Supply Chain Strain
October 17, 2023

Canadian Produce Marketing Association (CPMA) reacts to the measures proposed by the government of Canada to stabilize food prices

Canadian Produce Marketing Association (CPMA) recognizes the attempt by the federal government of Canada to alleviate the impact of rising food prices in Canada via the October 5th announcement.
Rise in Canada Food Prices Significant but Still Lower than in Other Countries, Says a Canadian Parliament Committee Report
June 21, 2023

Rise of Food Prices in Canada Significant but Still Less than in Other Countries, Says a Canadian Parliament Committee Report

The increase in food prices is the result of a ripple effect throughout the supply chain. Farmers and producers experienced sharp rises in the prices of essential inputs like feed, fuel, and fertilizer, leading to a 16.1% increase in their operating expenses.
Campbell Reports First-Quarter Fiscal 2023 Results
December 18, 2022

Campbell reported first-quarter fiscal 2023 Results

Campbell Soup Company (NYSE:CPB) reported results for its first-quarter fiscal 2023.
IRI Releases Latest Insights on Food Inflation Impact on Consumer Shopping Behavior
August 12, 2022

How does Food Inflation Impact Shopping Behavior? An update by IRI.

Information Resources, Inc. (IRI®), which recently merged with The NPD Group to create a leading global technology, analytics and data provider, released new insights about food inflation
North Dakota State University (NDSU) Extension soil science specialist Dave Franzen examines soybeans in a field.
October 05, 2021

Fertilizer Prices for 2022 Crop Will Be Near or Above Historic Highs

North Dakota State University (NDSU) Extension specialist shares tips for improving profitability during times of high fertilizer prices.
A total of 86 percent of Canadians believe food prices are higher than 6 months ago.
September 30, 2021

Agri‑Food Analytics Lab: COVID‑19 Food Price Inflation in Canada

More than 2 Canadians in 5 have changed their behavior to save money at the grocery store compared to 2020. Food inflation has been a source of concern for many Canadian consumers for a while in Canada.
COVID-19 Pandemic Halts Global Trade of Potatoes and Cereals Creating a Food Security Challenge
May 13, 2020

COVID-19 Pandemic Halts Global Trade of Potatoes and Cereals Creating a Food Security Challenge

COVID-19 has shaken the whole world-impacting society and the global economy similar to the effect of a world war.
Taco Bell® Unveils New Innovation In Nacho Fries Epic Return: Buffalo Chicken
January 24, 2020

Taco Bell® Unveils New Innovation In Nacho Fries Epic Return: Buffalo Chicken

To kick off 2020, Taco Bell confirmed the critically-acclaimed Nacho Fries were set to return to menus for the fifth time. Nacho Fries have been a fan-favorite at Taco Bell since their initial debut in January 2018.
U.S. potato exports of frozen, dehy and fresh have all posted modest gains through the first three quarters of the July 2018 – June 2019 marketing year. (Courtesy: Potato News Today)
May 17, 2019

United States Potato Export sales trending up, despite trade wars

United States potato exports of frozen, dehy and fresh have all posted modest gains through the first three quarters of the July 2018 – June 2019 marketing year.
Amazon and Whole Foods Market announce immediate changes as acquisition closes this Monday
August 24, 2017

Amazon and Whole Foods Market announce immediate changes as acquisition closes this Monday

Amazon and Whole Foods Market today announced that Amazon’s acquisition of Whole Foods Market will close on Monday August 28, 2017 and a number of changes will be implemented right away.
Market Basket Survey: US Food prices down 8% compared to last year, but potatoes slightly more expensive
September 29, 2016

Market Basket Survey: US Food prices down 8% compared to last year, but potatoes slightly more expensive

Lower retail prices for several foods, including eggs, whole milk, cheddar cheese, chicken breast, sirloin tip roast and ground chuck resulted in a decrease in the American Farm Bureau Federation’s Fall Harvest Marketbasket Survey. However, potato prices were up slightly.
Información de la papa en Centroamérica, República Dominicana y Panamá
July 18, 2016

Información de la papa en Centroamérica, República Dominicana y Panamá

Esta iniciativa de la Organización de Información de Mercados de las Américas (OIMA) con el apoyo de la Agencia para el Desarrollo Internacional de Estados Unidos (USAID), coloca a disposición de productores y entidades vinculadas con el desarrollo de los países, un sistema de consulta rápido, dinámico y sencillo que integra y administra la información de productos agrícolas de importancia en Centroamérica, República Dominicana y Panamá.
PEI Potatoes Remain a Cost-Effective Vegetable for Canadian Consumers
January 16, 2016

PEI Potatoes Remain a Cost-Effective Vegetable for Canadian Consumers

The softening Canadian dollar has in many cases driven up the cost of imported produce and this is being reflected in grocery store prices. However, one staple vegetable that has not experienced the same jump in prices is Prince Edward Island Potatoes.
 RBC Bank
May 16, 2013

Canadians more frugal due to rising food prices

Most (84 per cent) Canadians believe the food they typically purchase has increased in price over the past year, according to the quarterly RBC Canadian Consumer Outlook Index (RBC CCO).
August 16, 2012

Global Food Crisis may hit us very soon says IFPRI director-general

A global food crisis may “hit us very soon” as a drought ravages corn crops in the U.S., the world’s largest grower, the International Food Policy Research Institute said. Governments must act to prevent the crisis, Shenggen Fan, director-general of t...
 Are healthy foods really more expensive?
May 17, 2012

Are healthy foods more expensive than junk food? No, it depends...

Most Americans consume diets that fall short of the recommendations in the Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010. A common perception is that diets consistent with the recommendations are not affordable. This perception may be influenced by studies th...
December 08, 2011

The November FAO Food Price Index nearly unchanged from October

FAO Food Price Index November 2011 The FAO Food Price Index (FFPI) averaged 215 points in November 2011, marginally (1 point) down  from October and 10 percent (23 points) below its February 2011 peak. Among the various commodities, a recovery of...
 Hiogh Food Prices
November 16, 2011

Wal-Mart halts sales slump through grocery business

Wal-Mart Stores Inc. had its first quarterly sales increase in more than two years, saying efforts to avoid passing rising food costs to consumers fueled ongoing strength in the grocery department. The retailer’s grocery business continued its positiv...

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