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Supported by social media, millennials have challenged the food industry, advocating for clean labelling, better sourcing of ingredients and healthier options.
Op/Ed, Opinion

Opinion: The times, they are a-changin’

Canada is undergoing a generational change, and that’s shifting consumer food choice

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Millennials now outnumber boomers in our country, says Statistics Canada. As of July 1, 2023, the millennial population (born in 1981-1996), has surpassed baby boomers (born in 1946-1965) for the first time. Likewise, generation Z (born in 1997-2012) has surpassed generation X (born in 1966-1980) to become Canada’s third-largest generation and is projected to become
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Comment: The case of the chicken price hike

Why are B.C.’s chicken prices so high?

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We deeply value our farmers and rely on their hard work to provide us with essential food. Most farmers are eager to share their stories and take pride in their work. However, when it comes to supply-managed sectors such as dairy, eggs and poultry, the dynamics are a bit different, particularly regarding the prices they
Many people wonder if meat is genuinely more expensive than plant-based proteins. The answer is not as straightforward as it may seem.
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Opinion: Meat too expensive? Not so fast

Meat has increased in price, but so have plant-based proteins, albeit more gradually

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As we entered the year 2024, many individuals have made resolutions aimed at changing their diets and budgets. Some resolutions will carry more weight than others, of course. Many people wonder if meat is genuinely more expensive than plant-based proteins. The answer is not as straightforward as it may seem. Several studies conducted in recent
No silver bullet for food price inflation
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No silver bullet for food price inflation

The causes might not be what you think they are

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Canadian food price inflation has many causes, but grocers gouging customers isn’t one of them, Michael von Massow of the University of Guelph said during the Fields on Wheels conference hosted by the University of Manitoba Dec. 14.   Even the carbon tax hasn’t had much impact, according to the associate professor of food economics.
It’s worth noting that Loblaw and Walmart currently hold significant power in the industry, which needs to be addressed to benefit consumers.
Opinion

Opinion: Getting grocers off the naughty list

The federal government should show strong leadership and make the grocer code of conduct mandatory

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Canada’s Food Price Report for 2024, released by Dalhousie University, the Universities of Guelph, Saskatchewan, and British Columbia, has unveiled a nuanced and complex landscape of the nation’s food pricing. This landscape is underpinned by diverse factors that extend beyond the supermarket shelves. The report predicts that food prices will increase by as much as
The notion of compelling competitors to divulge sensitive pricing data is baffling. Such an approach contradicts the very essence of a competitive marketplace.
Op/Ed, Opinion

Opinion: Let’s give the grocery theatrics a rest in 2024

Grocers made convenient punching bags, but that’s not how solutions are found

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In an era when food inflation has become a contentious political issue, it’s tempting for politicians to target the grocery industry. Sadly, that’s exactly what transpired in our country this year, and it was both absurd and embarrassing. The government and Parliament relentlessly hounded grocers, drowning out the opportunity for Canadians to truly comprehend the
“We’ve had a massive trading down in food choices in Canada over the past year, mostly from February to October. That is stabilizing now.” – Sylvain Charlebois, Dalhousie University.
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Report sees Canadian food inflation abating through 2024

Project lead Sylvain Charlebois sees return to inflation “sweet spot” by year-end

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Glacier FarmMedia – Canadian food prices are expected to rise between 2.5 and 4.5 per cent in 2024, according to a new report. “It is probable that Canadians will continue to experience the strain of food inflation compounded by increasing costs of housing, energy and various other expenditures,” says Canada’s Food Price Report 2024, an
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Canadian food inflation to slow through 2024, report says

More certainty has brought an uptick in grocer promotions, but consumers are struggling

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Canadian food prices are expected to rise between 2.5 and 4.5 per cent in 2024, according to a new report. “It is probable that Canadians will continue to experience the strain of food inflation compounded by increasing costs of housing, energy and various other expenditures,” according to Canada’s Food Price Report 2024.
"What is the number one issue affecting families right now? Food prices. Inflation..." – Sylvain Charlebois.
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Manitoba lags national foodservice recovery

Keystone province sees provincial sales decrease, says FCC

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Food service sales in 2023 have been steady compared to 2022 in all provinces except Manitoba, which saw a drop of one percent, says a report from Farm Credit Canada. The report says sales in 2023 are back to pre-pandemic levels but below the pre-pandemic trend in most cases. Alberta leads all Canadian provinces with

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