Saskatchewan Canola Development Commission

Website: www.saskcanola.com

Phone: 306-975-0262

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Address:
212 - 111 Research Drive
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
S7N 3R2

Contact Person: Tracy Broughton, Executive Director

Description:

SaskCanola was established in 1991 as a grower-led organization to develop the province’s canola industry. SaskCanola collects a levy from registered Saskatchewan canola growers to fund research and extension initiatives, advocate for favourable policy at both the provincial and national levels, and develop market opportunities domestically and internationally. SaskCanola-funded research focuses on projects that foster innovation, decrease production risk, increase sustainability and grower profitability. Advocacy work ensures that the growers’ voice is reflected in legislation and policy. Extension initiatives provide new information on relevant issues through our website, grower events and social media. Canola promotion links the benefits of canola oil to consumers and key professional influencers.

Current Products & Services:

Products and services include providing value to Saskatchewan canola growers through investments in research, advocacy and canola promotion.

Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce

Website: www.saskchamber.com

Phone: 306 352 2671

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Address:
200 - 2221 Cornwall Street
Regina, Saskatchewan
S4P 2L1

Contact Person: Prabha Ramaswamy, CEO
Virginia Wilkinson, Chief Business Development and Operations Officer

Description:

The Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce is an advocacy organization comprising business and professional men and women who have joined together for the purpose of promoting the civic, commercial, and industrial progress of their community. They are the voice of Saskatchewan business, making Saskatchewan the best place to live, work, and invest.

Current Products & Services:

Products and services include an advocacy organization that represents the interests of businesses to government and also provides networking opportunities for businesses to connect with government officials and vice versa.

Saskatchewan Craft Council

Website: www.saskcraftcouncil.org

Phone: 306-653-3616

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Address:
813 Broadway Avenue
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
S7N 1B5

Fax: 306-244-2711

Contact Person: Carmen Milenkovic, Executive Director

Description:

The Saskatchewan Craft Council promotes and markets Saskatchewan's craft artisans and the work they produce. The Craft Council's efforts have run the gamut, starting with handcraft festivals in the 1970s to today’s online shopping. The organization promotes their members in the Canadian marketplace, and are working with national partners to reach international consumers. Saskatchewan Craft Council carries works in wood, glass, metal, fiber, ceramics, photography, prints and painting (to name a few). They have pieces inspired by the surrounding prairies and Canadian wildlife, but don’t be surprised by the wide range of styles and personal interpretations. Saskatchewan artists are both varied and talented in their expression! The Saskatchewan Craft Council – connecting Saskatchewan craft to markets throughout the world.

Current Products & Services:

Products and services include contemporary fine craft, gifts, corporate gifts, online shopping, private gallery tours, workshops, seminars and lectures, publications, business development, and marketing opportunities.

Saskatchewan Economic Development Association (SEDA)

Website: www.seda.sk.ca

Phone: 306-384-5817

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Address:
P.O. Box 113
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
S7K 3K1

Contact Person: Verona Thibault, Executive Director

Description:

SEDA (Saskatchewan Economic Development Alliance) is the provincial backbone organization for those engaged in community economic development in Saskatchewan. From local development to regional development, they work hand-in-hand with communities to strengthen people, places, and economies. They help communities thrive.

Current Products & Services:

Products and services include support in several different ways, including community consulting, online and in-person learning, and community and business development programs. Solution driven, the company strives to create breakthroughs by filling gaps in the marketplace and brokering new initiatives with partners in the private, public, and non-profit sectors. SEDA remains steadfast in supporting the social and economic health of Saskatchewan communities, working behind the scenes provincially—and alongside local leaders at a community level. As an alliance, they aim to provide a space where all sectors can share expertise and resources to support our common client. The whole province benefits when everyone works together.

Saskatchewan Flax Development Commission

Website: www.saskflax.com

Phone: 306-975-0262

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Address:
212-111 Research Drive
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
S7N 3R2

Contact Person: Tracy Broughton, Executive Director

Description:

The Saskatchewan Flax Development Commission (SaskFlax) is funded through a check-off on sales of flaxseed and flax straw. Since 1996, the commission has worked to develop the flax industry for the benefit of growers. Activities include funding research and promoting flax to domestic and international markets.

Current Products & Services:

Products and services include the promotion and enhancement of flax production and value-added processing of flax products.

