-2650 |
Jackie Robin Communications Director Ag-West Bio Inc. Tel: 306-668-2656 |
October 29, 2009
Ag-West Bio congratulates member companies Bio-Extraction Inc. and
Mustard Capital Inc. for winning ABEX Awards
Saskatoon, SK: Bio-Extraction Inc (Bio-Exx) and Mustard Capital
Inc. (MCI) were each announced winners at the ABEX (Achievement for
Business Excellence) Awards banquet in Saskatoon on Saturday, October
24, 2009. Milligan Bio-Tech was an ABEX finalist. All three companies
are members of Ag-West Bio.
MCI captured the Achievement for Business Excellence Award for Exports
(sponsored by the Saskatchewan Trade and Export Partnership). MCI
operates a dry mustard milling facility in Gravelbourg, SK. Since
opening in 2007, MCI has sold a full range of mustard-ingredient
products, including de-oiled mustard flour, bran and extracted oil, to
15 countries and is targeting selected markets in Asia and the Middle
East for market expansion in 2009-10. The company is Kosher certified,
and certified organic by OCIA.
Bio-Exx took home the “Technology in Action” New Saskatchewan Product
Award (sponsored by the Saskatchewan Research Council). Bio-Exx is
developing and commercializing a low temperature oil extraction and
protein isolation system that allows for the separation and sale of very
high value protein isolates from canola.
“It is a great honour to be recognized in our community among so many
other excellent Saskatchewan companies,” said Laurence Parslow, General
Manager and Director of R&D. “We are very excited about the new
canola-based protein products that we are bringing to market. We look
forward to continued success working with some of the best minds and
research organizations in the industry here in Saskatchewan.” The
company has invested over $15 million in Saskatchewan for the
development of a processing plant in Saskatoon, which began operations
in March of 2009. Bio-Exx is planning to invest an additional $20
million over the next 6-9 months and is creating approximately 40 new
jobs at its plant in Saskatoon.
Milligan Bio-Tech was nominated for the ABEX Job Creation Award. Since
production began in 2001 in Foam Lake, SK, Milligan Bio-Tech has grown
at a tremendous rate, nearly doubling its sales every year. Using
non-food grade canola, the company manufactures biodiesel and
biodiesel-related products that meet or exceed US and European quality
standards.
Recognizing the potential of these organizations, Ag-West Bio assisted
them in overcoming some of the hurdles faced by start-up companies,
along with providing seed capital through its commercialization fund.
“Introducing new products to international markets requires a lot of
support,” says MCI CEO Tom Halpenny, “We often found ourselves drawing
on the resources of Ag-West Bio to identify key partners for the new
innovative mustard based products we are presenting to diversify our
presence in the market.”
Ag-West Bio president & CEO Ian McPhadden, says, “I would like to extend
a big congratulations to our member companies on behalf of Ag-West Bio.
This is a terrific example of the potential of innovation in
Saskatchewan – great ideas followed through with typical Saskatchewan
hard work. Ag-West Bio believes seed funding can help generate long-term
economic growth in Saskatchewan’s bioeconomy.”
For more information, please contact:
Jackie Robin
Communications Director
Ag-West Bio Inc.
306-668-2656
Celebrate Saskatchewan Innovation at the National Biotechnology Week Reception
Regina, Saskatchewan: On September 28, stakeholders and politicians will hear experts talk about the benefits of biotechnology at the Saskatchewan Science Centre in Regina, along with other activities to help promote and celebrate biotechnology in Saskatchewan. The reception winds up a busy Biotech Week in Saskatchewan.
Activities at the Science Centre include hands-on workshops for school students, including “Amazing Anatomy,” and a movie entitled “Cancer Warrior” in the Saskatchewan Science Centre’s Kramer IMAX Theatre. Local politicians are invited to interact with students – tomorrow’s innovators – making biodiesel during an interactive workshop. The “Flower Power” interpretive biodiesel trailer will park in front of the Legislative Assembly in the morning, moving to the Science Centre for the afternoon.
Highlights of the closing reception include presentations by keynote
speakers:
Dr. Andrew Potter is Director and CEO of VIDO / InterVac, the
world-leading vaccine research and development organization at the
University of Saskatchewan;
Dr. Len Juras is Senior Scientist at Dow AgroSciences, a major
international company with a significant research presence in our
province.
Dr. Peter Phillips, Professor in the new Graduate School of Public
Policy, University of Saskatchewan, is an expert in the field of
bioeconomy policy who has authored numerous books on intellectual
property, regulations and genomics. His research team recently received
a $5.4 million Genome Canada grant entitled 'Value Generation Through
Genomics (VALGEN). Our province’s top innovators in biotechnology, in
health, agriculture, and energy will join us to mark the week.
