Food Manufacturing Trends
New bill to promote local foods
As the food manufacturing industry in Ontario continues to grow, the province says it will introduce a bill that supports local producers and the foods they grow
Drought, low consumer confidence hit food manufacturing hard: report
The Conference Board of Canada’s latest report shows how hurt crops and poor job market will affect food manufacturing
Food manufacturer helps renovate ice rinks
Mars Canada Inc. is contributing funds to help small communities across Canada whose ice rinks and arenas have fallen into disrepair
Canadian wines among winners
Seven Canadian wines are among InterVin International Wine Awards’ top-scoring value wines
B.C. food processors, farmers to step up marketing efforts
Consumers will learn more about the foods available to them with the help of an investment from the B.C. government
On the Shelf!
Our latest sampling of new consumer products includes beverages, popcorn, crackers, yogurt and a range of snacks
Global bakery industry faces contradictory trends
Consumers want indulgence and they want healthy options. Euromonitor International takes a look at how the global bakery industry is meeting consumer demands
Retailers pushing bake and snack companies to re-package
A new report from PMMI finds that retailers are behind the recent push to more innovative packaging in the bake and snack sector
Harvest time
Vegetable processing giant Bonduelle North America continues to reap rewards by freezing out the competition
Bridging the nutrient gap
Consumers are increasingly looking for help from fruit and vegetable processors to meet their daily nutrition needs
Project aims to combat obesity using food
A group in the U.K. is tackling the obesity issue by researching and developing foods that curb appetite
Drought brings price spikes – and opportunities
Farm Credit Canada says while there are challenges for commodity producers as a result of the widespread drought, Canadian producers might also see some benefits
Weston Foods to pilot test new wastewater treatment system
With the help of a federal investment, the baked goods processor will test a new onsite bio-digester and its ability to use water sustainably
Clearwater obtains its seventh certification
The Marine Stewardship Council has certified Clearwater Seafoods’ Arctic surf clam fishery as sustainable and well managed
Snow crab fishery achieves milestone
The Scotian Shelf Snow crab trap fishery has become the first in North America to receive Marine Stewardship Council certification
Study sees demanding times ahead for food makers and grocers
A U.S. study finds the rise of Millennials and aging boomers will put pressure on food processors and grocery retailers to keep up
Team reinvents pizza
A Glasgow University professor and an entrepreneur add vitamins, and cut the salt and fat to create a frozen pizza that is a healthy and nutritious option