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Building on 30 years of global canola leadership, BASF strengthens its Saskatoon breeding hub with $27M CAD facility investment; Construction taking place from spring 2026 through end of 2027, adding breeding capacity and advanced automation; InVigor® hybrid canola to benefit and see faster genetic gain and new trait integration, driving greater yields, disease protection and performance for growers
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SASKATOON, SASKATCHEWAN, March 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — BASF Agricultural Solutions (BASF) is investing $27 million CAD to expand and transform its Canola Breeding Centre of Innovation with construction commencing this spring. The investment will strengthen its position as a global leader in canola advancement. It also contributes to economic growth and competitiveness for Saskatchewan and serves as an innovation hub reinforcing the long-term commitment of BASF delivering leading-edge genetics for canola growers globally.
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For 30 years, InVigor® hybrid canola has played a central role in advancing productivity and performance for canola growers around the world. This facility expansion marks the next chapter in that legacy, enhancing breeding capacity, integrating advanced automation, and accelerating the development of new hybrids.
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“Canola is a strategic crop for our Agricultural Solutions business, playing a crucial role for Canadian farmers and supporting food production worldwide,” said Livio Tedeschi, President, BASF Agricultural Solutions. “This investment underscores our commitment to advancing our entire portfolio of canola. As the global leader in canola production and innovation, BASF is proud to invest in its future innovation capabilities.”
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“For three decades, Canadian farmers have relied on InVigor hybrid canola for its consistent performance and yield advantage,” said Leta LaRush, Vice President, BASF Agricultural Solutions Canada. “This significant investment strengthens our ability to bring forward the next generation of high-performing hybrids, supporting yield gains, agronomic resilience and long-term success for Canadian farmers.”
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Accelerating innovation through advanced breeding technologies
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A key component of the Saskatoon facility expansion is the development of new infrastructure to support precision-controlled environment growth systems and high throughput automation pipelines. These enhancements are critical to implementing genomic selection at scale, enabling faster, more precise breeding decisions and accelerating genetic gain across all InVigor programs. By increasing breeding throughput and improving predictive capabilities, BASF can shorten innovation cycles and deliver improved hybrids to the market more efficiently.
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Strengthening future hybrid varieties
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