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From GLP-1s and cloned meat to tariffs and AI pricing ethics, 2025 was a defining year for food.
The final @FoodProfessor Podcast episode of the year covers the Top 10 Food Stories of 2025 + a deep dive with @mushroomscanada on automation, sustainability, & workforce realities.
Relive 2025’s most unforgettable food moments! 🍽️
From Crown Royal theatrics to jaw-dropping supply chain antics, @FoodProfessor counts down the Top 10 Food Stories of the Year—full of surprises, intrigue, and unexpected twists.
Food inflation isn’t going away—and neither are Canada’s food system challenges.
On the latest @FoodProfessor Podcast, we review the Top 10 Food Stories of 2025, then go inside the mushroom sector with Ryan Koeslag & Janet Krayden on labour, immigration, and productivity.
Canada’s Grocery Code of Conduct is here—but is it strong enough? 🛒
On @FoodProfessor, we explore why the code reads more like a code of ethics, the gaps that could limit its impact, and what 2026 could hold for retailers, suppliers, and consumers.
2025 was action-packed for Canada’s food industry—but not all stories got the attention they deserved. 📰
On @FoodProfessor, Sylvain and I explore the Top 10 food stories the media missed and the underlying trends that defined the year.
Ozempic is changing more than diets—it’s reshaping how we eat, drink, and spend. Alcohol sales are down, protein shakes are booming, and quick-service restaurants are cashing in.
On @FoodProfessor, we dive into the surprising cultural and economic shifts at play.
2026 is shaping up to be a landmark year for food. 🤖🍎
Front-of-package labeling rules kick in Jan 1, and AI is changing how we understand what’s in our pantry. On @FoodProfessor, we explore how companies are preparing for this new era.
Canada’s mushroom industry is automated but still depends on skilled temporary foreign workers. 🍄
On @FoodProfessor, we chat with Ryan Koeslag & Janet Krayden of @mushroomscanada about labour, immigration, and the future of Canadian agriculture.
The final @FoodProfessor episode of 2025 is live! Sylvain & I break down the Top 10 Food Stories of the year—from food inflation and tariffs to GLP-1s and labour policy—plus an in-depth conversation with @mushroomscanada on workforce and automation.
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Chicken shortages are shaking Canada’s grocery aisles. Rising imports, production delays, and a fragile supply management system are creating uncertainty for retailers and consumers alike.
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Trump’s $15B farm handout: relief for farmers or just a Band-Aid? @FoodProfessor breaks down the economic and political impact, why some farmers want a competitive market, and what it means for U.S. agriculture.
53% of Canadians think turkey is overrated for Christmas. 🎄🦃
Are you team turkey, or ready to switch up your holiday feast? @FoodProfessor dives into why some households are rethinking tradition this season.
Live at the @CoffeeAssociat1 Conference, @FoodProfessor sits down with Carman Allison, VP at @NielsenIQ, to discuss how coffee inflation, shifting shopper behaviour, and financially vulnerable households are shaping emerging beverage and meal trends in Canada.
Canada’s chicken supply is under pressure. Farmers avoid transparency, 45M kilos of U.S. imports raise questions about freshness, and gaps in supply management could affect prices and availability.
Dive into @FoodProfessor for the latest insights.
How did a small tax break send Canadian food prices on a rollercoaster? On @FoodProfessor, we explore the first anniversary of the GST holiday, its ripple effects on inflation, and why ending the GST could reshape the economy.
Why tax 80% of U.S. fertilizer from Canada? The @FoodProfessor and I unpack Trump’s tariff plan, the potential fallout for farmers and supply chains, the impact on food prices, and whether this is strategy or politics.
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New episode of @FoodProfessor is live! Canada’s chicken supply is under pressure, the GST holiday changed how Canadians view food prices, & Carman Allison, VP at @NielsenIQ, shares insights on shopper behaviour and growth opportunities.
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Why is this man so important to the food industry? Because he has the data—all of it.
Carman Allison is the food industry’s ultimate data wizard and one of the most effective data communicators in Canada. This week, @LeVoiceOfRetail and I sit down with Carman from @NielsenIQ as our special guest on The Food Professor Podcast, brought to you by @CaddleCanada.
Have a listen below.
Quebec politics shaken: Minister Guilbeault resigns unexpectedly. Was it a misstep, controversy, or strategic move? Tune in to @FoodProfessor to explore his departure and its impact on government, public opinion, and leadership.
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What will food affordability look like in 2026? The latest @FoodProfessor episode unpacks Canada’s Food Price Report, shifting shopper habits, and inflation drivers — plus an interview with Hugo Magnan of Groupe MAG.
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