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About SWAMDPA
The Saskatchewan Whitetail and Mule Deer
Producers Association (SWAMDPA) was formed in 1997 to promote the
growth of whitetail and mule deer farming in Saskatchewan. The
Association represents about 93 members farming over 4,500 deer in the
province.
In Saskatchewan, The
Game Farming and Game Products Merchandising Regulations are
co-administered by Saskatchewan Agriculture and Food (SAF) and
Saskatchewan Environment and Resource Management (SERM). These
regulations, passed in 1987, legitimized game farming as an
agricultural activity in the province.
The Association hosts an
annual convention and auction. SWAMDPA exhibits at trade shows within
the province. The Association has been active in working with the
provincial government departments to promote the interests and
well-being of its membership.
Mission and Goals
The mission
of the Saskatchewan Whitetail and Mule Deer Producers Association is
to provide for the orderly and effective development of the industry.
The goals
of SWAMDPA are to:
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Promote and develop the
Saskatchewan Whitetail and Mule deer industry.
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Provide a framework for
the sharing of knowledge and experience with respect to deer
farming.
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Be a united voice in
dealing with government and other agencies.
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Co-operate with other
organizations with similar interests.
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Encourage the production
of a high quality, uniform product.
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Develop standards for
the production of high quality breeding stock.
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Gather, compile and
distribute information related to the production, consumption and
marketing of deer.
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Conduct or encourage
research on production, marketing, processing and consumption of
deer venison and related products.
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Promote and improve
understanding among members.
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Gather and distribute
statistical information that would be of benefit to the members.
For more information,
contact the Association office
or one of the Directors.
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