Sales of US Goods ‘Rapidly Dropping’ at Canadian Grocery Stores
CEO of Empire Company Ltd. said the company’s 12 percent average in U.S. products is decreasing as a result of consumer buying habits. …
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Walmart, Costco Join Major Retailers and Sign onto Grocery Code of Conduct
The federal, provincial and territorial agriculture ministers [in Canada] announced that all major retailers have agreed to join the code of conduct, including Walmart and Costco, which until now had yet to sign onto the agreement. …
Getting Cheesy: Canadian Label Regulations for Dairy Products
For nearly 50 years, Canadian consumers have had limited access to imported dairy products. Recent increases in tariff rate quotas means that consumers access to these products could expand. While Canada now has domestic and international options on the shelves, labeling has become a crucial factor in consumer preference. …
Canada’s Red Meat Industry Seeks Government Action Over China Situation
The cost of the “temporary suspension” of Canadian pork and beef exports to China imposed on June 25 is approaching $100 million and the longer it continues, the greater the risk to Canadian jobs. As we enter the third month of suspension, the pork and beef sectors are calling on the Government to make clear their strategy to reopen the Chinese market and ensure we have more options for export diversification when such issues arise. …
Uncertainty For B.C. Growers as EU Set to Halt Some Canadian Fruit Imports
B.C. farm growers are facing uncertainty after the European Union’s announcement it will stop importing some Canadian fruits starting Sept. 1. …