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Rural romanticism and “natural” foods
Ronald Doering takes a hard look at what consumers want, what farmers can deliver and how the CFIA is to regulate it all
Strategies to compete
What will it take to create a globally competitive, financially stable and sustainable Canadian food industry?
Turning rising food costs into opportunities
Uncertain economic times can offer manufacturers the chance to innovate, expand business models and attract new customers
Food and beverage industry outlook for 2011
In a special podcast for Food in Canada, KPMG answers the key questions food and beverage manufacturers are asking about the year ahead.
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Seafood farmers and consumers have an organic option
The new Canadian Organic Aquaculture Standard means farmers can apply it to their production methods and consumers have the option of purchasing organic
Sweet and sinful
Premium quality and unique flavour combinations are encouraging even the most health-conscious consumers to indulge in the occasional chocolate or candy treat
SIAL Canada 2012 showcases winners
The SIAL trade show and conference took place in Montreal in May and held competitions for producers of innovative food products, coffee and olive oil
How to make change happen
According to Gary Fread, a transformation of the food industry must occur now
Baked goods producer wins export award
Toronto-based Fiera Foods wins Ontario’s Food Exporter Award for 2012
Big news for Canadian dairy processor
Ultima Foods announces a custom agreement with Yoplait, a new launch and a major investment
The Ethical Omnivore
When it comes to meat and poultry, consumers are bringing ethical and safety concerns to the table
Cold spell devastates apples, tender fruits sector
Weather causes losses to Ontario apple and tender fruit crops; loss to growers and economy could reach $100 million
Technology turns ag-waste into useful products
The federal government has given a University of Alberta technology an investment boost paving the way for innovative new products
Grocer cleans up its private label line
President’s Choice brand products will no longer have artificial colours and flavours, says Loblaw Companies
Canadians warming up to food irradiation
A Consumers’ Association of Canada survey has found that more than half of Canadians would welcome the choice of irradiated foods in their grocery store
Canada changes its Food and Drugs Act
The federal government has updated the Act with new tools to keep consumers safe and help Health Canada respond more quickly to new food technology and science
Swine Health Board launches health network
The Canadian Swine Health Board has created a health network to identify swine health concerns sooner
Feds help expand agricultural trade with Morocco
Ag minister says trade mission to Morocco a success for Canadian producers
KPMG: Canadian food manufacturers investing heavily in sustainability strategies
Eighty-eight per cent have strategy in place.
Asia’s growth bodes well for agri-food in Canada
A new report says growth in China, India and other emerging markets could help make Canada’s agri-food sector a growth engine for the entire economy
Partnership creates a national brewmaster program
Colleges in Alberta and Ontario have agreed to share resources and launch one national brewmaster program
Dairy processing goes green
Transforming energy and water usage is allowing Canada’s dairy industry to save costs and be responsible corporate citizens
Meat processor modernizes plant
With the help of a federal loan, a Toronto meat packer will upgrade its facility benefiting producers in Southern Ontario