IMAX Theatre
Presentation:
11:00am to 12:00 noon
Biodiesel interactive workshop: 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Speakers & Reception: 2:30 p.m. - 4:00 pm
With National Biotechnology Week in its sixth year, events across Canada
promote awareness and celebrate the benefits of biotechnology. The City
of Saskatoon, the City of Regina and the Province of Saskatchewan
officially proclaimed September 18 to 25 as Biotech Week.
For more information contact:
Jackie Robin
Communications Director
Ag-West Bio Inc.
Tel: 306-668-2656
Outreach Day a learning experience for rural Saskatchewan students
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan: Students from rural schools will participate in the National Biotechnology Week Outreach Day, taking place Tuesday, September 22 at the College of Agriculture and Bioresources on the U of S campus.
Students in grades 10 – 12 choose six stations from a list of nine, and have a chance to work in real labs at the College, giving them the opportunity to see what it might be like to work as a biotechnology researcher.
Workshops begin at 10:00 am and run through the day, ending at 2:30 pm. Titles include DNA Fingerprinting Diagnostics, CSI or Better Beef, Biodiesel Start to Finish, Biotechnology Research in Motion, and others.
With National Biotechnology Week in its sixth year, Saskatchewan is hosting events designed to promote awareness and celebrate the benefits of biotechnology. These include educational, commercialization and advocacy events in Saskatoon and Regina. Be a part of Biotech Week in Saskatchewan!
To see a list of all Saskatchewan events during Biotech Week, go to: http://www.agwest.sk.ca/events/NBW%202009/NBW-09SaskEventsListing.htm
For more information contact:
Jackie Robin
Communications Director
Ag-West Bio Inc.
Tel: 306-668-2656
September 21, 2009
Celebrate Saskatchewan Innovation: September 18 – 25 proclaimed Biotech
Week by the Government of Saskatchewan, City of Saskatoon and City of
Regina
"Saskatchewan is Canada's agricultural biotechnology capital, with 30
per cent of the Canadian industry located in the province. The Biotech
industry plays an important role in our provincial economy and is vital
to the future of our agriculture industry," says Agriculture Minister
Bob Bjornerud in a Government of Saskatchewan news release issued Sept.
18.
With National Biotechnology Week in its sixth year, Saskatchewan is
hosting events designed to promote awareness and celebrate the benefits
of biotechnology. These include educational, commercialization and
advocacy events in Saskatoon and Regina. Be a part of Biotech Week in
Saskatchewan!
Tuesday, Sept. 22 - Education Outreach at the U of S
Wednesday, Sept. 23 - Commercialization Luncheon
Thursday, Sept. 24 - Education Outreach at SIAST
Thursday, Sept. 24 - Biotech & Beer at Boffins
Monday, Sept. 28 - Advocacy & Networking Reception at the Saskatchewan
Science Centre (Regina)
For detailed information about Saskatchewan Biotech Week events,
click here.
For more information contact:
Jackie Robin
Communications Director
Ag-West Bio Inc.
Tel: 306-668-2656
September 14, 2009
Past Presidents join celebration as Ag-West Bio marks 20 years of
building Saskatchewan’s bioeconomy
September 15, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan: Three leaders who helped build
Saskatchewan’s bioeconomy return to Saskatoon September 15th, 2009 to
celebrate Ag-West Bio Inc.’s 20th anniversary at the Radisson Hotel in
Saskatoon. Murray McLaughlin, Peter McCann and Ashley O’Sullivan each
served as CEO and President of the company, and they are coming to share
their insights and current experience in the industry, with a historical
perspective. Batoche MLA Delbert Kirsch brings a message from the
Province, while Director of Regional Affairs for Agriculture & Agri-Food
Canada, Andrea Smotra, brings greetings on behalf of Minister Gerry
Ritz. Presentations begin at 1:30 p.m. with the annual meeting at 2:30
p.m. and networking reception to follow.
Dr. Murray McLaughlin, the first president of Ag-West Biotech, has
served the agricultural biotechnology industry in Canada for over 40
years. He is widely recognized and respected for the role he played in
establishing Saskatchewan’s position as a world leader in biotechnology.
McLaughlin played an instrumental role in attracting close to 30
agbiotech businesses to the region. His leadership helped to create a
multi-million dollar industry in the province.
Peter McCann has had a major impact on Saskatchewan. He was president of
Prairie Malt Ltd. in Biggar and the founder and first president of the
Great Western Brewing Company in Saskatoon. He also served on Saskatoon
City Council from 1982 to 2003. During his tenure as president of
Ag-West Biotech from 1997 to 2004, McCann played an instrumental role in
the start-up of 20 life sciences companies and assisted in attracting
several multi-national life sciences companies to Saskatchewan. McCann
is still active in the development of Canada’s regulatory structure for
the bioeconomy.
