Hear from Christine Wentworth, Vice President of Agriculture, North America for McCain Foods; the world's largest producer of frozen potato products and appetizers. She is responsible for field to factory operations for potatoes, onions, peppers and other vegetables across the US and Canada as well as continuous improvement initiatives in agriculture such as sustainability and variety development.
The Champions of Agriculture Luncheon provides positive information about modern agriculture to the business community. Hear insight of current agricultural developments and the greater affects on industry.
Luncheon generously sponsored by: Assiniboine Community College
This event will be related to the Harvesting Value Conference on opportunities in value added agriculture, which will bring the Westman community together to explore and encourage collaboration between Manitoba entrepreneurs, businesses, researchers and investors to expand the processing of Manitoba agricultural products.
Featuring a custom Manitoba Made Meal from the Keystone:
Hylife pork loin basted in raspberry wine with a Rigby Orchards raspberry wine reduction served with McCain mashed potatoes and Peak of the Market roasted parsnips. Served with Pizzey flax rolls, followed by individual chocolate cakes with raspberries featuring Rigby Orchards raspberry coulis for dessert
Limited booth sponsorship opportunities are available; contact Allison at 204-571-5343 or events@brandonchamber.ca
Thursday Nov 19, 2015
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM CST
Thursday, November 19th
11:30 am - Networking
12:00 pm - Call to Lunch
Keystone Centre, UCT Pavilion
1175 18th Street Brandon MB
Registration open to public
Member:
$28.50 / person
$33 / person after Nov 10th
Future Member/Non-Member:
$38.50 / person
prices include GST
Display Table
$250 / member
includes 2 tickets, opportunity to showcase your products & services, & more
price does not include GST
Registration & Cancellation Deadline: November 16th
For more information or registration, call 204-571-5340
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