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CANTERRA SEEDS recently announced it would be acquiring Alliance Seed, saying the move would strengthen their seed business and expand distribution across Western Canada.
The pedigreed seed operation will continue to operate as a standalone brand under CANTERRA SEEDS’s umbrella, with key staff transitioning to maintain continuity and customer relationships.
Brent Derkatch, CEO of CANTERRA SEEDS says Alliance Seed has built an impressive portfolio and a network supported by committed seed growers.
"With our experience, we’re confident we can build on this strong foundation, help the brand grow, and offer even more value to Canadian farmers."
CANTERRA SEEDS entrance into the pedigreed seed market will allow them to bring high-performing, proven varieties such as CDC Endure milling oats and AAC Leroy VB CWRS wheat to more farmers across Western Canada.
Shane Paterson, Director of Trading and Transportation for Paterson Grain and former President and Chairman of Alliance Seed says founding and growing Alliance Seed has been an incredible journey, and we’re proud of what the team has accomplished.
"As we looked for the right successor, it was important to find someone who aligned with Alliance Seed’s culture and commitment to personalized service - and we found that in CANTERRA SEEDS. This new chapter brings exciting opportunities for the Alliance Seed brand, and we look forward to continuing our support through our retail network."
Alliance Seed is a pedigreed seed business previously owned by Paterson Grain.