With the possibility of tariffs imposed by the United States becoming closer to a reality, Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe will lead a delegation of businesses and organizations to Washington D.C. The delegation will be meeting with business leaders and decision makers of the U.S.
The delegation will include representatives from Cameco, Evraz, Arizona Lithium, Cenovus, Whitecap Resources, Enbridge, North American Helium and the Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce.
Moe said in a news release, that Saskatchewan plays an integral role North American food and energy. “"I am returning to Washington to continue our efforts in de-escalating the threat of potential tariffs from, our largest trading partner, the U.S. The relationship between our jurisdictions has mutual benefit, and we are working with key stakeholders, industry leaders and government representatives on both sides of the border to build and protect our economies."
Daryl Harrison, the Minister of Agriculture will also attend the 2025 Winter Policy Conference of the National Association of State Department of Agriculture (NASDA) this week. The conference offers a unique opportunity to meet with state secretaries, commissioners and directors of agriculture, industry leaders and federal representatives to talk pressing agriculture and food policy issues.
Harrison said, “"The future of Saskatchewan's agricultural sector is built on strong international relationships and our trade mission to the U.S. reinforces our commitment to open markets and collaboration," he added. "Attending NASDA's Winter Policy Conference allows us to showcase Saskatchewan's world-class agri-food products and the contribution we make to North American competitiveness and food security, and to strengthen partnerships and advocate for policies that benefit our producers.”
Saskatchewan’s largest trading partner is the U.S., with about $40 billion worth imports and exports crossing the border each year.
In 2024, Saskatchewan's top exports to the U.S. were crude oil ($12.5 billion), potash ($4.2 billion), and canola oil ($2.9 billion). Agri-food products represented 21.9 per cent of total exports.
The mission from Saskatchewan will run from February 24-27.