Source: Media Relations, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada                  Date: 01 October, 2010

Canada is increasing its agriculture cooperation with Mongolia with the signing of an important Agriculture Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the two countries. Signed in the presence of the Prime Minister of both countries, the MoU will be key to enhancing bilateral relationships.

"International trade and cooperation is key to making sure Canadian farmers can make their money from the marketplace", said Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz. "Our Government is working hard to build partnerships around the world and this is another example of our progress."

The MOU will offer a sharing platform between the two countries and give Mongolia and Canada a better understanding of each other’s systems, policies and regulations. It will facilitate sharing of best practices as well as strengthen agricultural cooperation and commercial relations between the two countries.

This cooperation will help foster alliances between commercial interests, facilitate the exchange of technology, expertise and be a catalyst for future trade. For example, Canada has commercial opportunities in agricultural machinery and livestock production in Mongolia. Canada’s world class genetics will certainly contribute to further the development of Mongolia’s animal industry.