The Canadian Produce Marketing Association hosted its 2026 Fresh Week in Toronto, registering more than 4,600 attendees from 13 countries. Ontario premier Doug Ford and ag minister Trevor Jones were on hand for the official opening ceremonies.

Most recently the dean of the College of Biological Science, Dr. Fallah will bring expertise from one of the most research-intensive colleges to the new role.

The founder and lead of Agri-Food Economic Systems has been appointed a Trade and Supply Chains Policy Scholar.

Ontario’s Kevin Watson is the new chair, supported by British Columbia’s Mike Watson as vice-chair.

The Standing Committee for Agriculture and Agri-Food now comprises seven Liberals, four Conservatives and one Bloc Québécois MP.