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Most of us think about food when it comes to what we put into our bodies. We consider where it came from, how it was grown, and what kind of nutrients and flavors it will provide. But what about the food’s packaging? In many ways, the packaging is as important as the food itself. It… Continue reading →

What is food packaging? Food packaging is wrapping or storing food with materials such as paper, plastic, and metal. It helps maintain freshness, prolong shelf life and reduce spoilage. It also protects food from contamination and accidental use. Hundreds of billions of dollars’ worth of food are packaged every year.  Here are some main points… Continue reading →

Canada is a large, highly diverse country, with people from all around the world living within its borders. This diversity creates opportunities for businesses to find new customers and sell their products and services. And a market opportunity assessment can help enterprises understand these opportunities and make informed decisions about where to focus their efforts…. Continue reading →

Are you looking for ways to save money on food ingredients? If so, you should consider working with a food ingredient broker. Not only can they can help you find the best prices on ingredients, but they can also help you find rare or difficult-to-find ingredients. In this blog post, we will discuss 3 ways… Continue reading →

Did you know that just 25% of new product launches are successful? Launching a new product can be both exciting and nerve-wracking. You want to ensure that everything goes off without a hitch and that your product is well-received by customers. This blog post will give you 5 tips for a successful product launch. Follow… Continue reading →

In a food business, it’s essential to know the basics of food science. The five fields of food science to understand as a food business are food microbiology, food engineering & processing, food chemistry, nutrition, and sensory analysis. This blog post will discuss each of these fields in detail and explain what they mean for… Continue reading →

Starting a food business can be a rewarding experience, but it can also be challenging. One of the most important decisions you will make is selecting the right manufacturers for your products. When making this decision, there are many factors to consider, such as quality, price, and delivery time. This blog post will discuss how… Continue reading →

Are you considering starting a food business? Before you launch a new food product, there are certain things to know about the industry. The food industry is often regarded as one of the most difficult and high-risk sectors into which to venture. Entrepreneurs looking to get into the market, on the other hand, are in… Continue reading →

Thinking of launching your own food business in 2022? It’s not a bad idea. While a lot of industries have their ups and downs depending on the economy and current trends, there is always one thing that people are going to need: food. However, starting a food business can be a big job. In fact,… Continue reading →

There’s a new retail trend on the rise, and it doesn’t involve human-to-human interaction. Robot retail, or the use of robots in place of humans to complete retail tasks, is growing in popularity. In fact, one advisory firm predicts that over 150,000 mobile robots will be deployed in physical retail locations by 2025. That’s a… Continue reading →

If you’ve been to the grocery store lately, you probably won’t be surprised to hear that food prices are once again on the rise in Canada. In fact, according to Canada’s Food Price Report 2022, we can expect to see an overall increase of about 5-7%. Unfortunately, this is the highest estimated increase since this… Continue reading →

Whether you’re launching a food business or looking for ways to improve your current one, getting outside help can be beneficial. For food business owners, hiring food brokers can end up being a smart investment. What does a food broker do? Find out more about food brokers, including how they can help your business grow… Continue reading →