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There is nothing new in an industry which generates thousands upon thousands of data points daily, to attempt to gain insight into everything from inventory optimization to transport and logistics management. Grocers have been doing that for years. So, what is all the talk about “Big Data” and how it …
March, 2021
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2 March
Accidental discovery could save supermarkets huge amounts of electricity
Researchers from Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden, discovered by accident that modern store refrigerators are consuming far more energy than necessary – simply because the thermometers within them are wrongly placed. But they also figured out how to solve the problem. And because supermarket refrigeration accounts for around 1.5 per …
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1 March
Soaring popularity of Telehealth among British Columbians and impact on the delivery of healthcare beyond the pandemic
Report: Soaring popularity of Telehealth among British Columbians and impact on the delivery of healthcare beyond the pandemic 65 per cent are more likely to choose virtual-care than in-person doctors’ appointments for routine care Seven in ten say the pandemic has shown them that virtual visits can be effective Six …
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1 March
The Very Good Food Company Completes Acquisition of The Cultured Nut
Vancouver, British Columbia, February 24, 2021 – The Very Good Food Company Inc. (CSE: VERY) (OTCQB: VRYYF) (FSE: 0SI) (“VERY” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that it has completed the acquisition of The Cultured Nut Inc., a highly popular artisan vegan cheese producer on the West Coast of …
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1 March
FURLANI’S FOOD CORPORATION unveils exciting new products that will make family mealtime joyful and memorable
MISSISSAUGA, ON, Feb. 24, 2021 /CNW/ – Furlani’s Food Corporation, Canada’s garlic bread category leader, continues to showcase innovation under its iconic brand, Furlani®, by offering an exciting new assortment of soft dinner rolls, hand-tied knots and biscuits. These mouth-watering products expand the Furlani offering beyond garlic Texas toast and …
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1 March
Cargill launches The Chompery™, a new line of butcher-quality dog treats
Available across Canada and the U.S., The Chompery dog treats are all natural, single-ingredient, and sourced and produced in North America WICHITA, Kan., Feb. 23, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Cargill introduced today The Chompery™, a new brand of butcher-quality dog treats. Developed to address the latest consumer trends, The Chompery …
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1 March
McCain Foods ‘Upping’ the Stakes in Vertical Farming with GoodLeaf
Toronto, ON (February 25, 2021) – McCain Foods Limited has made a substantial investment in TruLeaf Sustainable Agriculture and its wholly owned subsidiary GoodLeaf Farms, Canada’s largest commercial vertical farming operation, to help drive the company’s growth and expansion plans. With a focus on driving innovation in Canada’s agri-food sector, …
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1 March
District Ventures Leads $10 Million Investment in Plant-Based Technology Company
Outcast Foods receives investment to combat food waste and promote sustainability TORONTO, Feb. 26, 2021 /CNW/ – District Ventures Capital (“District Ventures“) today announced an equity investment of $5 million in Outcast Foods (“Outcast“), an innovative food technology company that diverts food waste from landfills and turns discarded fruits and vegetables …
February, 2021
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27 February
THREE FARMERS FOODS INC. RECEIVES C$2.65M IN FUNDING TO SUPPORT ITS GROWTH IN CANADA AND INTO GLOBAL MARKETS
SASKATOON, SK—Three Farmers Foods Inc. (“Three Farmers” or the “Company”), a farmer founded and family run manufacturer of pulse snacks, has received C$2.65M in funding led by Golden Opportunities Fund Inc. (“Golden” or the “Fund”) and Export Development Canada (“EDC”). The round of investment will fund the Company’s strategic growth plan. Three Farmers was founded on the belief that …
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23 February
OCEAN BRANDS ENHANCES COMMITMENT TO PLASTIC NEUTRALITY WITH CLEANHUB PARTNERSHIP
New sustainability initiative will support female-led recycling program in Indonesia Richmond, BC (February 22, 2021) – As part of its ongoing commitment to protecting and preserving the planet, Ocean Brands GP is excited to announce its partnership with innovative sustainability start-up, Cleanhub. Based out of Berlin, Cleanhub works with businesses …