US shoppers have an abundance of holiday favorites to choose from
US shoppers have an abundance of holiday favorites to choose from “Preparations for Easter and Passover were made easy for shoppers with an abundance of holiday favorites to choose from. Apple and grape juices, leeks, honey, fresh horseradish, beets, carrots, and chestnuts were featured for Passover celebrations. Ads for pineapples, asparagus, cantaloupes, watermelons, grapes, avocados, […]
Three trends to watch in beverages
Three trends to watch in beverages “After six long months of cold weather cocooning, many Canadians find themselves ready to hit the great outdoors to enjoy long-awaited spring and summer pleasures. The warm weather months in Canada are synonymous with traditions such as relaxing at backyard barbecues, water fun at the cottage and urban get-togethers […]
New GS1 guideline issued for Traceability for Food to meet new US FDA regulations
New GS1 guideline issued for Traceability for Food to meet new US FDA regulations “A new GS1 Traceability for Food guideline has been released to assist food companies in meeting the new US FDA regulations, for export of fresh produce and dairy. The comprehensive and user-friendly guide defines the recommendations for product and location identification, structured […]
The waters ahead
The waters ahead “Everyone in supply chain remembers that 2021 saw record-high ocean rates, caused by a combination of high demand and restocking during the post-pandemic recovery, while shipping lines worked together to limit supply. This led ocean carriers to unprecedented profits. For example, the Aponte family, who owns Mediterranean Shipping Company, became the richest […]
ImportInfo Newsletter March 2023
Coffee trends and troubles for 2023
Coffee trends and troubles for 2023 “Coffee holds strong as Canadians’ drink of choice, but sustainability is going to be a bigger issue going forward, heard attendees at this year’s Coffee Association of Canada’s annual conference themed “The Road Ahead.” “Coffee penetration remains strong with seven in 10 people having had at least one cup […]
Export To Canada Newsletter March 2023
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Maersk discusses current situation, trends and expectations for the future
Maersk discusses current situation, trends and expectations for the future “Maersk organised a webinar for the Latin American audience on logistics trends in key sectors of the Latin American economy focused on 2023 and what lies ahead. The idea behind this virtual forum was to expose and discuss how to prepare for those challenges and […]
Emotional support snacks? The shifting salty snack market
Emotional support snacks? The shifting salty snack market “Most consumers aren’t just eating to live, and, especially with snacks, hunger will not always be driving the occasion. Brands have an opportunity, both with messaging and product development, to reimagine what a snack is and what snacking can mean. Provide emotional support snacks Consumers are most […]