Agronomist Edgars Ruža awarded Cabinet of Ministers prize
On 20 October it was decided to award the Latvian Cabinet of Ministers prize to agronomist Edgars Ruža for attracting foreign investment and boosting Latvia's international competitiveness. The Ministry of Economics announced the decision.
A Latvian government honour, the Cabinet of Ministers prize, was decided on 20 October to be awarded to agronomist Edgars Ruža. He is a board member of the company Asns Ingredient and the founder and long-time head of the farmers' cooperative Latraps, the Ministry of Economics reports.
The prize recognises his contribution to attracting foreign investment and strengthening Latvia's international competitiveness.
The pea processing project
Asns Ingredient is carrying out a pea processing project. Its goal is to build what is intended to be the most modern pea processing plant in Northern and Eastern Europe. The company also develops innovative food products and produces them in Latvia.
About the prize
The Cabinet of Ministers prize is awarded for significant merits in national development, economic or public activity, and other areas important to the state. A certificate of recognition is presented by the Prime Minister or the minister responsible for the relevant sector at a formal ceremony. It is held in honour of the Restoration of Independence Day and the Proclamation Day of the Republic of Latvia.
