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Pandemic tops list of disruptors to watch in 2021, say FCC economists
The pandemic was undoubtedly the single biggest shock to the Canadian agriculture and food industry in 2020, and its impact will have some lasting effects, according to Farm Credit Canada’s (FCC) economics team. “A year ago, we were saying climate…
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FCC’s 2021 meat processing outlook: Navigating price volatility
Kyle Burak, Senior Agricultural Economist at FCC, says the meat processing sector has experienced its fair share of ups-and-downs over the past couple of years. Global supply reductions have expanded export opportunities while rising incomes supported domestic demand in 2019. COVID-19 shifted consumption…
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Support in Canada for new ‘Ocean Action Agenda’
The Fisheries Council of Canada (FCC) and the Canadian Aquaculture Industry Alliance (CAIA) are pleased to support the new Ocean Action Agenda released by the High Level Panel for a Sustainable Ocean Economy (Ocean Panel). Their mission of building a…
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Food and beverage export a huge opportunity for Canadian companies
One of Canada’s greatest opportunities for growth in global trade is in the food and beverage processing industry, according to Farm Credit Canada’s (FCC) latest trade report. “World population growth, higher purchasing power in emerging markets and new trade agreements…
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Finalists announced for the 2020 Alizés Awards – winners unveiled September 29
The Agri-Food Export Group Quebec-Canada (Export Group) is pleased to announce the six finalists of the second edition of the Alizés Awards, selected by a jury of recognized experts in the field of agri-food exports. The Alizés Awards celebrate the…
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FCC outlines three disruptors to watch in 2020
Climate change, protectionism and automation – three forces Bloomberg identifies as major disruptors to the global economic outlook – also appear among the most significant trends to watch in the Canadian agri-food supply chain for 2020, according to Farm Credit…
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Canada has export potential, FCC report finds
Canada still has room to expand and diversify beyond its largest traditional markets for its top four agriculture exports, according to Farm Credit Canada’s (FCC) most recent trade report. But while there are opportunities to increase those exports, the report…
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FCC offers support to customers impacted by Dorian
Moncton – After Hurricane Dorian wreaked havoc throughout Atlantic Canada, Farm Credit Canada (FCC) is reminding customers that Canada’s leading agriculture lender is here to support them. “First, we want everyone to know that we are thinking of them in…
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FCC predicts top agriculture trends for 2016
Farm Credit Canada agriculture economists offer their insights on the five most significant trends that could impact Canadian agriculture in 2016
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FCC Drive Away Hunger provides more than 5.2 million meals
Farm Credit Canada’s Drive Away Hunger program far surpassed its goal this year
