New Regina canola processing plant operational

Apr 21, 2026 | 10:00 AM

Cargill’s canola processing facility in Regina, Sask. is now operational.

The plant can process 1 million metric tonnes of canola each year. It increases local demand while allowing more of the crop to be processed domestically into high-value products, including oil for food and renewable fuels and high-protein meal for animal feed.

Cargill Canada President Jeff Vassart said the facility strengthens the company’s ability to connect Canadian farmers to growing global demand for food and renewable fuels.

“By expanding processing capacity in Saskatchewan, we’re creating more opportunities for farmers while helping ensure Canada remains competitive in rapidly evolving global markets,” he said.

As demand grows for lower-carbon energy solutions, canola is playing a role as a renewable feedstock for biofuels. By expanding local processing capacity, Vassart said the Regina facility helps meet that demand while reducing reliance on exporting raw canola seed – allowing more value to be created within Canada and improving supply chain efficiency for farmers and customers.

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Located at Regina’s Global Transportation Hub, the facility provides rail access to domestic and export markets. The site supports more than 100 jobs in the region through a combination of full-time employees and contractors, contributing to economic activity across transportation, logistics and service sectors in Regina and surrounding communities.

Cargill operates canola processing facilities in Camrose, Alta. and Clavet, Sask. and offers programs to help Canadian growers access global markets and maximize crop value.

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by Pattison Media

New Regina canola processing plant operational

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