Food Prices
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Could cheaper turkeys trim costs for Christmas dinner? What to expectFood prices have dropped from previous years, but depending what you plan to buy for your Christmas dinner you could still be in for some costs.CanadaDec 20, 2024
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Albertans being savvy shoppers, some reconsidering having kids as food costs set to increaseFrom thinking twice about buying certain foods to the much weightier decision over whether they can afford to have kids, the rising cost of groceries is hitting home for Albertans.ConsumerDec 5, 2024
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Food prices in Canada likely to increase by 3 to 5% next year: reportWild cards like climate change and Donald Trump could have unforeseen impacts on food prices in Canada, according to a newly released report Thursday.CanadaDec 5, 2024
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Shortage of cattle behind recent jump in beef prices, industry saysThe shrinking size of Canadian cattle herds means consumers are being forced to dig a bit deeper into their pockets when they visit their local butcher shop.MoneyNov 27, 2024
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How extreme weather can drive food prices up: ‘Cascade of challenges’Extreme weather events like fires, floods, heat waves and droughts pose an increasing risk to Canada’s food supply chain, say experts.ConsumerAug 12, 2024
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Farmers getting less, consumers paying more: Sask. Farmers and Food Prices reportThe Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan's 2024 Farmers and Food Prices report shows that farmers are getting less while consumer are paying more.CanadaJun 12, 2024
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Loblaw grocery code of conduct shift is ‘step in the right direction’: TrudeauLoblaw Cos. Ltd. said Thursday it’s ready to sign on to the grocery code of conduct, paving the way for an agreement that’s been years in the making.CanadaMay 17, 2024
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Small grocers, co-ops receiving boost from Loblaw boycott: ‘A lot of anger’As frustrations for Canadians grow along with grocery store bills, some say Canadians are ready to think outside the big box store when heading out for groceries.CanadaMay 5, 2024
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As Loblaw boycott begins, what to know about all the company’s brandsLoblaw Companies Ltd. is the parent company of nearly two-dozen store brands spread across food, pharmacies, fashion, beauty and financial services.CanadaMay 1, 2024
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Why aren’t more foreign grocers in Canada? Lack of space a hurdle: ministerIndustry Minister François-Philippe Champagne likened attracting foreign grocers to Canada to efforts to bring in electric vehicle investment with the need for personal outreach.CanadaApr 28, 2024
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