Dr. Ashley O’Sullivan helped navigate Ag-West Biotech through a
successful amalgamation with Bio-Products Saskatchewan and the
Saskatchewan Nutraceutical Network. His leadership led to the Conference
Board of Canada’s consultation and the development of the Life Sciences
Strategy – a roadmap for the future direction of Saskatchewan
bio-economy. Throughout his career, O’Sullivan has served on numerous
boards, managed research projects in India, Brazil and China, and won
several awards, including an APEX leadership award for outstanding
contribution to the Canadian public service.
Ag-West Bio is a membership-based organization at the forefront of
Saskatchewan’s bio-economy, working with start-up and early-stage
companies to help them develop sound business plans and secure
financing. The Ag-West Bio commercialization fund is a source of
start-up capital, launching several successful businesses. Ag-West
provides an industry perspective to government and supports the
development of a transparent and efficient framework of policies and
regulations.
For more information, please contact:
| Ian McPhadden President & CEO Ag-West Bio Inc. Tel: 306-975-1939 |
Jackie Robin Communications Director Ag-West Bio Inc. Tel: (306) 668-2656 |
Biofuels leaders from the North and South come together at the World Congress on Industrial Biotechnology & Bioprocessing in Montreal
A breakfast seminar on Wednesday, July 22, 2009 at World Congress in Montreal will be a meeting of the minds as biofuels leaders from across Canada and Southern United States join to identify areas where sustainable alliances are possible to address challenges in the growing area of advanced biofuels, including cellulosic ethanol. Over 100 guests are expected to attend.
Terry-Lynn Quadri, VP Strategy & Business Development at Ag-West Bio in Saskatchewan was eager to make the event happen. “We believe bringing these research groups together is a great opportunity to explore synergistic partnerships that will benefit bioeconomy innovators in both countries. Each group has unique strengths the others can tap into in order to avoid duplication, fill research gaps and build on collaborative efforts.”
Western Canadian speakers are Darren Anweiler (Saskatchewan Research Council); Dr. Martin Reaney (University of Saskatchewan); Dr. David Levin (University of Manitoba); and Pat Guidera (Government of Alberta). New Brunswick speakers are John Argall (BioAtlantech) and Thor Olesen (Atlantic BioEnergy Task Force). Speakers from the Southeastern United States are W. Steven Burke (Biofuels Center of North Carolina); Erik Sander (Florida Energy Systems Consortium) and Dr. Kenneth R. Tindall (North Carolina Biotechnology Center). The talks will be followed by a roundtable discussion.
For speaker biographies, please go to: www.agwest.sk.ca/events/worldcongressbreakfast.pdf
For more on The World Congress on Industrial Biotechnology & Bioprocessing, visit: www.bio.org/worldcongress
The breakfast will take place at:
Jolliet Room, Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth Hotel
900 René-Lévesque Blvd West, Montréal
To arrange interviews with speakers please contact:
Norman Smit
Communications & Education Director
Biofuels Center of North Carolina
Cell 919-339-3509
nsmit@biofuelscenter.org
For more information Saskatchewan’s bioeconomy, please contact
| Jackie Robin Communications Director Ag-West Bio Inc. Tel: (306) 668-2656 |
Terry-Lynn Quadri |
Team Saskatchewan gears up for a great show at BIO 2009 Conference
A Saskatchewan team will showcase the province’s biotechnology capacity at BIO 2009 in Atlanta, Georgia May 18 - 22, 2009. The 17th Annual International Biotechnology Industry Organization convention theme is Heal, Fuel, Feed the World.
Local companies and organizations will collectively promote Saskatchewan as a leading-edge life science centre. Performance Plants, AdeTherapeutics, Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization, Saskatchewan Regional Economic Development Authority, Saskatchewan Research Council, Prairie Plant Systems, Canadian Light Source, Innovation Place and Genome Prairie join host companies Enterprise Saskatchewan and Ag-West Bio to spread the message that the business of biotechnology is thriving in this province.
Ian McPhadden, Ag-West Bio’s President and CEO, says travelling to BIO gives local companies a great opportunity to network with the world’s biggest names in biotech. “Saskatchewan companies can compete on a world-wide scale. The resources available in this province make anything possible. We have the knowledge and the physical infrastructure to make things happen.”
Darcy Pawlik, VP Life Sciences and Regulatory Affairs, and Terry-Lynn Quadri, VP Strategy and Business Development (both with Ag-West) will lead the delegation this year. Pawlik says one of our goals is to let the world know about the scope of biotechnology activity in the province. “Ag-biotech is, of course, one of Saskatchewan’s strengths, but a lot of other areas are developing, such as genomics, plant-made pharmaceuticals and diagnostic tools. There’s a lot happening here.”
Quadri notes that in this time of world-wide economic turmoil, Saskatchewan is holding its own. “Saskatchewan is not a one industry province. There is such a diversity of activity that our economy has been able, so far, to remain healthy. Biotechnology is an important part of this economy. Developing a positive business atmosphere that encourages growth and entrepreneurship is one of our goals at Ag-West Bio.”
