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Editor's Note 
 
Hello, it’s Nithya Caleb here with your news of the week. In today’s newsletter learn about the latest initiative to address the labour crisis in Canada's agri-food industry as well as what protesters want from Kellogg. Happy reading!
- Nithya Caleb, Editor, Food in Canada
 
TOP HEADLINES 
 
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Protesters demand Kellogg remove artificial colours from cereals

Dozens of people rallied outside the Michigan headquarters of WK Kellogg Co., demanding that the company remove artificial dyes from its breakfast cereals.


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Crosby Foods acquires sweetener portfolio from Caesars Tea

The acquisition adds five SKUs to Crosby’s nutritive sweetener range, including three organic golden sugar, organic agave, and crystal rock sugar.


Dainty Rice launches new retort production lines

Dainty Rice invests $20 million in new retort production lines at its Windsor, Ont., plant.


New Food Processing Skills Canada program aims to break barriers in hiring people with disabilities

FoodAbility will take employers from awareness to action with training modules, workshops and resources that empower businesses to cultivate inclusive environments.


Maple Leaf Foods selects name for pork business

The company previously announced the separation of its pork business as a new independent, public company, which will be called Canada Packers.


 
 
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INDUSTRY HIGHLIGHTS 
 
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F&B sector’s wholesale sales reach $14.115B in Aug.

Statistics Canada releases data showing that total wholesale sales in the F&B sector reached $14.115 billion in August 2024, combining food sales of $13.135 billion and beverage sales of $980 million. » Read full article
 
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Fontaine Santé, Boursin launch new cheesy dips

Fontaine Santé partners with Boursin to launch four new products featuring Boursin’s garlic and fine herbs cheese. » Read full article
 
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Protein Industries Canada opens call for projects on blending pulses, cereals

PIC is accepting expressions of interest for a new round of technology projects focusing on the blending of pulses and cereals to create the next generation of high-protein, plant-based ingredients and food products. » Read full article
 
 
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FBA Conference & Awards 2024

Location: Charlottetown, P.E.I. Dates: October 22-23 » Learn more

2024 Meat Industry Expo

Location: Niagara Falls, Ont. Dates: October 25-26 » Learn more