Sector
Ingredients & Additives
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$17 million to go toward Canadian genomics projects
Genome Canada announced $17 million in funding will go toward genomics research projects that will help agriculture and agri-food thrive
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$20-million donation will help U of Guelph transform global food economy
The University of Guelph received a $20-million donation and will use to create the Arrell Food Institute. The new institute will address food security, safety and sustainability
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13 Ontario agri-tech companies receive grants
Bioenterprise Corporation wants to help agri-tech companies with innovative ideas get their products to market and to consumers
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2017 Grant Thornton Executive Forum
This year’s Grant Thornton Executive Forum includes companies from across Canada and a conversation about growth and new markets
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2017 McCormick Flavour Forecast released
For nearly two decades, this annual report from McCormick has become known as the go-to guide for hot trends and ingredients
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3PL C.H. Robinson acquires Canadian freight forwarder
C.H. Robinson has acquired Montreal-based Milgram & Company Ltd. for $62 million
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A bouquet of flours
Grain Millers Inc. offers a variety of grain, dairy, specialty ingredients, both conventional and organic
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A new online tool launches for B.C.’s food sector
Food and beverage processors in B.C. have a new online tool – BC Food Connection – to connect them with co-packers and commercial kitchens to help them grow their businesses
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A new study confirms benefits of whole grains
A study out of the U.S., different from previous clinical trials, demonstrates the benefits of consuming whole grains such as whole-wheat bread, oatmeal, barley, rye and brown or wild rice
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A new study finds our brains regulate salt intake
Results from a new study released in the U.S. this month question the logic of limiting salt intake. For decades, health advocates, nutritionists and medical professionals have advocated lowering daily salt consumption. But the study, called Can Dietary Sodium Intake…
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A not so rotten idea
SMEs win Home Depot sustainable product contest
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AAFC announces programs for the agriculture and agri-food sector
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada has launched six federal programs under the Canadian Agricultural Partnership to help strengthen the agriculture and agri-food sector
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ACE and HERO team up again with pink buns for breast cancer
ACE Bakery and HERO Certified Burgers have teamed up once again to support the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation – Ontario Region (CBCF) in an effort to help “beet” cancer. From September 26 through October 21 this year, diners can visit…
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Add a touch of exotic
BSA Gourmet – in Ontario and Quebec – offers seasoning blends that add spice or heat, Asian or Indian flavours to myriad dishes
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Add flavour, not sodium
Salt of the Earth has launched its Umami-Essence Sea Salt, which adds flavour and can dramatically reduce sodium levels
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Adding apple to baked goods can increase fibre
The Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) has reported on a study that looked into the feasibility of adding dried apple skin powder into baked goods. According to IFT, adding apple skin powder to baked goods could boost their fibre content.…
