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What it’s like to be judge for the Canadian Grand Prix New Product Awards program
Siwin Foods expands with new $13-million processing plant
Edmonton facility will help boost capacity, future growth
Think globally, source locally
Asian and European flavours, along with comfort food and locally sourced ingredients, are among the influences shaping food in Canada
Specialty box for food transport, storage
Buckhorn Inc. has introduced the Intrepid 48”x40” bulk box designed to transport and store food, liquids and powders
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A closer look at seniors’ shopping habits reveals opportunities: survey
The Nielsen Global Survey About Aging finds retailers in North America are meeting seniors’ needs, but food manufacturers could do more
Industry welcomes Canada-South Korea Free Trade Agreement
The federal government says the agreement will mean Canadian consumers will benefit from a greater variety of goods at lower prices and Canadian industry will enjoy a level playing field
WHO urges people to eat less sugar
Health agency says sugar should be no more than 10 per cent of daily calorie intake; five per cent is better
Environmental group finds yoga mat chemical in hundreds of products
The Environmental Working Group has found azodicarbonamide in more than just Subway’s sandwich breads; it’s in 500 products and 130 brands of bread
Are you ready for three-year-old pizza?
Researchers in the U.S. army create RTE pizza that can go without refrigeration or freezing for three years
Budget 2014: $390 million for food safety could be better allocated: expert
The federal government released its 2014 Budget this week, which includes $390 million to enhance food safety
Handheld convenience
Cognex Corporation says its new DataMan 8050 series of barcode readers are rugged and fast
“OB” and double “V” – Focus on Food Safety
Many in the agri-food industry are concerned about the…
The year ahead in food regulation and labelling
Last year was a year of breaking bad that included much discussion and anticipation over the future of food regulation in Canada. It also threw in a few surprises, such as transitioning the authority of the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) from Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada to Health Canada. Many questions concerning the future of how food will be regulated still need to be addressed.
Elevated grains
Pasta and rice have moved from boring to bold, thanks to fresh innovations from manufacturers
U.S. maple syrup industry wants one grading standard
Maple syrup producer groups in the U.S. are pushing for the industry to adopt one grading standard for North America
On the shelf!: The latest new consumer products [Photo Gallery]
A sampling of the latest new consumer products includes a new pilsner, chocolate, products with haskap berries, malt sodas, coconut chips, spice blends, year-round corn on the cob, roasted chickpeas, and coffee to feel good about
Ingredient creates opportunities
Sensus America offers its Sensus oligofructose, which studies have found to improve the taste profile of stevia
Scientists create method to detect GM foods
Scientists from China have developed a test that can do a comprehensive scan to detect genetically modified foods
Food companies need to improve on HACCP: global report
Canadian food processors don’t fare too badly coming in at above the global average in the BRC’s latest report Food Safety – A Global View
McCormick Canada marks 125th global anniversary
Year-long celebration of flavour will raise money for hunger relief
Add quinoa – easily
CK Ingredients now offers QuinoaSure, an instant powder made from 100% non-GMO whole quinoa seeds
Investment to help food companies reach export markets
An investment of almost $3 million will help the Canadian Food Exporters Association and food and beverage processors boost sales in international markets
Plant closures not a blow for food manufacturing in Canada: report
A report from the George Morris Centre says Canada’s food manufacturing industry is poised for more sustained economic growth and prosperity if it focuses on key changes, new investments and greater competitiveness
New Xpert S400 X-ray System Offers Application Flexibility for Tall-Profile Packages
Tall-profile package inspection will now benefit from a new flexible, easier-to-use and more cost-effective horizontal beam X-ray system.
Surviving the Dragons’ Den
Montreal food company Temple Lifestyle left the Dragons’ Den without a deal, but found success with retailers across Canada and the U.S.
Japanese event highlights Canadian agri-food and products
Food and tourism on the menu at Showcase Canada-Asia
Centre to focus on honey bee health
A new national laboratory will strengthen the honey bee industry and the food production industries that depend on them
Feds invest in maple industry
Quebec maple producers will benefit from better inspection system
Honey industry focuses on food safety
Federal funding for honey sector goes towards processing safety
Maple syrup co-op enters cranberry market
Citadelle acquires berry processor La Maison Bergevin
Honey industry fighting to reverse decline in bee population
Saskatchewan beekeepers hope to develop new tactics with help of federal funding
SunOpta acquires U.S.-based juice business
Specialty food producer SunOpta continues to grow
P.E.I. Company Wins Prestigious Food Award
Charlottetown, P.E.I.-based Abbey Island Foods Ltd. has been named…
Industry insider: Q&A
Eric ThompsonPartner, Moon Shadows Estate Winery and Maple Moon…