Ag-West Bio / Saskatchewan booth is #3702 at BIO. Learn more about Team Saskatchewan at www.agwest.sk.ca/bio2009
BIO International Convention Overview:
The BIO International Convention is the largest global event for the biotechnology industry. The event features keynotes and hundreds of sessions covering biotech trends, policy issues and technological innovations, presented by policymakers, scientists, CEOs, and celebrities. It attracts the biggest names in biotech, offers networking and partnering opportunities, and provides insights and inspiration on the major trends affecting the industry.
The convention also features the world's largest biotechnology exhibition - the BIO Exhibition. With over 20,000 delegates expected, the exhibit hall will boast the largest gathering of biotechnology exhibitors in 2009. This year, more than 2,200 exhibitors are expected, with an increased international presence. Visit the BIO 2009 conference website: http://convention.bio.org/
For further information, contact:
| Jackie Robin Communications Director Ag-West Bio Inc. Tel: (306) 668-2656 |
January 15, 2009
Ian McPhadden: a new shine on Ag-West Bio
Ian McPhadden, the new President and CEO at Ag-West Bio Inc. as of January 6th, has been involved in developing Saskatchewan’s bio-economy for many years. His service on Ag-West Bio’s board of directors gives him a great deal of insight and plenty of ideas – which he plans to explore in his new role.
“I’m fascinated by biotechnology and I’ve met so many interesting people in my years of involvement with Ag-West Bio. This organization has been recognized on an international scale for work it has done in the past. I hope to put a new shine on Ag-West.”
Ian’s past experience will serve him well at Ag-West Bio. After studying agriculture and geology at the University of Saskatchewan, he worked as a geologist for a number of years, until the opportunity came for him to take over the family farm. He took it and ran a successful grain operation until his retirement in 2006.
Even with the busy life of a farmer, his activities extended well beyond his fence line. In 1988, Ian was selected as one of Canada’s Outstanding Young Farmers, and later served as chairperson for the national organization. In 1990, he was awarded a Nuffield Scholarship to study and report on farming practices in Australia and Europe. He is now a director with the Canadian Nuffield Association. He served as interim CEO for Prairie Malt and has been involved in numerous producer groups, including the Pulse Growers and Canola Growers Associations. For over 25 years, Ian has hosted students from around the world through the International Agriculture Exchange Association (IAEA).
Ian has the support of another well-known and respected Ag-West board member, Pete Desai, who will assist him in developing the company’s strategic plan. After retiring from Dow AgroSciences Canada Inc., Pete started Desai & Desai, a consulting company with a focus on developing strategies, business and research collaborations for agricultural biotechnologies and their applications. Pete serves on a broad range of ag-biotech related boards, including the U of S Crop Development Centre Advisory Board, Genome Prairie, NRC-PBI and the Alberta Agriculture Research Institute.
Retirement from farming doesn’t mean slowing down for Ian. He is pleased to be a player in this game during these exciting times in Saskatchewan. As a farmer, he realizes the value of research to the farming profession and the great potential it offers our resource-based province to gain returns from its natural resources.
He believes Ag-West Bio is set to be a major player in the development of the bio-economy. “The business opportunities in the life sciences sector are rapidly growing and we plan to take full advantage of the strengths in this province to develop the bio-economy to its potential. We have creative and knowledgeable people at Ag-West Bio, with a singular goal – to make Saskatchewan the leader in Canada’s bio-economy.”
| Ian McPhadden President & CEO Ag-West Bio Inc. Tel: (306) 975-1939 |
Jackie Robin |
January 13, 2009
Strength in numbers: Saskatchewan’s Ag-West Bio teams with Ontario’s BioEnterprise to benefit entrepreneurs
(Saskatoon, SK) Ag-West Bio Inc. and Ontario’s BioEnterprise Corporation have entered into a formal mutual support agreement to strengthen their capabilities and benefit bio-based companies in both provinces.
Ag-West Bio and BioEnterprise are not-for-profit companies committed to helping entrepreneurs commercialize innovative ideas. The two organizations will share resources and services so each can better assist entrepreneurs. For local companies, this opens doors to opportunities in both provinces.
Former president and CEO of Ag-West Bio, Dr. Perry Lidster, was central to the development of this partnership and believes the commitment between Ag-West and BioEnterprise was a natural progression. “Partnering with BioEnterprise broadens our horizons. In order to grow the bio-economy in Saskatchewan, we have to look outside the provincial boundaries and increase our market range.” he says. “This agreement doubles our resources. Saskatchewan companies gain increased access to financing, market knowledge and partnering opportunities.”
BioEnterprise President and CEO Dave Smardon, says “It’s an opportunity for two leading organizations in agri-innovation to collaborate on a much greater level. From research to innovation to development, we have the ability to connect our clients with the best resources available in the country.”
