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Canadian pork industry receives funding from the Canadian Agricultural Partnership’s AgriMarketing Program
GUELPH, ONT. – Canada Pork International received an investment of up to $6 million to strengthen, diversify and grow Canada’s pork exports in priority markets around the world. This investment will help Canada’s pork industry in their efforts to boost…
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Gay Lea Foods receives investment from FedDev Ontario
TEESWATER, Ont. – The Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, visited Gay Lea Foods Co-operative Ltd. (Gay Lea Foods) to announce an investment of up to $16.9 million through the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario) and through Agriculture…
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CFIA documents that Canada is historically free from African swine fever
Today, the Chief Veterinary Officer (CVO) for Canada, Dr. Jaspinder Komal, issued the following statement about an important step to communicate our preparedness for African swine fever (ASF): “Canada is free of ASF and has never had a reported case…
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CUSMA impacting business, survey finds
Sage, cloud business management solutions, today released the Canadian findings from its global survey of more than 900 process manufacturers. Almost half of Canadian respondents (49 per cent) to the survey said that pending regulatory changes introduced by the Canada-United…
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Mother Raw expands products into North America
With plant-based eating gaining traction in North America, Mother Raw, makers of dressings, dips, condiments and quesos, is set to be available in stores across North American. Mother Raw is gaining strong market presence at an ideal time, supported by…
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BevCanna study looks into consumer preferences for CBD-infused beverages
BevCanna, a processor of infused cannabis beverages, announced the results of its extensive North American-wide consumer study, focused on product and consumer preferences within the nascent cannabis-infused beverage market. The study found that while more Canadians are aware of THC-based…
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Beyond Meat to offer plant-based meat in HelloFresh meal kits
Consumers are increasingly looking to diversify their protein source, whether it be for health, environment or ethical reasons. Canada’s Food Guide suggests that eating plant-based foods “can have a positive effect on health, including a lowered risk of cancer, heart…
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New network supports food and beverage manufacturing innovation and collaboration
WINNIPEG– A new Canadian Food Innovators Network is being established to boost collaboration, innovation and commercialization in Canada’s food and beverage manufacturing sector. Federal investment of up to $30 million was announced today by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada…
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McCain Foods invest in Brazilian French fry factory
São Paulo – McCain Foods, the world leader in frozen French fries, potato specialties and appetizers, and one of the top 10 most valuable food brands in the world, announces its investment in its first French fry factory in Brazil.…
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Agri-Neo food-safety solution receives recognition
As consumers across the globe look for safer and healthier food options, innovative Canadian companies, such as Agri-Neo Inc., are developing solutions to safely feed the world. Agri-Neo Inc. received a FedDev Ontario contribution of $570,000 for the commercialization of…
