Regina can be called mustard Canada’s capital?
The folks at Regina Exhibition Association Limited (REAL) certainly think so, and they probably have a strong argument.
According to REAL, about 80% of Canada’s mustard seeds are grown in Saskatchewan. The province also supplies nearly 29% of the world’s rapeseed.
“Saskatchewan is the largest mustard grower and largest mustard exporter in Canada,” said Kirk Westgard, REAL vice president of agriculture.
“A lot of it is planted right around Regina. You don’t have to go far to see agriculture being produced and created in relation to the farmer.”
August 3-7 has been officially named by the City of Regina as “mustard sprinkling” week to celebrate the famous spice.
“Wherever in North America at whatever ballpark you go, sausage and mustard are best friends and all that mustard comes from here right here in Saskatchewan,” says Westgard. When Westgard was asked if he liked ketchup or mustard, he could only laugh.
To really strengthen the mustard capital, a new product has been created called “Queen City Mustard” which is now available at Regina Ex.
“The Queen City mustard underscores the crop’s importance to the Saskatchewan economy and that it is a staple of exhibitions everywhere,” REAL CEO Tim Reid said in a statement. a press release. “We want Regina to be the Mustard Capital of Canada!”
The 375 ml vials retail for $5 and are available at the Queen City Ex merchandise stand in QCX Marketplace located in the lobby of the Viterra International Trade Center (VITC).
All proceeds from the Queen City Mustard will be donated to the Regina Food Bank.
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