Saskatchewan Food Industry Development Centre Inc. (Food Centre)

Website: www.foodcentre.sk.ca

Phone: 306-933-7555

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Address:
2335 Schuyler Street
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
S7M 5V1

Fax: 306-933-7208

Contact Person: Mehmet Tulbek, President

Description:

The Saskatchewan Food Industry Development Centre Inc. (Food Centre) provides expertise and resources to assist companies in bringing innovations to commercialization. Our expertise includes unique food and process development, interim processing, extrusion technology, food safety training, and path-finding. The Food Centre has established a reputable role in food industry for R&D of new food concepts. Working with world-class agencies in Saskatchewan and around the world, we specialize in novel ingredient development and applications. Specialties include crops, pulses, meats, dairy, fruits and confectionery. Since inception, the Food Centre has developed and processed over 800 products with an estimated 50% introduced into the market. The Food Centre offers clients new market and export access due to our numerous certifications such as: HACCP Approved, Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) approved for meat, dairy and processed foods, FDA approved for processed foods, HALAL, Organic, and NHP licensed. Our two facilities are set up to process a variety of food products destined for world markets.

Current Products & Services:

Products and services include interim processing, extrusion technology, food development, food safety education and training, quality assurance, technology transfer, packaging and labeling, and path finding.

Saskatchewan Forage Council

Website: www.saskforage.ca

Phone: 306-329-3116

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Address:
P.O. Box 406
Vanscoy, Saskatchewan
S0L 3J0

Contact Person: Shannon McArton, Executive Director

Description:

The Saskatchewan Forage Council (SFC) was formed as a co-operative in 1988 to enhance the province's forage and grassland industry including production, harvesting, utilization and marketing. The SFC is governed by a 12 member Board of Directors including producers, industry, university and government representatives. The organization is an active leader, participant and partner in province-wide extension and technology transfer activities, provides input to governments on a wide range of industry issues, and is active in industry developments. In addition, the SFC plays an active role in priority setting and forage-related research initiatives.

Current Products & Services:

Products and services include a co-operative to enhance the province's forage and grassland industry including production, harvesting, utilization and marketing, and an active role in priority setting and forage-related research initiatives.

Saskatchewan Forage Seed Development Commission

Website: www.saskforageseed.com

Phone: 306-341-1347

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Address:
5 Eagle Ridge Road
Eagle Ridge, Saskatchewan
S7K 2L6

Contact Person: Jo-Anne Relf-Eckstein, Executive Director

Description:

The Saskatchewan Forage Seed Development Commission (SFSDC), established in June 2005 with a purpose to develop the forage seed industry in Saskatchewan. The organizations uses a check-off collected by forage seed buyers on all forage seed crops grown in the province, except alfalfa seed. Funds are used to further the development and promotion of forage seed and forage seed products in the domestic and international marketplaces; and conduct and encourage research on production, market development, processing and consumption of forage seed and forage seed products.

Current Products & Services:

Products and services include funding/co-funding basic and applied research programs investigating solutions for production problems, improving new annual, biennial, and perennial forage seed crops adapted to the Saskatchewan environment, and supplying market demand. SFSDC provides administration services for production demonstration trials, transfers knowledge to forage seed growers and industry through our website, newsletters, and magazines mailed to all levy-paying producers, and advises the government on matters pertaining to forage seed research, production, and development.

Saskatchewan Fruit Growers Association (SFGA)

Website: www.saskfruit.ca

Phone: 306-975-6881

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Address:
2335 Schuyler Street
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
S7M 5V1

Fax: 306-975-6850

Contact Person: Bryan Kosteroski

Description:

The Saskatchewan Fruit Growers Association (SFGA) is a voluntary, non-profit organization whose members are interested in developing a strong and vibrant fruit industry in Saskatchewan. SFGA is a grower-directed association dedicated to providing assistance with the production and marketing of premium quality fruits. It is the objective of SFGA to meet the production and marketing needs of individuals producing fruit crops such as saskatoon berries, strawberries, raspberries, cherries, currants, apples, and other not so common crops such as sea buckthorn and lingonberry.

Current Products & Services:

Products and services include research, market orientation, prairie-wide cooperation, premium quality products, and industry representation.

Saskatchewan Industrial & Mining Suppliers Association Inc. (SIMSA)

Website: www.simsa.ca

Phone: 306-343-0019

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Address:
Unit 180, 833 45th Street West
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
S7L 5X2

Contact Person: Eric Anderson, Executive Director

Description:

SIMSA represents Saskatchewan companies who provide goods and services to the industrial, mining and energy sector.

