IN THIS ISSUE Thank You Volunteers! - PAGE 1 Strong Crowds Support 2013 CWA PAGE 1 Entertainment Additions Prove to be Popular - PAGE 2
Jim Lewthwaite Award Recipient - PAGE 2 Scholarship Recipients - PAGE 3 RBC Beef Supreme Challenge - PAGE 4 CWA Gives Back - PAGE 5 Save the Date! - PAGE 6
Not by Chance t’s no secret to any of us that Agribition is a big deal. No other event in Saskatchewan can claim fame to North America’s best beef show, the largest mix of trade show and agri-business, and Saskatchewan’s biggest rodeo. All this is wrapped up in a $37 million contribution to the provincial economy. None of this happens by chance. The show is full of pride, passion, and people. These people are the exhibitors, visitors and most importantly our volunteers.
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It is with great pride, I represent the volunteer base of this organization. I would like to express my sincere gratitude and appreciation for the selfless effort of our volunteers and staff who work all year to produce the show. On behalf of Canadian Western Agribition and the Board of Directors, THANK YOU very, very much.
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Reed Andrew, President of Canadian Western Agribition
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Strong Crowds Support 2013 Canadian Western Agribition he 2013 Canadian Western Agribition was a resounding success. This year, the show attracted 127,000 visitors, up more than 3 percent from last year’s attendance. According to Reed Andrew, President of Agribition the show’s success can be attributed to the enhancement of many different areas.
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“Free admission on Monday combined with an expanded trade show, live stage entertainment and a family atmosphere contributed to the success of this year’s show.” The agriculture show’s world-class reputation drew over 800 international guests from more than 65 countries. “Demand for Canadian livestock genetics is very high around the world, and we saw evidence of that at this year’s show.” said Marty Seymour, CEO of Agribition. “We hosted buyers from many countries including Australia, China, Ukraine and the United Kingdom.” In addition to its reputation as the largest livestock show in Canada and the best beef show on the continent, Agribition is a major economic engine for the province and the city of Regina. “Canadian Western Agribition continues to be a huge contributor to the provincial and local economy. The net benefit of the show exceeds $37 million to the province, $20 million of which directly impacts Regina. This is something we can all be proud of.” said Seymour. Agribition’s Agri-Ed Program saw more than 6,550 kids from 180 classes throughout the 4-day program, a 9 percent increase over last year’s total. On the entertainment front, the Canadian Cowboys’ Association Finals Rodeo, the largest semi-pro rodeo finals in Canada, hosted over 21,000 fans throughout the five nights.