Ag-West Bio is a membership-based organization at Innovation Place Research Park in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. The company works as a catalyst for developing partnerships and industry growth in the bio-economy through investments, aiding strategic alliances, providing regulatory advice and communications.
Having recently established the Agri-Technology Commercialization Centre in Guelph, Ontario, BioEnterprise assists entrepreneurs as they commercialize innovative new products and technologies in the fields of agriculture, agri-food, bioproducts and agri-life sciences. Being the only Limited Market Dealer in Canada dedicated to agricultural technologies enables BioEnterprise to bring investment capital to commercialization opportunities within these sectors.
Entrepreneurs in both provinces will benefit as Ag-West Bio and BioEnterprise pool their resources to help them commercialize innovative ideas.
For further information, contact:
| Ian McPhadden President & CEO Ag-West Bio Inc. Tel: (306) 975-1939 |
Dave Smardon |
January 12, 2009
New president and CEO for Ag-West Bio Inc.
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan - Ian McPhadden, a long standing member of Ag-West Bio’s board of directors, has taken on the duties of interim president and CEO of Ag-West Bio Inc. The position was previously held by Dr. Perry Lidster, who has left Ag-West Bio to pursue other opportunities.
McPhadden will be supported in his role by Pete Desai, who has also served for many years on the
Ag-West Bio board. This interim management team will continue developing a new strategic plan to address the long-term sustainability of the organization.
Ag-West Bio will continue to strive to build a strong relationship with key stakeholders, partners and members, providing leadership in growing and creating new opportunities for Saskatchewan’s agriculture and life science sector.
John Hyshka, Chair of Ag-West Bio’s board of directors, says the board of directors has full confidence in McPhadden and Desai, both of whom are well known in the industry, with extensive knowledge of the work of Ag-West Bio.
Ag-West Bio’s board of directors values your input and advice. We look forward to your continued support in building Saskatchewan’s bio-economy.
Please direct questions to the Board Chair, John Hyshka.
| John Hyshka Ag-West Bio Board Chair Tel: (306) 244-8233 |
Ian McPhadden President & CEO Tel: (306) 975-1939 |
October 16, 2008
Ag-West Bio investment in Bio-Extraction Inc. for development of canola protein
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan – Ag-West Bio is investing $300,000 from its Revolving Commercialization Fund into Bio-Extraction Inc.(BXI:TSX-V) (“BioExx”). This deferred payment loan is to further the development of BioExx’s canola protein Super-Concentrates and Isolates for the global food market. The company is constructing a new facility in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, which is expected to begin commercial operation by January 2009.
“Our investment into BioExx for its product development work confirms our commitment to growing the bio-economy in Saskatchewan. Bio Exx’s strategic move into the Saskatoon cluster and into the province will not only signal the growth of this cluster but also help attract more investment into the life sciences economy in Saskatchewan,” says Lisey Mascarenhas, VP of Investments and Health for Ag-West Bio Inc.
“We are very pleased to be recognized as a part of the very close knit agricultural product development community in Saskatoon. The team at Ag-West has been particularly supportive in assisting us from the beginning,” says BioExx CEO, Chris Carl. “We have invested and will continue to invest significantly in R&D across the very broad and capable infrastructure in Saskatchewan, and we look forward to utilizing these funds to further extend our working relationship with the world class scientists at POS Pilot Plant Systems, Feeds Innovation Institute and the Prairie Swine Centre. For us, this is an important recognition of the unique and commercially valuable work that BioExx has engaged in. We intend to return these funds, many times over, throughout the agri-business value chain.”
About Bio-Extraction Inc.
Headquartered in Toronto, Canada, BioExx is a leading technology company focused on the extraction of oil and high-value proteins from oilseeds for the global food market. BioExx’ patented technology allows for the use of significantly lower temperatures than conventional methods in extracting the active ingredients and oils from oilseeds, resulting in higher yields and higher-quality meal, oils and proteins. BioExx’ low energy requirements, environmentally sound process, and high-yield production have the potential to make a valuable contribution in alleviating food crop scarcity.
BioExx is currently constructing its first commercial specialty extraction facility for processing canola to produce protein concentrates for the aquaculture and specialty animal feed markets, as well as canola oil and meal. To find out more about Bio-Extraction Inc. (TSX-V: BXI), please visit our website at www.bioexx.com
For further information, contact:
| Brad Bly Ag-West Bio Inc. Technology Commercialization Manager Ph: (306) 975-1939 |
Chris Schnarr Chief Financial Officer Bio Extraction Inc. Ph: (416) 588-4442 x 111 |
September 18, 2008
Astronaut, physician and scientist Roberta Bondar “BIOTECanada Biotechnology Champion,” visits Saskatoon during National Biotechnology Week
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan: Dr. Roberta Bondar, Canada’s first female astronaut, is speaking at a luncheon on September 24th, 2008 at the Saskatoon Inn.
