Saskatchewan Agriculture Minister David Marit was in Washington, D.C., from Feb. 2 to 4 to participate in the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture 2026 Winter Policy Conference, underscoring the essential role strong Canada-U.S. agricultural trade plays in supporting jobs, international competitiveness and food affordability on both sides of the border.
“Canada-U.S. agricultural trade is important to economic stability and food security,” Marit said. “Saskatchewan is committed to ensuring this partnership remains strong, predictable and mutually beneficial.”
The U.S. remains Saskatchewan’s largest trading partner with two-way agricultural trade supporting farmers, processors, transportation networks and communities across North America. Saskatchewan’s exports, including canola, pulses, livestock and potash, contribute directly to the success of U.S. food production, providing supply chain stability, supporting U.S. manufacturing jobs and enhancing affordability for consumers. At the same time, imports of food, agriculture inputs and machinery make important contributions here at home.
At the conference, Marit highlighted the importance of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement in facilitating stable and rules-based trade ahead of the agreement’s upcoming review.