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Costco Canada joins DoorDash for on-demand delivery
Costco is now available for on-demand delivery on DoorDash across Canada, following its recently announced partnership in the U.S.
Ventura Distribution files assignment in bankruptcy
The Montréal company reports $3 million in liabilities in the case that falls under Canada’s Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act.
Produce industry headlines: September 23, 2026
Read about NGA leader's warning about independent grocers, Canada's high-tech ag investment, stone fruit exports ending early, and more.
EarthFresh and Kamper Farms launch packing company in Canada
EarthFresh and Kamper Farms expand into Western Canada through the creation of a new packing company, Wild Rose Packing Inc.
Produce industry headlines: September 1, 2026
Read how young shoppers push up private label sales, Canadian retailers promote local food, A Closer Look at U.S. grower...
CPMA addresses Canada-U.S. trade dispute
Recognizing that this is a swiftly evolving situation, CPMA will support members with information and resources for the fresh produce...
Canada tariffs resume after unsuccessful negotiations
IFPA releases a statement after the 50-percent tariffs on Canadian imports are back on after a pause to negotiate last...
Trump delays tariffs on Canadian imports
The 50-percent tariffs on Canadian imports that were set to become effective today have been delayed as U.S.-Canadian negotiations go...
Canada’s apple growers unite under ‘Apples Canada’
Representatives of apple grower organizations from British Columbia, Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, and Nova Scotia form the new group.
Produce industry headlines: July 22, 2026
Read about idea retailers can use to address value, restaurants struggle with economic issues, Canadian leaders on the new tariffs,...
Trump imposes new 50% tariffs on Canada
On July 20, President Trump imposed three new 50-percent tariffs on a range of Canadian products in response to discriminatory...
Canadian government approves drone technology to apply pesticides
Health Canada introduces a new policy allowing drones to be used to apply pesticides that are approved for conventional aerial...
CDS Foods acquires Vivid Produce
By combining the strengths of both companies, CDS further expands its produce supply presence in Western Canada.
Produce industry headlines: June 19, 2026
Read about Publix's Kentucky expansion, Empire's retail growth mode, Father's Day deals, Zak Laffite of Wonderful Citrus, and more.
CPMA welcomes National Food Security Strategy
The government’s National Food Security Strategy includes important commitments in support of the fresh fruit and vegetable supply chain.
Produce industry headlines: April 30, 2026
Read about Market Basket's new leader, Whole Foods honors, Albertsons' make-or-break year, a Canadian retail roundup, and more.
Produce industry headlines: April 14, 2026
Links today include Walmart topping another retail list, grocery inflation report, NYC's city grocery plan, fertilizer price pain, and more.
Ontario’s Longo Brothers Fruit Markets celebrates 70 years
What began in 1956 as a small neighborhood fruit market has grown into a trusted Ontario grocery brand.
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