The luncheon is hosted by the Greater Saskatoon Chamber of Commerce and the North Saskatoon Business Association, in support of National Biotechnology Week. The title of Dr. Bondar’s presentation is “A Little Biotech Goes a Long Way.” Dr. Bondar will also speak to approximately 600 students at E.D. Feehan Catholic High School in Saskatoon, starting at 2:00 p.m.
With National Biotechnology Week in its fifth year, events are planned across Canada to promote awareness and to celebrate the benefits of biotechnology. The City of Saskatoon, the City of Regina and the Province of Saskatchewan have officially proclaimed September 19 to 26 as Biotech Week, while Saskatchewan organizations are collaborating to host a variety of events.
On September 23rd, an Education Outreach Day is being held at the U of S College of Agriculture and Bioresources. Grade-school students from three rural schools (Warman, Leask and Hague) are participating in fun and informative, hands-on activities, with names such as “Power of Fungi and Bacteria”; “The Art of Death”; and “Biodiesel Fun House.”
On September 25th around 50 guests are expected to attend a Regional Advocacy Day at the Legislative Assembly in Regina starting at 1:30 p.m. Keynote speakers are Daren Coppock, Chief Executive Officer of the National Association of Wheat Growers, and David Dennis, CEO of Performance Plants Inc. Local politicians will join leaders in the life sciences who are excited to share information on the advanced technologies they are creating in Saskatchewan for the world to use.
For further information, contact:
| Perry Lidster, Ph.D President,CEO Ag-West Bio Inc. Ph: (306) 975-1939 |
Jackie Robin Director of Communications Ag-West Bio Inc. Ph: (306) 668-2656 |
Visit Dr. Roberta Bondar’s official website: http://www.robertabondar.com.
June 17, 2008
Saskatchewan, Canada’s New Leader in Economic Growth,Delivers Innovation Leadership at BIO 2008
SAN DIEGO, Calif. — Booth #4325 - June 17, 2008 —Saskatchewan’s message at this year’s BIO International Convention in San Diego is that innovation is the province’s most competitive and sustainable advantage in life sciences.
To drive home this message, Saskatchewan, with the fastest economic growth rate in Canada and the largest agricultural biotechnology sector, has adopted one of the smallest foot prints possible at the world’s largest biotechnology event of the year.
“Saskatchewan’s bio-economy speaks to both the minutiae and magnitude of life.
By working with life’s smallest building blocks, Saskatchewan is contributing important bio innovations that contribute to life’s big picture,” said Dale Botting, Deputy Minister of Saskatchewan Enterprise and Innovation.
In the last decade, the number of life sciences companies in Saskatchewan has tripled from 19 to 57 and employment in the field has more than doubled. In addition, Saskatchewan companies continue to generate Canada’s best ratio of bioproducts in the market to bioproducts in development.
“The growing community of agricultural biotechnology startups in Saskatchewan is a testament to the province’s strong and varied research infrastructure,” said Perry Lidster, Ag-West Bio Inc’s president and chief executive officer.
Key Innovations
1. Canadian Light Source Inc. (CLS) – Saskatoon, SK is home to Canada’s only synchrotron. Its BioMedical Imaging beamline is the most advanced in the world. The beamline is expected to evolve as a gold standard to which the medical imaging community will aspire and eventually adopt as a universal standard.
2. Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization (VIDO) - VIDO has developed five world animal vaccines and holds patents on 60 more. VIDO’s expertise extends to human disease since more than 75 per cent of new diseases found in humans originate in animals.
VIDO’s International Vaccine Centre currently being built will focus on vaccine development for both animal and human pathogens. The centre will be the first of its kind in the world and will include a bio-safety Level 3 high-containment testing facility for large animals.
3. Saskatchewan Research Council has designed a number of vehicles that are world firsts in alternative energy. One such vehicle is a tractor fuelled solely by hydrated ethanol which has caught the attention of government and tractor manufacturers in India.
4. University of Saskatchewan Toxicology Centre - is the largest and most sophisticated aquatic toxicology research facility in Canada. The Interdisciplinary Graduate Program in Toxicology at the University of Saskatchewan is the fastest growing toxicology program in Canada.
5. Agricultural Biotechnology – Recently, Saskatchewan was responsible for identifying an unknown gene that helps plants resist stress.
Agbiotech is Saskatchewan’s niche. Given that Saskatchewan is home to 44 per cent of Canada’s cultivated farmland, it’s not surprising that it is also home to one third of the country’s ag biotech industry.
About Ag-West Bio Inc.
Ag-West Bio Inc. is a member-based organization responsible for initiating, promoting and supporting the growth of Saskatchewan’s agricultural bio-industries, including the commercialization of food and non-food related technologies. The non-profit organization’s investments have resulted in approximately $760 million directed toward Saskatchewan’s GDP.
