Research team to study impact of COVID-19 on retail food industry Dubbed FRESHER, the study involves interviews with employers/managers as well as front-line employees One in five Canadians say COVID-19 pandemic overblown: Poll As recently as last weekend, 16% of those surveyed by Leger said they still planned to visit stores, restaurants and other places Canadians concerned about COVID-19, but panic buying not as widespread as reports suggest Less than half of Canadians say they have stocked up on provisions since the crisis began, according to new research Canadian milk prices on the rise: Study The price of 2% milk has increased in 17 of 19 markets since last summer, according to Field Agent Canadians have a big appetite for cannabis edibles: Survey Mintel analyst says food manufacturers can capitalize on the growth of cannabis—even if they’re not in the edibles space Food delivery is booming, but price is an issue for consumers: Survey Dalhousie study author says grocers can get a piece of the meal-delivery pie Rewards and relevance are key for Canadians: Survey Nearly two-thirds of shoppers choose a retailer based on promotions, discounts or rewards Is a lack of innovation behind halal shopper dissatisfaction? Salima Jivraj, head of Nourish Multicultural, says it’s up to retailers to make shelf space for more interesting halal products Home-cooked meals linked to fewer harmful chemicals: Study Cooking more meals at home may keep harmful chemicals at bay, according to new research from the Silent Spring Institute 80% of small businesses broadcast music illegally: Survey Playing background music comes at a price, but not all businesses realize this First Previous 15 16 17 18 19 Next Last
