January 18, 2022
Manitoba Pork wishes to congratulate Minister Derek Johnson on his appointment as the new Minister of Agriculture for the province. Minister Johnson brings a wealth of experience in business and municipal government to his new role, and Manitoba Pork looks forward to continuing a strong working relationship with the provincial government.
“Manitoba Pork and pork producers across the province welcome Minister Johnson to his new portfolio,” said Rick Préjet, chair of Manitoba Pork. “14,000 Manitobans depend on the hog sector for their living each and every day, and we look forward to working collaboratively with the minister on issues that impact both our sector and agriculture as a whole, particularly as we continue to deal with the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on prominent pieces of our sector like labour and the supply-chain.”
Manitoba Pork also wishes to recognize the contributions of Minister Ralph Eichler as he leaves his ministerial role. It cannot be overstated when it is said that Minister Eichler is a champion for agriculture, both here in Manitoba and across the country, and his commitment to the agriculture industry is something that all Manitobans should be proud of.
“Ralph Eichler should be commended for all that he has done for agriculture and for his passion in supporting our industry, and our industry is deeply thankful for his service to our province,” Préjet added. “We wish him nothing but the best in the next phase of his elected life and thank him for his dedicated service to agriculture in our province and to the people he has served.”
Manitoba Pork will be reaching out to Minister Johnson in the coming days to set up an introductory meeting.
Manitoba Pork is the representative organization for all pork producers in Manitoba. Our mission is to foster the sustainability and prosperity of the hog sector for the good of pork producers and all Manitobans.
For further information:
Communications and Website Coordinator
Manitoba Pork
(204) 232-4916
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