For more information, visit: http://www.agwest.sk.ca/.
| Perry Lidster, Ph.D President,CEO Ag-West Bio Inc. Ph: (306) 975-1939 |
Darcy Pawlik Director of External Affairs Ag-West Bio Inc. Ph: (306) 668-2654 |
June 11, 2008
Sask Companies Exhibit at BIO 2008
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan: Several Saskatchewan companies today announced their attendance at the Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) annual international convention in San Diego, California, June 17 – 20, 2008. BIO is the foremost conference focusing on biotech innovation. With anticipated attendance of over 20,000, it is a global event, drawing international biotech leaders sharing insight and exploring opportunities. Issues such as intellectual property protection, follow-on biologics and biosimilars, networking for disease research and development, and sustainable agriculture in developing countries are the primary themes of the 2008 conference.
Saskatchewan companies Performance Plants, Prairie Plant Systems, Canadian Light Source, AdeTherapeutics, Saskatchewan Regional Economic Development Authority, Saskatchewan Research Council, Genome Prairie and Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization join Enterprise & Innovation Saskatchewan and Ag-West Bio Inc. in attending the conference and positioning Saskatchewan as “the place for ag biotechnology.”
“The conference offers an outstanding opportunity to showcase Saskatchewan’s R & D capacity and make strategic connections with the world,” says Dr. Perry Lidster, President and CEO of Ag-West Bio Inc. “Saskatchewan has a wealth of raw materials and a vibrant life science cluster,” adds Darcy Pawlik, Ag-West’s delegation leader. “Saskatchewan possesses an abundance of biomass, is renown for its research facilities, has an educated workforce and a receptive business environment. This show allows us to showcase our benefits, attract business partners and create business opportunities for Saskatchewan’s biotech companies.”
Over the four-day conference, Saskatchewan companies will hear keynote speakers on pressing world issues, visit over 2,000 exhibit booths representing businesses from 36 countries, and meet with potential business partners.
For further information, contact:
| Perry Lidster, Ph.D President,CEO Ag-West Bio Inc. Ph: (306) 975-1939 |
Darcy Pawlik Director of External Affairs Ag-West Bio Inc. Ph: (306) 668-2654 |
For more information on Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) 2008, visit the website at www.bio2008.org
May 12, 2008
Ag-West announces new president/CEO
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan: Ag-West Bio Inc. is pleased to announce that its board of directors has named Dr. Perry Lidster as the organization’s new president and chief executive officer.
Since 1998, Lidster served in various capacities with SunBlush Technologies Corporation, a company that provides natural life extension technologies to the fresh produce and flower industries. In 2003, as president and chief operating officer, he restructured the company, creating a new company FreshXtend Technologies Corp. Prior to his current position, Lidster had a lengthy career in management and research in both public and private organizations.
John Hyshka, Ag-West Bio’s chair of the board of directors said Dr. Lidster was selected to lead Ag-West based on his extensive track record leading research intensive organizations while creating partnerships between industry and government. “Lidster has a history of leading effective teams and driving organizations forward. The board members were impressed with his vision for our organization and inclusive management style. We are pleased to welcome Dr. Lidster and to be able to draw on his broad operational experience as the company further evolves.”
Lidster is pleased to join Saskatchewan’s bio-based incubator based upon “Ag-West’s near 20-year history of promoting biotechnology worldwide. It’s an exciting time to join the organization, build on past successes and plan for growth and new market based opportunities ahead.”
Lidster takes up his new position on May 12, succeeding the retiring Dr. Ashley O’Sullivan who has been with Ag-West since 2003.
Ag-West Bio Inc. is a member-based organization, working as a catalyst to build partnerships and develop strategic alliances between industrial, research and producer groups with the aim of commercializing innovative products and technologies for the benefit of Saskatchewan and Canada.
For further information, contact:
| Perry Lidster, Ph.D President,CEO Ag-West Bio Inc. Ph: (306) 975-1939 |
Deb Shutiak, B.A. Communications Director Ag-West Bio Inc. Ph: (306) 668-2656 |
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April 21, 2008
Improving Human Health Workshop Runs April 24 and 25
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan: Ag-West Bio Inc. is pleased to host the second annual Improving Human Health Workshop to be held at the Delta Bessborough Hotel in Saskatoon, April 24 and 25, 2008.
Improving Human Health workshop examines the factors that contribute to metabolic syndrome (commonly known as pre-diabetes) and discusses different approaches and therapies available to prevent, delay and manage the disease.
Conference organizer Dr. Lisette Mascarenhas, Ag-West’s Vice President of Health and Nutrition explains, “Saskatchewan has a high percentage of persons living with diabetes. While we have a high incidence of the disease, we also have the research expertise and R&D infrastructure needed that can position us as a leader in addressing the disease. Research done in Saskatoon is examining how plant bioactives influence gene expression that lead to chronic diseases such as hypertension and type 2 diabetes. And, Saskatchewan is well known for the types and quality of raw ingredients produced for the health and wellness markets.”
