Mon, Mar 31
|Buffalo Creek Mills
Buffalo Creek Mills Tour
Time & Location
Mar 31, 2025, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Buffalo Creek Mills, Rhineland Industrial Park, 5 Park Ave RM of, Altona, MB R0G 0B0, Canada
About the event
Experience the journey from field to fork as you explore Buffalo Creek Mills' state-of-the-art facilities. Perfect for farmers, or those working in the food industry that are interested in buying bulk oat orders. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with local producers & industry professionals.
SPEAKERS:
Joseph Sijo, Ph.D. (Research Scientist, AAFC)
Driven by a passion for innovation, Joseph is leading research on the health benefits of oats, focusing on improving glycemic control, enhancing protein quality, and developing tools for better nutrition. From unlocking the potential of oat proteins to evaluating digestibility, he is shaping a healthier, more sustainable future—one project at a time.
Learn more about Joseph and his research here: https://profils-profiles.science.gc.ca/en/profile/sijo-joseph-thandapilly-phd
Dorthea Gregoire, Ph.D. (Director of Education, Extension and Outreach, COG)
Paving the way for progress, Dorthea lead COG’s ROO Program. The program was “designed to support Prairie-based growers who are interested in transitioning to regenerative organic farm management”. Through the ROO program, she’s empowering farmers with tailored training, hands-on field days, and ongoing support, fostering a thriving regenerative organic oats supply in Canada.
Learn more about the ROO program here: https://cog.ca/regenerative-organic-oats
Meaghan Fehr (Director of Sales & Purchasing, Buffao Creek Mills)
As the Director of Sales & Purchasing, Meaghan plays a pivotal role in driving our business forward. She leads the team to ensure we provide top-quality products and exceptional service while fostering strong partnerships with our customers and producers. Meaghan brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the role from her extensive experience in existing operations and the agri-food industry.
Image & information is courtesy: Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada. Sijo Joseph (Thandapilly), Ph.D.
Image & information is courtesy: Canadian Organics Growers. Regenerative Organic Oats (ROO).
Tickets are $25, and include the cost of lunch for the event. If the cost of tickets is a concern, kindly email us at info@manitobaorganics.com, we will be glad to assist.