Current Products & Services:

Products and services include representing over 300-member companies; all of these companies have a permanent physical office in Saskatchewan; representing well over 32,000 employees in Saskatchewan and over $14-billion in annual sales from Saskatchewan. Our members come from the manufacturing, construction, engineering, mining, and energy sectors. SIMSA represents the Saskatchewan-based industrial, mining, and energy supply chain – and no one else.

Saskatchewan Interactive Media Association (SIMA)

Website: www.saskinteractive.com

Phone: 306-529-1006

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Address:
320 - 1831 College Avenue
Regina, Saskatchewan
S4P 4V5

Contact Person: Darcy McLane, Executive Director

Description:

As the professional voice, SaskInteractive represents members involved in the development of content-based interactive digital media, as well as consumers and stakeholders. The association acts on behalf of its members to represent their views to government, industry, the news media, and to the general public. Their mission is to serve and support an entrepreneurial network of interactive producers, developers and designers.

Current Products & Services:

Products and services include support for interactive producers, developers and designers.

Saskatchewan Media Production Industry Association (SMPIA)

Website: www.smpia.sk.ca

Phone: 306-780-9840

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Address:
312 - 1831 College Avenue
Regina, Saskatchewan
S4P 4V5

Fax: 306-569-1818

Contact Person: Ken Alecxe, Executive Director

Description:

Saskatchewan Media Production Industry Association (SMPIA) is a provincial, member-based non-profit organization that is governed by a volunteer board of directors. Established in 1985, SMPIA acts as an advocate for all personnel related to the making and exhibiting of film, video and interactive media, from beginners to professionals. SMPIA’s job is to be a catalyst for change, to facilitate interaction between people working in these media, and to help to create an environment that provides opportunities for the production, promotion and appreciation of motion picture in Saskatchewan. SMPIA's membership options reflect the rich diversity within the Saskatchewan motion picture industry.

Current Products & Services:

Products and services include a voice in SMPIA through its board of directors, committees and annual general meetings, weekly newsletter (E-Buzzzz) and inclusion in the SMPIA Online Membership Directory, including resume and headshot, access to events including Showcase, SMPIA Annual General Meeting, volunteer recognition, various festivals, workshops, socials and more, discount on SMPIA programs and events, voting rights at general meetings, seek nomination to SMPIA's board and participation on SMPIA committees, access to professional development opportunities and services, and inclusion in the semi-annual Saskatchewan Production Guide.

Saskatchewan Ministry of Trade and Export Development

Website: www.saskatchewan.ca

Phone: 306-787-8722

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Address:
2103 11th Avenue
Regina, Saskatchewan
S4P 3Z8

Contact Person: Lorrie McGowan, Deputy Director, Investment
Natalie Chatterson, Director, International Operations

Description:

The Ministry of Trade and Export Development advances economic growth to generate wealth and opportunity in Saskatchewan. The ministry facilitates a coordinated cross-government approach to attract investment and develop and grow export markets. The ministry fosters and supports a competitive business environment, strengthens Saskatchewan’s international relations, operates Saskatchewan’s international trade and investment office network, and advances provincial trade priorities, nationally and internationally.

Current Products & Services:

Products and services include programs, services and policy advocacy that enable economic growth through trade, investment and export. It ensures that Saskatchewan’s business and investment environment is competitive, and develops strong brand recognition for the global marketplace.

Saskatchewan Oat Development Commission

Website: www.poga.ca

Phone: 306-530-8545

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Address:
P.O. Box 20106
Regina, Saskatchewan
S4N 4J7

Fax: 1-866-286-1681

Contact Person: Shawna Mathieson, Executive Director

Description:

The Saskatchewan Oat Development Commission (SaskOats) was established in 2006 and now represents over 6,000 oat producers. SaskOats works with the Manitoba Oat Growers Association and the Alberta Oat Growers Commission to form the Prairie Oat Growers Association which represents over 10,000 oat growers in Western Canada. SaskOats collects a $.50 per tonne check-off from every tonne of oats grown for sale in Saskatchewan. This money is used towards SaskOats' primary objectives including oat research, market development, advocacy, building industry partnerships and communication with oat growers, consumers, the oat industry and government. Certifications include: Gluten Free and Heart Healthy.

Current Products & Services:

Products and services include oat research, market development, advocacy, building industry partnerships and communication with oat growers, consumers, the oat industry and government.

