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There were three pressing, immediate issues identified in our the food supply chain during the early days of the pandemic.
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The food supply chain bent but did not break

But the pandemic also highlighted many weaknesses 
in a complex system with many parts

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The food supply chain did not fail Canadian consumers in the first half of 2020 despite huge challenges. Yes, there were times when some product was sold out or limited, but emaciated shelves were short lived. Overall, consumers had adequate access to food and beverages from the Canadian food supply chain. The Canadian Agri-Food Policy […] Read more
Perhaps never before in Canadian history has there been such an awareness of the entire food system, and this is a pivotal point.
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We can put food at the centre of our national economy

We have a new appreciation for food systems, and a chance to capitalize on our strengths

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Nature is the great equalizer. In just three months she took the world from assured continuance along the path of globalization and commercialism to world recognition of one simple fact — we all need to eat. For many years, there have been calls to recognize the importance of agriculture. I have been in that camp, […] Read more

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