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The eight hottest agri-food trends and issues to watch for in 2011

It's been an exciting year in the agri-food sector in Canada. Economic, weather and trade issues have dominated the agricultural headlines. So what lies ahead for the coming year? Here are what the consulting team at Synthesis Agri-Food Network is predicting will be the big trends and issues to watch for in 2011.…

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Added by Synthesis Agri-Food on December 15, 2010 at 5:44am — No Comments

Finding value in carbon footprints and environmental labelling

Synthesis Agri-Food Insights

February, 2010…

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Added by Synthesis Agri-Food on February 24, 2010 at 5:00am — No Comments

Building global trade partnerships

Building global trade partnerships



The backbone of many Canadian agriculture commodities is trade. It's what has allowed several sectors to expand and has given us our reputation as a global…
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Added by Synthesis Agri-Food on February 12, 2010 at 2:36am — No Comments

Agriculture Headlines from Farms.com Canada East News - click on title for full story

Falling Behind on Direct Alcohol Shipping Deadline

Canada’s small alcohol producers are demanding answers as governments fail to deliver promised direct-to-consumer shipping reforms ahead of a key May deadline.

Major Weather Pattern Shift Signals Heat, Rain Relief, and El Niño Intensification Across U.S.

A significant late-May pattern shift is set to reshape U.S. weather, bringing needed rainfall to drought areas, extreme heat to northern regions, and increasing confidence in a strong El Niño.

US China Trade Deal Sparks New Hopes for Agriculture Markets

The US China trade deal (once in force) may boost agriculture markets, along with weather and global factors. Farmers could see higher prices and better profits, though market uncertainty and risks remain.

Saskatchewan Startup Unveils Portable Device to Detect Crop Diseases in the Field

A Saskatoon-based startup is transforming crop protection with a portable testing device that delivers rapid disease detection, helping farmers reduce losses and improve decision-making.

$15.1M to Scale Whole-Cut Plant-Based Protein

A $15.1 million investment led by Protein Industries Canada will scale a breakthrough manufacturing platform for whole-cut protein alternatives, strengthening Canada’s food system and creating new value for Canadian-grown crops.

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