We are thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for you to join WestGen’s 2026 Agricultural Experience to Japan! This 14-day adventure, spanning from late February to early March 2026, is tailored for those passionate about agriculture and eager to explore the innovative practices and rich cultural heritage of Japan.
Looking for more details contact our Marketing Manager, Krista Christiuk, at (778) 345-5411.
South Africa 2024
The 2024 WestGen International Trip to South Africa amazed 45 travelers departing on January 20th from Vancouver and Calgary. We explored Eastern Cape’s farmland, visiting Broadlands Holsteins and Puttergill Farm. The tour continued to Tsitsikamma, where we learned about innovative farming practices at Nigel Lok Farm. Lancewood Dairy showcased Jersey cow breeding and pasture optimization in George. Fair Cape Dairy in Durbanville emphasized sustainability and breeding strategies. Further experiences included wine tasting at Fairview and encountering African penguins at Boulder Beach. We journeyed to Kruger National Park for a thrilling game drive and marveled at Blyde Canyon’s beauty. Shiduli Private Game Reserve offered unforgettable safari experiences. Our adventure ended with fond farewells in Johannesburg, leaving us with cherished memories and anticipation for future tours.
UK 2019
January 2019, WestGen visited the United Kingdom with a tour of 40 guests. Who enjoyed visiting:
- Enginburgh Castle Tour
- Farm tours in Southern Scotland
- Hadrians Wall
- Carlisle Castle
- Farm Tours in Lake District and North Wales
- Chester Cathedral
- JCB Factory Tour and Marsten Brewery Tour
- Warwick Castle & Shakespeare play
- London Bridge & Trafalger Square
- SWISS EXPO
What hot spot is on your bucket list?
For many, the land down under is a destination they’ve always wanted to visit, though it can be a big trip to plan on your own. So when Jim Conroy & Peter Dickson of Semex Australia extended us another invitation to bring a group of Canadian dairy producers to their vast country they didn’t have to twist our arm very hard.
WestGen travelled to Australia January 9-27 2017 and visited Sydney, Melbourne, Cairns and the Gold Coast, with time to explore the Great Ocean Road, Great Barrier Reef and to relax in Surfer’s Paradise included. We’ll also participated in a few days of dairy farm tours in Victoria and took in a couple days at the largest dairy show in the Southern Hemisphere – International Dairy Week!
Brazil 2016
January 2016, WestGen visited Brazil with a tour of 50 guests. Who enjoyed visiting:
- Rio De Janeiro
- Cenatte IVF & Surrounding Girolando & Gir Farms
- Castrolanda Colony & Surrounding Progressive Holstein Dairies
- Jet Boat tour at Iguazu Falls
- Brazilian Churrascaria BBQ
- Relaxed on the beaches of Rio!