The two-day agenda is broad-based, featuring 18 speakers covering various approaches and therapies to managing metabolic syndrome, including such options as functional foods, natural health products, exercise and portion control. As a sampling of topics, dietician and nutrition consultant, Leslie Beck opens Thursday’s session with her presentation “Nutritional Approaches to Combating Metabolic Syndrome”, Melanie Gomes of The Diet Plate Canada® discussing portion control while Peter Zahradka of the Canadian Centre for Agri-food Research in Health and Medicine speaks on the potential of bioactive compounds in treating obesity-related diseases.
“This workshop offers a setting to learn about the disease and strategies to manage the disease,“ says Mascarenhas. “Ag-West’s role is to foster the development of life sciences technologies in our province and demonstrate their importance in our daily lives.”
For further information, contact:
| Lisette Mascarenhas,MBA, PhD Vice President, Health and Nutrition Ag-West Bio Inc. Ph: (306) 975-1939 |
Deb Shutiak, B.A. Communications Director Ag-West Bio Inc. Ph: (306) 668-2656 |
Full conference details can be found at http://www.agwest.sk.ca/events/IHH08/IHH08-workshop.htm
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March 17, 2008
go-BiO website goes live today!
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan: Today at the Canadian Renewable Energy Workshop (CREW) at IPSCO Place in Regina, Ag-West Bio Inc. launches www.go-BiO.ca, the one-stop on-line information tool to identify and connect with Saskatchewan individuals, companies and organizations involved in bioproducts, biofuels and bioprocessing in the province.
Go-BiO allows Saskatchewan-based industry participants (research and development to producers to service and equipment suppliers) to enter relevant information into the database advising others of their existence and willingness to do business. “The go-BiO site enables those from outside the province to easily connect with Saskatchewan-based contacts in the areas of research and development, production, financing, supplies and other contract services,” says Ron Kehrig, Ag-West Vice President responsible for the development of go-BiO. “The researchable database showcases our provincial capacity and allows participants the opportunity to create new connections and partnerships, expanding business beyond our borders. We want those with a presence ‘on the ground’ in Saskatchewan to get their information into the database and we want those from outside the province to see just what great contacts exist in the province and can help them move the industry forward.”
Saskatchewan has a wealth of raw materials; however, those from outside the province don’t always realize that a vibrant bioenergy and biotechnology cluster exists here. Funding for the go-BiO awareness project was provided by Agriculture Council of Saskatchewan Inc. (ACS) through Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada’s Canadian Adaptation and Rural Development in Saskatchewan (CARDS) program. Funding support was also received from Industry Canada to allow the go-BiO site to serve as a prototype for other areas and organizations within Canada. Support for Ag-West Bio is provided in part by the Ministry of Agriculture in Saskatchewan.
For further information, contact:
| Ron Kehrig VP, Biofuels and Bioproducts Ag-West Bio Inc. Ph: (306) 341-246 |
Deb Shutiak, B.A. Communications Director Ag-West Bio Inc. Ph: (306) 668-2656 |
February 25, 2008
Plant Bio-Industrial Oils Worshop Runs February 27 and 28
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan: Ag-West Bio Inc., together with NRC PBI, is pleased to host the fourth annual 2008 Plant Bio-Industrial Oils Workshop to be held at the Delta Bessborough Hotel in Saskatoon, February 27 and 28, 2008.
“The workshop serves as a forum for discussion on the development and industrial application of oilseeds,” Kehrig explains. “The bio-economy is rapidly shifting, creating an enormous opportunity in biofuels and bioproducts. With those opportunities come many issues to be discussed.”
The two-day agenda is broad-based, featuring 16 speakers from Canada and abroad, covering international issues, scientific findings, product development and regulations. Peter Schrum, president of German Biofuel Association, will provide insight into the tax and policy changes in Germany and discuss biofuels as an option to fossil fuels. Kent McKay, agronomy specialist for North Dakota State University Extension Service shares his experience of new crop development history with crambe production in North Dakota. BioExx Extraction Technologies, soon to establish a presence in Saskatoon, have the company’s director of research and development, Laurence Parslow’, outlining his company’s unique technology for extracting lipids from oil seeds. On regulatory issues, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency’s William Anderson addresses oversight on not-for-food plants.
“These two days offer an ideal setting for networking and development of industry partnerships,” says Kehrig. Ag-West’s role is to foster economic development in Saskatchewan’s bio-economy. “We know that the plant oils industry offers tremendous economic, environmental and social benefit to our province, especially rural development.”
For further information, contact:
| Ron Kehrig VP, Biofuels and Bioproducts Ag-West Bio Inc. Ph: (306) 341-246 |
Deb Shutiak, B.A. Communications Director Ag-West Bio Inc. Ph: (306) 668-2656 |
Full conference details can be found at
http://www.agwest.sk.ca/events/plantbio-oils08/plant-bio-industrial-oils_workshop08.htm