Sector
Seafood
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Draft released – Canada’s first farmed salmonids ‘Code of Practice’
The National Farm Animal Care Council (NFACC) and the Canadian Aquaculture Industry Alliance (CAIA) are pleased to announce the launch of the public comment period for the draft Code of Practice for the Care and Handling of Farmed Salmonids. The…
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Reiser to hold virtual trade show
Registration is now open for the Reiser 2020 Virtual Trade Show, an online, live event to be held November 2-6, 2020. The event is an opportunity to spend time with Reiser’s Application Specialists, each an authority in their industry, with deep…
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Introducing Scout, the First Canned Seafood Brand to Source 100% of Product from Canada and the U.S.
Canadian seafood brand Scout is the first craft canned seafood line to source 100% of species off the shores of Canada and the U.S.; creating a local and sustainable business model. Scout established a network of small-scale and sustainable fisheries,…
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The Canadian Seafood Show fast approaching – October 27 & 28 in Montreal
The Canadian Seafood Show will be held at the end of October in Montreal. It has the distinction of being Canadian’s first seafood show. This edition will show off Canada’s seafood industry to the world. The international component provides an…
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Government of Canada investment brings fish & seafood surplus food to Indigenous communities – starting investment of up to $10.8 million to the Fisher River Cree Nation
The Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, on behalf of Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, today highlighted Government investment of up to $10.8 million through the Surplus Food Rescue Program to the Fisher River Cree Nation (FRCN).…
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Surplus Food Rescue Program provides up to $15.5 million to Canadian fish and seafood industry
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada has highlighted support through the Surplus Food Rescue Program for vulnerable Canadians facing food insecurity and Canada’s fish and seafood industry. The program will purchase up to $15.5 million at the cost of production, of surplus…
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Nestlé adds a plant-based seafood alternative product to its line-up
Nestlé has launched a plant-based tuna alternative that can be used in a wide range of dishes such as salads, sandwiches and pizzas. It has the flaky texture and rich flavor that makes tuna a favorite in many meals. The…
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Winners for 27th Annual Canadian Grand Prix New Product Awards Announced
Retail Council of Canada (RCC) revealed the winners of the 27th Annual Canadian Grand Prix New Product Awards on July 30 during a virtual gala. Twenty-seven companies took home the coveted Canadian Grand Prix New Product Award for products they introduced into…
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Earthcycle plastic-free packaging extended to protein products
July 8, 2020, Hantsport, N.S. – Responding to industry and consumer demands for less plastic packaging, CKF Inc. has worked with key retailers to develop an Earthcycle solution for meat and seafood. Still a thermoformed moulded pulp tray, the new…
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Intercity Packers launches home delivery platform
June 25, 2020, Richmond, B.C. – Intercity Packers, B.C.’s only fully integrated supplier of custom-cut meat and seafood has pivoted to a new sales channel to keep product moving and their employees working. In partnership with Central Fresh Food, Intercity…
