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SECTOR ADVANTAGE
Built for Agri-Food Growth
Productive land, border access and strong market connections create a competitive location for agriculture and food-processing investment.
Prime Border Location
A strategic border location supporting efficient cross-border logistics and trade
Class 1 & 2
Soils
provide a strong foundation for diverse crop and food production
Duty-Free Market Access
to the U.S. and Mexico connects businesses to major markets
A Strong Foundation for Agri-Food Investment
LARGE SCALE DISTRIBUTION NETWORK
Emerson-Franklin is located amongst the largest cluster of protein processing and manufacturing in Canada. It is positioned along an established transportation network that helps facilities various agricultural products, including:
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Field crops – corn, carrot, onion, barley, soybeans, peas, tomatoes and wheat
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Specialty crops – cannabis, white beans, coloured beans, herbs and mushrooms
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Livestock – beef, pork, poultry and eggs
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Dairy – milk, cream, cheese, yogurt and specialty products
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Fruits and vegetables – apples, grapes, tender fruits and berries, tomatoes, spinach, cucumbers and corn
SKILLED LABOUR, RESEARCH AND EDUCATION
Emerson-Franklin is less than an hour away from various Research and Development Centres focusing on research in cereal, oilseed, livestock and pasture. Just north of Emerson-Franklin is the Long-Term Manure & Crop Management Field Laboratory, the Trace Gas Manitoba (TGAS MAN) Greenhouse Gas Field Emission Site, and the Glenlea Long Term Crop Rotation Research Centre.
The University of Manitoba Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences, located only an hour north of Emerson-Franklin, specializes in sustainable crop and livestock production systems, safe and nutritious food, oilseed research, and land and water resource management.
EXISTING BUSINESS BASE
Emerson-Franklin has a strong reputation in canola, wheat, barley, alfalfa, dry field peas, cattle, pig, and poultry. There are many small-to-medium size agri-businesses, food processors, and growers who have significant, longstanding operations. They are major suppliers of equipment and bioproducts for companies across North America.
Some notable Agri-Businesses in Emerson-Franklin include:
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Emerson Milling Inc.
Invest in
Agriculture Food & Beverage
Our strategic location on the U.S. border and rich Class 1 and Class 2 soils create significant opportunities for agriculture, agri-food and cross-border logistics. Integrated, temperature-controlled distribution networks move fresh products quickly to market, while duty-free access to the U.S. and Mexico makes Emerson-Franklin an excellent location for food processing businesses.
Investment Opportunities
Grow, Process and Reach New Markets
Emerson-Franklin’s agri-food sector offers investment opportunities across these five key fields, meeting growing domestic and international demand:
Specialty Foods & Beverage Production
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Seasonal Farmers Markets
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Craft Brewery and Micro Distilleries
Grains, Oilseed & Pulse Processing
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Bakery and tortilla manufacturing
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Grain, canola, soybean processing
Greenhouse Wholesale & Retail
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Cannabis production & wholesale
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Greenhouse vegetable processing
Plant-Based Protein Production
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Fava Bean Protein
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Pea Protein
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Oat protein
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Hemp protein
Livestock & Meat Processing
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Beef, pork, poultry and eggs
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Livestock feed
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BUSINESS SUPPORT
Incentives That Move Projects Forward
Several incentives and supports are available and open to discussion with our Staff and Council to assist you in achieving your business objectives.
Opportunity Zone
Redirecting a grant of up to 100% of accruing municipal tax to targeted development projects like multi-family housing.
Shared Building Ownership
The Municipality and investor would create a joint venture to make more equity capital available.
Contact Us
Ready to start your next business investment or expansion in Emerson-Franklin? There are Several Resources and Supports Available to Assist Investors and Business.