Saskatchewan Polytechnic

Website: www.saskpolytech.ca www.skills-passport.ca

Phone: 1-866-467-4278

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Address:
#400, 119 - 4th Avenue South
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
S7K 5X2

Contact Person: Angela Wojcichowsky, Director, International Projects

Description:

Saskatchewan Polytechnic serves students through applied learning opportunities on Treaty 4 and Treaty 6 Territories and the homeland of the Métis. Learning takes place at campuses in Moose Jaw, Prince Albert, Regina and Saskatoon and through extensive distance education opportunities. Programs serve every economic and public service sector. As a polytechnic, the organization provides the depth of learning appropriate to employer and student need, including certificate, diploma and degree programs, and apprenticeship training. Sask Polytech engages in applied research, drawing on faculty expertise to support innovation by employers, and providing students the opportunity to develop critical thinking skills.

Current Products & Services:

Product and services include international development, education, skills training consultancy, training and project management. Sask Polytech also recruits international students and delivers Sask Polytech certificate and diploma programs overseas, as well as provides English language and technical skills evaluation for Canadian employers of potential temporary foreign workers and new immigrants.

Saskatchewan Pulse Growers

Website: www.saskpulse.com

Phone: 306-668-5556

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Address:
235-415 Wellman Crescent
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
S7K 0J1

Fax: 306-668-5557

Contact Person: Amanda Carlson, Communications Manager

Description:

Saskatchewan Pulse Growers (SPG) is a not-for-profit organization representing and supporting approximately 15,000 pulse crop growers in Saskatchewan. SPG is funded by a producer levy and led by a board of directors elected by farmers. The major pulse crops grown in Saskatchewan are peas, lentils, chickpeas, soybeans, and faba beans. Canada is the world’s leading lentil, pea, and chickpea exporter. Saskatchewan growers produce 90 per cent of the Canadian lentil crop, 50 per cent of Canadian peas, and 90 per cent of Canadian chickpeas. SPG has four major program areas that are funded through grower levy dollars: research and development, market development, communications, and variety commercialization.

Current Products & Services:

Products and services include SPG programming divided into four major areas including communications, research and development, market development, and variety commercialization, funded by the mandatory levy.

Saskatchewan Research Council (SRC)

Website: www.src.sk.ca

Phone: 306-933-5400

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Address:
Bay 2D, 820 51st Street East
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
S7K 0X8

Contact Person: Suzanne Johnston, Marketing Communications Advisor

Description:

The Saskatchewan Research Council (SRC) is Canada's second largest research and technology organization. They focus on providing services that support a variety of industries in Saskatchewan and beyond, such as agriculture, energy, environment, mining, minerals, nuclear and rare earth elements, as well as meeting the environmental needs of industry, government and communities. With nearly 350 employees, $232 million in annual revenue and over 75 years of experience, SRC provides products and services to its 1,600 clients in 22 countries around the world.

Current Products & Services:

SRC’s products and services include reliable, professional commercial laboratory services. We also have dedicated labs that focus on contract research and development, as well as pilot plants that offer clients the opportunity to test technologies. By investing in new technologies and world-class researchers, SRC continues to expand our capabilities, moving SRC to the forefront of R & D and meeting the growing needs of industry.

Saskatchewan Wheat Development Commission

Website: www.saskwheat.ca

Phone: 306-653-7932

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Address:
340 - 111 Research Drive
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
S7N 3R2

Contact Person: Kelsey Tollefson, Policy Manager
James Lokken, Interim Policy Manager

Description:

The Saskatchewan Wheat Development Commission (Sask Wheat) was established in 2013 and represents approximately 24,000 wheat producers. Sask Wheat, under the direction of its elected Board of wheat producers, ensures that Saskatchewan’s wheat farmers have the resources, leadership, and representation to strengthen Saskatchewan’s competitive advantage and ensure the interests of Saskatchewan’s farmers are protected. Sask Wheat is funded by a refundable $1.00/tonne check-off on all wheat grown for sale in Saskatchewan. Check-off dollars administered by Sask Wheat go towards research, advocacy, grower relations and market development initiatives that improve wheat varieties, grow the marketability of wheat, and provide higher value to producers.

Current Products & Services:

Products and services include four primary areas of focus that contribute to profitable and sustainable wheat production for Saskatchewan farmers: Research, Market Development, Advocacy, and Grower Relations.

Saskatoon & Region Home Builders' Association, Inc.

Website: www.saskatoonhomebuilders.com

Phone: 306 955 5188

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Address:
#17 - 102 Cope Crescent
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
S7T 0X2

Contact Person: Nicole Burgess, CEO

Description:

Saskatoon & Region Home Builders' Association works on behalf of the home building and renovation industry in Saskatoon and area. This association acts as the voice of the residential construction industry, works to achieve an environment where their members can operate profitably, and promotes affordability and choice in housing for all people in Saskatoon and region.

