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Brewing up excitement

Coffee love remains strong, according to a new CAC study, but Canadian consumers are thirsty for innovation
CEO panel addresses industry labour shortage

Empire's Michael Medline, Longo's Anthony Longo and Calgary Co-op's Ken Keelor share thoughts on recruiting and retaining staff during Canadian Grocer’s GroceryConnex conference
Walmart Canada acquires Foodmaestro to personalize online shopping

Data platform makes it easier for consumers with allergies and specific dietary needs to find food products online
Global maple syrup shortage forces Quebec to release half its strategic reserve

Demand for maple syrup has increased over the last year and now the U.S. is tapping into the province's reserve
Turkeys expected to be pricier, harder to find this Christmas

Farmers say supplies are at a 30-year low
B.C. fruit and vegetable growers face uncertainty after floods

Recent storms have caused considerable damage to crops and it could take years to repair
What consumers look for in protein: Study

A report from Kerry looks at preferences and perceptions when it comes to protein products
Across the board

Charcuterie continues to gain momentum with exciting new options
Ministers want progress in December, concrete elements of a grocery code by March

Despite media reports earlier this month, the timeframes the Food Industry Code of Practice Design Team is working with haven’t changed
B.C. floods reveal fragile food supply chains. Four ways to manage the crisis

Canadian consumers are still reeling from COVID-19 related shortages, but it's important to remain calm, experts say
Couche-Tard CEO 'cautiously optimistic' labour shortage is behind it

Convenience store operator says it faced a 2% increase for employee retention measures in Q2
Good as gold

Meet the 2021 Golden Pencil Award winners!