Singapore, Singapore and Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada, 20 February 2025 – Nurasa, a wholly owned company of Temasek and a leading organisation in sustainable nutrition development in Asia, and the Saskatchewan Food Industry Development Centre (Food Centre), a leading contract research, manufacturing and incubation organisation in Canada are pleased to announce a strategic partnership that will foster innovation and enhance collaboration within the global food and beverage industry. 

The collaboration between Nurasa and the Food Centre will support agri-food companies by facilitating cross-border commercialisation, with each organisation acting as a gateway for market entry – Canada providing access to North America, and Singapore serving as a gateway to Asia. The partnership will offer collaborative seminars, webinars, and workshops highlighting both technical and commercial topics. This strategic alliance will empower agri-food companies to navigate complex innovation challenges and successfully launch new products in the global food and beverage marketplace. 

Nurasa is an independent company dedicated to addressing food challenges through strategic partnerships and comprehensive one-stop shop solutions. Nurasa supports the acceleration and adoption of sustainable and nutritious ingredients and food products through their open innovation platform, partnerships, and investment activities. Located in Singapore, Nurasa is strategically positioned to offer access to Asia’s thriving food ecosystem. 

The Saskatchewan Food Industry Development Centre is a not-for-profit organisation offering unique expertise to the agri-food sector from ideation to commercialisation. The Food Centre specialises in product development, ingredient 

evaluation, technical innovation, co-manufacturing, interim processing, extrusion, fermentation and bioengineering, food safety training, and small business development – with an emphasis on female entrepreneurs in agri-food. Located in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, the Food Centre benefits from its strategic positioning within Canada, providing exceptional market access across North America. By leveraging Saskatchewan’s thriving ingredient manufacturing ecosystem, the Food Centre helps businesses expand their reach both domestically and internationally. 

The two organisations and the Government of Saskatchewan are pleased to announce this partnership and look forward to driving continued growth and success of the food and beverage sector. 

“Our province is at the forefront of cutting-edge solutions that transform food systems, thanks to world renowned organisations like the Saskatchewan Food Industry Development Centre. Their partnership with Nurasa allows us to share the expertise in agriculture sustainability and agri-food innovation that we are so well known for, not only in Singapore but throughout Asia. This mutually beneficial partnership is sure to be the beginning of a long and fruitful relationship, helping to ensure food security across the globe for years to come.” 

– Warren Kaeding, Minister of Trade and Export Development 

“This partnership with the Saskatchewan Food Industry Development Centre is a key step in accelerating the scaling up of food innovation and expanding market access for sustainably produced products. Canada has a strong foundation in sustainable agri-food production, and through this collaboration, we aim to help Canadian companies bring their ingredients and products to Asian consumers, who are increasingly looking for nutritious and sustainable food options. 

At the same time, this cross-border alliance creates opportunities for Asian innovators to enter the North American market, supporting businesses in commercialising their 

products at scale. By leveraging the strengths of both regions, we are fostering deeper collaboration and enabling food companies to grow globally. We look forward to working together to shape a more sustainable and innovative food ecosystem.” 

– Xiuling Guo, Chief Executive Office, Nurasa 

“We are very excited about this partnership as Saskatchewan’s growing ingredient manufacturing ecosystem along with our diverse range of sustainable agri-food products and ingredients will have new and expanded market access in Asia. The partnership with Nurasa will provide joint and scalable innovation and commercialisation opportunities for startups and SMEs in the Canadian food and beverage manufacturing ecosystem in Singapore and Asia-Pacific region. Singapore is the gateway to Asian food innovation, with a sophisticated regulatory infrastructure. Our partnership with Nurasa will assist agri-food companies in developing affordable and sustainable product solutions for the Asian food marketplace.” 

– Mehmet Tulbek, President, Saskatchewan Food Industry Development Centre Inc. 

About Nurasa 

Nurasa is dedicated to realising a world where sustainable nutrition is accessible to all. Through innovative approach and open collaboration platform, Nurasa is crafting nutritious solutions that utilise sustainable ingredients, ensuring market access for better-for-you foods. By fostering partnerships and leveraging our innovation platforms, Nurasa drives forward at every stage of growth, expanding opportunities across Asia and beyond. https://nurasa.com 

The Food Tech Innovation Centre (FTIC), in collaboration with A*STAR’s Singapore Institute of Food and Biotechnology Innovation (SIFBI), serves as a nexus for research and development, offering various food facilities including High Moisture Extrusion and Precision Fermentation. This integrated solution provider, coupled with co-manufacturing capabilities, market insights, and strategic partnerships with industry experts, is enabling rapid commercialisation and scaling across Asia. 

About The Saskatchewan Food Industry Development Centre 

The Saskatchewan Food Industry Development Centre is a leading Canadian provider of contract research, manufacturing, and incubation services for agri-businesses. The Centre support sustainable, value-added innovation through product development, ingredient evaluation, technical innovation, co-manufacturing, extrusion, fermentation, bioengineering, food safety training, and small business development—with a focus on female entrepreneurs in agri-food. Located in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, our strategic position offers exceptional market access across North America. As Saskatchewan’s only commercial food processing incubation facility, we leverage the region’s ingredient manufacturing ecosystem to help businesses grow domestically and internationally. The Food Centre operates three processing facilities totaling 81,000+ sq. ft., equipped with diverse technologies and certifications to help businesses scale and succeed. www.foodcentre.sk.ca