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Products and services include an industry association for homebuilding and renovation.

Saskatoon Berry Council of Canada (SBCC)

Website: www.saskatoonberrycouncil.com

Phone: 306-513-8411

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Address:
P.O. Box 772
Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan
S6H 4P5

Contact Person: Sandra Purdy, President SBCC

Description:

The Saskatoon Berry Council of Canada (SBCC) is the new national not for profit organization for saskatoon berry growers and processors across Canada, who will act as the voice for the industry relative to market development, policy and research as well as develop an industry strategy to market saskatoon berries outside Western Canada with a focus on the fruit's nutritional benefits. The SBCC of Canada's mandate is the advancement and promotion of the saskatoon berry industry domestically and internationally.

Current Products & Services:

Products and services include the advancement and promotion of the Saskatoon berry industry domestically and internationally.

Saskatoon Prairieland Park

Website: prairielandpark.com

Phone: 306-931-7149

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Address:
P.O. Box 6010
503 Ruth Street West
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
S7K 4E4

Fax: 306-931-7886

Contact Person: Korilee Burgess, Director of Administration

Description:

Located near the scenic South Saskatchewan River, in beautiful Saskatoon, SK, Prairieland Park is Saskatoon's largest trade and convention facility. Just minutes from downtown, it offers over 240,000 square feet of first class convention space under one roof. Consisting of six halls connected by a newly renovated common foyer, it features breakout rooms with the ability to accommodate large plenary sessions. These rooms feature the most up-to-date audio-visual equipment and all amenities you will need to host your next event. It has a reputation of providing premier quality food service, ranging from coffee services to full service banquets for as many as 5,000 people. They are virtually a one stop shop for all of your convention, trade show and meeting needs. Along with these features, it is complemented with a massive parking lot with free parking for over 3,000 vehicles. Whether looking for a world class meeting, conference or trade show location, or planning that major concert or entertainment experience, their professional staff and customer service will guarantee to make an event successful. They offer the latest industry information and technology plus marketing opportunities at many Prairieland Park produced shows. Included in these are the Western Canadian Crop Production Show, Gardenscape, Equine Expo and The EX. Prairieland also operates Sports on Tap sports bar.

Current Products & Services:

Products and services include food & beverage, technical production services, equipment and electrical services, and everything needed for a successful event.

Saskatoon Regional Economic Development Authority Inc. (SREDA)

Website: www.sreda.com

Phone: 306-664-0720

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Address:
#103 - 202 4th Avenue North
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
S7K 0K1

Fax: 306-244-5033

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Description:

Saskatoon Regional Economic Development Authority Inc. (SREDA) promotes growth and diversification in the Saskatoon Region economy by working with existing industry to facilitate expansions, and by encouraging complementary outside industry to locate in the Region. SREDA Inc. is a non-profit public-private partnership funded by government and the private sector.

Current Products & Services:

Products and services include the facilitation of growth and diversification of the Saskatoon Region economy.

SaskMade Marketplace

Website: www.saskmade.ca @SaskMadeMarket www.facebook.com/saskmade

Phone: 306-612-0616

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Address:
1621 8th Street East
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
S7H 0T2

Fax: 306-955-1726

Contact Person: Emily Li Yan, CEO/Owner

Description:

SaskMade Marketplace is a Saskatchewan company partnered with local farmers, processors, and artisans to provide a wide range of unique, locally produced gourmet ingredients, grocery items, giftware, souvenirs, and gift baskets.

Current Products & Services:

Products and services include customized local produce baskets, local produce, grocery items, and giftware including Saskatoon jams, syrups, tea, champagne, and other food items.

SaskOrganics Association Inc.

Website: www.saskorganics.org

Phone: 306-535-3456

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Address:
311 - 845 Broad Street
Regina, Saskatchewan
S4R 8G9

Contact Person: Michelle Beckett, Executive Director

Description:

SaskOrganics Association Inc. is a farmer led, membership based, non-profit organization. They serve all certified organic entities throughout the value chain in Saskatchewan by advocating for a sustainable and thriving organic community through leadership in research, market development and communications. They provide professional development and technical assistance to certified organic farmers, and to processors and consumers of certified organic products, as well as technical assistance to producers interested in transitioning to organic production. They promote the expansion of markets and the improvement of trade relations locally, provincially, nationally and internationally. They also participate in the maintenance of Canada's national organic standards.

Current Products & Services:

Products and services include support and assistance for certified organic farmers, processors, and consumers of certified organic products, as well as support and assistance for producers interested in transitioning to organic production.