Establishing processing facilities in the province would create jobs and keep more of the food dollar in the local economy. In this atmosphere of change and opportunity, it is important everyone have knowledge of a wide range of alternatives. Although they are not the appropriate response in all situations, NGCs have the potential to provide opportunities otherwise not possible. Railroads and Buffalo NGCs are one way of providing value-added activity in Saskatchewan. Choosing a producer-owned structure over a corporate structure gives producers access to a larger share of the earnings generated from such activity and also keeps these earnings circulating in the local economy.
Local owners have a large stake in the success and longevity of the enterprise.
NGCs are more likely to stay in the community and will be less tempted to move to take advantage of tax breaks or lower operating costs.