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E. coli: Carrots recalled in CanadaThe Canadian Food Inspection Agency has issued a recall for multiple carrot brands due to E. coli contamination. This comes amid other recent nationwide recalls, including several plant-based milks due to a listeria outbreak. For more on why we’re seeing more recalls, University of Guelph professor, Keith Warriner, joins Miranda Anthistle.Global News at 5 & 6 TorontoNov 20
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Smaller chocolates, more gummies are on the menu this HalloweenAs Halloween approaches, companies facing high cocoa costs have had to hike their prices, reformulate and even resort to “shrinkflation”. There is also a “strategic shift” to gummies, licorice and flavored crèmes, experts say. Mike von Massow, a food economist at the University of Guelph, says if not chocolate, candy companies need something that customers...EconomyOct 24
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U of Guelph pro-Palestinian protesters prepare to leave encampment after trespass noticeAfter a month of occupation, pro-Palestinian protesters who set up an encampment at the University of Guelph are preparing to leave by the start of next week. The school issued a trespass notice on Monday threatening legal action if they stay.CanadaJul 10
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Artificial smoke flavourings banned in the EUThe European Union has moved to ban artificial smoke flavourings found in popular foods such as barbeque chips, citing potential health risks. University of Guelph Food Safety Professor Keith Warriner breaks down the health concerns and discusses why Canada is not following suit.Global News Morning BCJul 1
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Toronto Argonauts return to the University of Guelph for training campThe Toronto Argonauts are gearing up for their fourth training camp at the University of Guelph, as anticipation builds for a CFL preseason matchup against the Hamilton Tiger-Cats. The City of Guelph’s mayor, Cam Guthrie, joins Candace Daniel to discuss the preparations underway.SportsMay 23
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Walkout at one of Canada’s largest beef processing plantThe employee walkout at Guelph’s Cargill beef processing plant is now in its second week. The director of the agri-food analytics lab at Dalhousie University, Sylvain Charlebois, joins Jaden Lee-Lincoln to discuss the impacts of this work stoppage.CanadaJun 3
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Shrinkflation and personal productsHave you noticed packaging for personal products like face wash and moisturizer getting smaller, while prices go up? University of Guelph marketing expert Timothy Dewhirst discusses “shrinkflation”, and what consumers should look out for.ConsumerApr 29
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University of Guelph’s entry in research competition hopes to pass deep space taste testUniversity of Guelph research team, Canada GOOSE, is one of the final four institutions competing in the Canadian Space Agency’s Deep Space Food Challenge. Final judging took place on Feb. 7 inside the campus’ Controlled Environment Systems Research Facility. The Deep Space Food Challenge was launched in partnership with Impact Canada in 2021 to develop...CanadaFeb 16
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Farmers and mental health: research around improving access continuesDr. Andria Jones from the University of Guelph talks about mental health, and research that led to the creation of the Manitoba Farmers Wellness Program.HealthOct 16, 2023
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Health Matters: Spike in norovirus casesAfter a pandemic lull, Canada is seeing a resurgence of norovirus cases. University of Guelph Microbiology Professor Lawrence Goodridge explains what’s behind the increase and what you can do to protect yourself.Global News Morning BCFeb 16, 2023
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Onion salmonella outbreak expandsA salmonella outbreak linked to U.S. grown onions is prompting some experts to suggest Canadians seek out new sources of flavour. Keith Warriner, a food science professor at the University of Guelph, shares his expert insight.Global News Morning BCAug 22, 2020
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Research looks at how to avoid burning up wildfire resourcesNew research from the University of Guelph and Natural Resources Canada shows how B.C. could be better prepared for wildfires in the future by using data. Research Scientist Stephen Taylor talks about how it can be done.Global News Morning BCSep 11, 2022
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There’s not a lot of options for protein filled plant-based foods in the market, but that won’t be the case for long. University of Guelph students working on creating protein filled vegan meats and cheeses.There’s not a lot of options for protein filled plant-based foods in the market, but that won’t be the case for long. University of Guelph students working on creating protein filled vegan meats and cheeses.CanadaMar 20, 2022
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Tips to keep your food costs downWith food prices expected to rise in 2017, University of Guelph Associate Professor Michael Von Massow offers ways for consumers to fight the ever rising cost of foodThe Morning ShowDec 6, 2016
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Student calls out University of Guelph professor for ‘inappropriate’ commentsA University of Guelph student called out her professor during a lecture Monday night after he allegedly made inappropriate comments towards a student with special needs. The professor has since been placed on leave while the university conducts an investigation.Jan 16, 2018
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You’re going to pay more for your groceries in 2019Simon Somogyi with the University of Guelph discusses his report on rising food prices and why you’ll be paying more to fill your grocery cartThe Morning ShowDec 5, 2018
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Here’s how to eat on a $65/week budget if you live aloneThe price of food is expected to increase 1.5 to 3.5 per cent in 2019, according to a report by Dalhousie University and the University of Guelph. If you live alone, here’s how to make the most out of a $65-a-week budget for food.HealthDec 30, 2018
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Farmers and significant contributions noted on Peterborough County Agricultural Wall of FameThe survival of local farms and the farm industry goes well beyond your “Love Local” campaign. A Peterborough-area organization is recognizing the local, provincial and federal impact of Peterborough County farmers. On Global News Morning Peterborough, Wayne Warner, longtime dairy farmer (retired) and chair of Peterborough County Agricultural Wall of Fame Committee, as well as...EnvironmentAug 23, 2019
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University of Guelph aims to make students aware of mental health supports with proactive residence visitsThu, Mar 30: The school saw four suicides in about two months earlier this year. Mark Carcasole reports.Global News at 5 & 6 TorontoMar 30, 2017
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Making a Difference – The University of Guelph-Humber embraces different learning styles for Early Childhood StudiesWed, Oct 11: This semester students in the Early Childhood Studies at the University of Guelph-Humber are experiencing the newest methods first-hand in the Learning Lab. The space was designed to provide students with alternate approaches to teaching and learning. Susan Hay has the story.Global News at 5 & 6 TorontoOct 11, 2017