Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe says the province plans to cover half the improvement cost for a road deemed crucial for economic activity in the farming sector.
Moe says Grain Millers Drive in Yorkton, northeast of Regina, is a critical access point for major agriculture businesses, connecting farmers to national and international markets.
The premier didn’t say how much money the province would provide, as the upgrade won’t happen until the needed improvements are determined.
Grain Millers Drive provides access to an oat mill and two canola crush facilities, including one crusher that’s the largest in North America.
Moe’s announcement comes after China slapped a tariff of nearly 76 per cent on Canadian canola, causing the value of the crop to fall significantly.
The premier is set to meet with federal Agriculture Minister Heath MacDonald this week to discuss Canada’s response to Chinese tariffs.
“Grain Millers Drive plays a vital role in supporting Yorkton’s world class agribusiness sector, and these improvements will ensure the road can safely and efficiently accommodate growth, both now and in the future,” Yorkton Mayor Aaron Kienle said in a news release Wednesday.
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