The National Association of Berry Exporters (Aneberries) reports that exports of strawberries, blackberries, raspberries and blueberries were down 2.22 per cent in 2024 due to labour shortages, increasing input costs and exchange market volatility.
- Pairwise scientists have removed the pungent flavour of mustard greens.
- Bank of Montreal senior economist Aaron Goertzen looks at the world economy, interest rates and the loonie in the bank’s 2024 year-end assessment. Notable fact: agriculture’s labour productivity has surged due to investments in technology.
- The Fruit and Vegetable Growers of Canada urges the government to prioritize food security by viewing policy decisions through a food lens, ensuring that all measures support the availability, quality, and diversity of domestically grown food.
- Beth Patillo continues to chair the committee that reviews proposed updates to the CanadaGAP Food Safety manuals. Two new members have joined: Lily Indajati and Nirmal Dhaliwal.