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The objectives of this briefing are to describe a typical order fulfillment process for a sale of bulk grain* to an international buyer and identify some of the key issues in the performance of the bulk grain logistics system.

Forty individuals from across western Canada and representing all six sectors (Air, Construction, Logistics, Marine, Rail and Trucking) in the Asia Pacific Gateway were surveyed or interviewed to gather their impressions about the current priorities in technology and innovation investments. 

Summary of current legislation, CTAR recommendations, and failed Bill C-26.

This report draws largely on existing research the describe a very complex grain handling and transportation system in a simple, easy-to-understand way. It is intended as a primer for the workshops where more detailed information may be used.