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Upon further investigation, PHAC and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA), have determined that fresh avocados are not the source of the outbreak and have confirmed frozen corn products as the source.

Due to extreme weather conditions in British Columbia, Canada that have caused flooding, landslides, road closures, and other supply chain disruptions Canadian domestic truck carriers may need to transit through the U.S. to reach destinations in Canada.

Canada has declared a state of emergency after a major storm hit British Columbia, causing flooding and loss of life.

United Fresh Produce Association and the Canadian Produce Marketing Association are pleased to announce the release of the Second Edition of the USA/Canada Labeling Guide to support industry understanding of the differences and similarities for labeling compliance in both countries.

The Star Group continues to innovate and respond to consumer demand for taste and convenience and earns a win for Best New Product at the Canadian Produce Marketing Association’s 95th annual Fresh Week with Inspired Salads.

Canada’s COVID-19 experience has been different than the U.S., and that’s causing the Canadian consumer to act differently.

Shopping for groceries online took a major leap forward during the COVID-19 pandemic, and continued lockdowns in Canada are sealing the deal for many consumers.

Much like consumers, produce companies around the globe will be more cautious and more focused on local than before the pandemic.

As the industry anticipates the return and revitalization of Canada’s primary produce event in its new form, leading grower, marketer and distributor of fresh produce Oppy adds Canadian category development to the role of one of its most valued veterans.

We talked with Ron Lemaire, President of the Canadian Produce Marketing Association, Ottawa, Ontario, in late 2020 for the Produce Blueprints Canada Supplement to the January/February 2021 issue.