Released on September 18, 2009
Agriculture Minister Bob Bjornerud has proclaimed the week of Sept. 18 - 25 as Biotech Week in Saskatchewan.
"Saskatchewan is Canada's agricultural biotechnology capital, with 30 per cent of the Canadian industry located in the province," Bjornerud said. "The Biotech industry plays an important role in our provincial economy and is vital to the future of our agriculture industry."
Events taking place during Biotech Week include Education Outreach Days held at the University of Saskatchewan on Sept. 22 and at SIAST in Saskatoon on Sept. 24. The University of Saskatchewan will also host a Saskatchewan Technology Commercialization Luncheon on Sept. 23.
"Biotechnology research has resulted in advancements that provide our farmers with higher yielding crops, reduced chemical applications and lower fuel costs," Bjornerud said.
Biotech Week is held in conjunction with National Biotech Week observed across Canada. For a full list of Saskatchewan and Canadian events, see www.imagenenation.ca.
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For more information, contact:
Marianne Walsh
Agriculture
Regina
Phone: 306-787-1077