The Canadian International Grains Institute marks its 50th International Grain Industry Program starting July 9 when 22 customers from 14 countries arrive in Winnipeg for two weeks of technical demonstrations, industry sessions and tours focused on Canadian wheat. “For the 50th time, Cigi’s International Grain Industry Program is welcoming key Canadian wheat customers from around … continue reading →
Three provincial wheat commissions and seven grain companies/handlers become core funders, new board will oversee Cigi’s future direction WINNIPEG – The Canadian International Grains Institute is pleased to announce its new board of directors, signalling the beginning of a new funding model and board structure for the organization. Comprising five representatives from the provincial wheat … continue reading →
Warburtons, the United Kingdom’s largest bakery brand, is joining forces with the Canadian International Grains Institute on a unique multi-year pulse research project to produce healthier baked products and ultimately increase the use of pulse flours by the food industry. The research builds on the technical expertise Cigi has developed over the past decade in … continue reading →
WINNIPEG – Representatives from 16 countries are attending the 49th International Grain Industry Program at the Canadian International Grains Institute in Winnipeg, starting July 18. The two-week program will offer 21 international customers an overview of the Canadian grain and field crop industry with an emphasis on wheat and pulses and their use in end … continue reading →
At its Annual General Meeting on June 21, 2016 the Canadian International Grains Institute elected its Board of Directors. New to the board is farmer Kevin Bender from Bentley, Alberta. Re-elected members are Jim Wilson, farmer, Darlingford, Manitoba and Brent Watchorn, Executive Vice President, Marketing, Richardson International. Kevin, Jim and Brent will serve two-year terms. … continue reading →
