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Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe addressed more than 300 business leaders and policymakers in Regina on Tuesday, delivering the keynote speech at the Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce’s 2025 Food, Fuel, Fertilizer Global Summit.
“It has never been more clear how vital Saskatchewan is to ensuring food and energy security around the world,” Moe said. “The Food, Fuel, Fertilizer Global Summit emphasizes the province's critical role in global trade and sustainable development, which is of utmost importance during this time of uncertainty. More and more countries are understanding the value that we bring to the table, realizing that choosing Saskatchewan is not just a good choice, but the right choice.”
The summit focused on Saskatchewan’s contributions to the agriculture, mining and energy sectors, and its growing role in international trade. Moe’s address touched on energy and food security, the province’s position on the federal carbon tax, a tariff response plan, and the importance of diversifying export markets.
“Saskatchewan’s approach to trade and investment has helped position our province as a reliable global partner in food, fuel and fertilizer,” said Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce CEO Prabha Ramaswamy. “With international engagement offices in 9 countries across the world, Saskatchewan is poised to diversify markets, expand market access for businesses, and supply these vital resources to the world. Events like the Food, Fuel, Fertilizer Global Summit showcase the leadership and resilience that make Saskatchewan a steady and trusted partner in uncertain times.”
According to government figures, Saskatchewan exported goods to more than 160 countries in 2024, with eight of those markets each surpassing $1 billion in trade. International merchandise exports reached $45.4 billion, marking one of the top three years on record for the province.
Private capital investment rose by 17.3 per cent in 2024 to $14.7 billion, the highest growth rate among Canadian provinces. Investment is projected to increase by another 10.1 per cent in 2025, reaching $16.2 billion — the second-highest percentage growth forecast among the provinces.
Statistics Canada’s most recent data shows Saskatchewan’s real GDP reached a record high of $77.9 billion in 2023, an increase of 2.3 per cent. That growth tied the province for second place nationally and exceeded the national average of 1.6 per cent.
The province says these indicators support continued investments in affordability, health care, education and community safety.