Training opportunities: Unique courses in value-added food processing in Saskatchewan, Spring 2019
The University of Saskatchewan and the Saskatchewan Food Industry Development Centre will be offering two 3-day courses starting in spring 2019 that are focused on local food production, value-added food processing, and agri-business development opportunities for Indigenous communities.
In response to the growing demand for nutritious and affordable foods in Indigenous communities in Canada, these courses will provide the knowledge and skills required to process domestic and traditional foods through in-class and hands-on instruction. These courses cover the essentials of primary value-added processing techniques, regulatory requirements, and food production standards for fresh fruits and vegetables as well as wild\domestic meats and fish. It is expected that this innovative and unique training in food processing will foster growth in commercial business opportunities and will help alleviate conditions of food insecurity.
For more information, please contact: Dr. David Natcher david.natcher@usask.ca
The University of Saskatchewan has been a member of the University of the Arctic since 2002.