Western Grocer Serving the industry since 1916
There is little doubt beef will remain a staple in the Canadian diet throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. The question is: at what price? Low demand from food service and the shift of product through retail created logistical disruptions for a time. To start 2020, average beef retail prices were up …
April, 2020
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17 April
IGA and Fresh St. Market partners with Girl Guides of Canada
BC’s IGA AND FRESH ST. MARKET PARTNERS WITH GIRL GUIDES OF CANADA 12,000 boxes of Girl Guide Cookies will be available in IGA and Fresh St. Market across BC starting today, April 1 Vancouver, BC, April 1, 2020 – IGA and Fresh St. Market are joining forces to extend a helping hand to Girl Guides of Canada, upon learning about the challenges the …
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16 April
Global food industry deals total $2.88bn in February 2020
Total food industry deals for February 2020 worth $2.88bn were announced globally, according to GlobalData’s deals database. The value marked an increase of 218.6% over the previous month and a rise of 2.4% when compared with the last 12-month average of $2.82bn. In terms of number of deals, the sector …
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16 April
Food processors call for urgent action to support food supply
FOOD MANUFACTURERS CALL FOR URGENT SUPPORT TO FARMERS TO MAINTAIN RESILIENT FOOD SUPPLY Mississauga, Ontario (Thursday, April 16) – Food & Consumer Products of Canada (FCPC) CEO Michael Graydon opened the Canadian Federation of Agriculture’s April 16 press conference, calling for immediate support for farmers to help processors maintain steady supplies …
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15 April
NEW COVID-19 Retail Survey Data
Dear Stakeholders, TrendSource has been conducting regular consumer surveys in the wake of the COVID-19 outbreak. We are dedicated to sharing important and actionable industry insights with our clients and partners. This week, we focused specifically on changes in consumer spending habits in retail establishments. We launched a survey to …
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15 April
Self-Contained Cleaning System by Vollrath Manufacturing Services Makes Sanitizing and Disinfecting Anywhere Easier Than Ever
Sheboygan, WI – April 15, 2020 – During this extraordinary time, Vollrath Manufacturing Services is leveraging internal resources at The Vollrath Company by bringing to market a mobile self-contained cleaning system. The Companion Cart Mobile Cleaning, Sanitizing, and Disinfecting System is designed to clean, sanitize and disinfect items in locations without having to …
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15 April
Introducing Monster Energy Ultra!
We at Monster Energy understand the importance of fueling daily energy to achieve healthier lifestyles. As an opinion leader and influencer in the nutrition, health and wellness category, we wanted to share our Monster Energy Ultra line featuring the full flavor and benefits of Monster Energy but without sugar. Ultra …
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15 April
Coconut Bliss Community message – let’s go viral with LOVE!
Dearest Coconut Bliss Community, You have been on our minds and in our hearts! The team here at Coconut Bliss in Eugene, Oregon is sending you a socially-distanced virtual hug with enough warm wishes, health and love that if you close your eyes you will feel its healing qualities. Please, feel free …
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15 April
Navigating new government measures, April 16 BCFB Virtual Town Hall – register today!
Finding the way forward: Navigating new government measures Register today: https://my.demio.com/ref/9j5khO3VVuG4fTCV When: Thursday, April 16th from 11:00-12:15PM Cost: FREE Dear BCFB Community, In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the federal government has announced several measures to assist employers and their employees during this turbulent time. Join us for our next BCFB Virtual Town Hall with …
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14 April
Food Industry Responds to Covid 19
Food processors and retailers are all taking action to help combat the spread of Covid 19 and support those on the frontlines like healthcare workers. Here are just a few examples: Flow Alkaline Spring Water, for example, is responding to the recent increase in demand for water, due to COVID, by donating …