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Lactalis Canada breaks ground on new distribution centre

Lactalis Canada held a groundbreaking ceremony to mark the start of construction for a new distribution centre in Oshawa, Ont.


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Vaughan Economic Development

Vaughan brings a lot to the table. Situated in the centre of the Greater Toronto Area – home to North America’s largest food and beverage sector – Vaughan has all the key ingredients to support a thriving food and beverage supply chain.


Kellanova Canada reveals new leadership team as spin-off takes effect

Kellanova (formerly known as Kellogg Company) completes the previously announced spin-off of its North American cereal business (WK Kellogg Co), resulting in two independent, public companies. This also marks the beginning of two standalone legal entities in Canada: Kellanova Canada and WK Kellogg Canada.


Piccola Cucina diversifies portfolio with acquisition

Piccola Cucina, a manufacturer of certified gluten and dairy-free products in Winnipeg, acquires Judy G Foods, a gluten-free pizza and vegan dessert company.


Food Centre receives $5M funding boost from federal, provincial governments

The federal and Saskatchewan governments invest $5 million in Saskatchewan Food Industry Development Centre.


Innovation Insights: Collaboration and creativity can help processors reduce food waste

Food loss and waste is a pervasive problem. F&B manufacturers need to find sustainable methods of preventing waste during the production process or collaborate on creative ways to convert ‘waste’ into usable ingredients.


 
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Sustainable Food Innovation Starts with USA Sunflower Oil

Sustainability is an important factor in decision making for Canadian consumers. In fact, according to a study by Mintel in 20221, 71% Canadians identify as sustainable consumers.

USA grown sunflower oil is a non-GMO and healthy ingredient for sustainable food innovations. The deep tap roots of sunflowers help break up the layers of the soil and make them drought resistant. Sunflowers also require a lot less water than many other crops. Approximately 1.3 million acres of oil type sunflowers are planted each year in the USA. To know more about the field to customer journey of sunflower oil, download this factsheet.
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Frozen, not dried: The Bells create a new tea category

A health scare led Rory and Tracy Bell on a quest to harness the power of tea as a superfood. Their mission to unlock tea's full potential resulted in Millennia Tea cubes, flash-frozen to preserve the tea's nutrients. Dive into their story, from sourcing tea in remote corners of the world to their innovative process that maximizes antioxidants. » Read full article
 
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Edible cannabis packaging considerations

Producers of edible cannabis are challenged with strict packaging and labelling regulations. However, it is important to ensure appropriate measures are in place to safeguard consumers while providing a quality product with safe packaging. » Read full article
 
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FHCP changes senior leadership team

Food, Health & Consumer Products of Canada makes changes to senior executive leadership team. Errol Cerit has been promoted to executive vice-president, industry, government relations and membership development. Michi Furuya Chang is now executive vice president, public policy, regulatory affairs and head of divisional strategy. » Read full article
 
 
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Anuga

Location: Cologne, Germany Dates: October 7-11, 2023 » Learn more

BCFB Awards 2023

Location: Vancouver Dates: October 11, 2023 » Learn more

The Meating Place 2023

Location: Muskoka, Ont. Dates: October 20-21, 2023 » Learn more