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BASF Invests $27M in Saskatoon Canola Breeding Expansion
CropsMar 19, 20262 min read

BASF Invests $27M in Saskatoon Canola Breeding Expansion

BASF commits $27 million to expand its Saskatoon canola breeding centre through 2027. What this major investment means for Canadian canola growers.

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