food affordability Archives - Canadian Food Focus

What is Genetic Engineering?

Genetic engineering refers to specific methods of plant breeding that use laboratory methods to change an organism’s DNA.

Ask an Expert: What are the Environmental Benefits of Beef Farming?

We asked Dr. Christian Artuso of the Migratory Bird Conservation Unit of the Canadian Wildlife Service - can beef cattle be good for the environment?

How Does Regenerative Agriculture Work?

Agriculture is continually evolving and will continue to meet the needs of a changing world. Regenerative agriculture is just one strategy that farmers are using.

What is Upcycling?

Upcycling is one solution to reducing food waste by taking overlooked byproducts (leftover foodstuff) of processing and creating new ingredients.

Precision Farming: What is it?

Tech continues changing how farmers raise animals and grow crops.

Ask a Farmer: What happens to barley between the field and store shelf?

Canadian barley farmer Brent Johnson from Saskatchewan gives us a rundown on the steps it takes to get barley from the field to the grocery store.

How to Make Chili

Here are our top how to make chili tips and a mouth-watering recipe, made from some of the best that Canadian agriculture has to offer.

5 Great Reasons to Boost your Intake of Fruits and Vegetables

Less than 30% of Canadians meet the recommended amount of fruit and vegetables per day. Here are 5 reasons to boost your intake of fruits and vegetables.

Ask a Farmer: What are the different uses for barley?

Farmer, Clinton Monchuk, and future farmer Kaitlyn Monchuk discuss the main uses for barley grown on the Canadian prairies.

The Dirty Dozen’s Dirty Secrets

Are pesticide residues found in the Dirty Dozen a health risk? To assess the risk of pesticide residues on our produce, we need to know a few simple things.

Guide to Choosing Yogurt

Yogurt is a major food staple enjoyed by many but how do you choose a great yogurt?

How to Shop for Milk and Plant-based Beverages

How to shop for milk and plant-based beverages to get the functionality you are looking for.

Your Money Saving Guide to Storing Carrots

Choosing carrots is simple, but do you know how to store them? Here’s how to prevent spoilage, reduce food waste and save money.

Farming Up: What is Vertical Farming?

With the right technology, food can be grown anywhere. Food doesn’t always come from the field – sometimes it can be grown inside.

Ask an Expert – What is a cicerone?

Beer Sisters co-founder and Advanced Cicerone, Crystal Luxmore gives us some insight into this growing field of work.

The Science Behind Beef Production

At a time when consumers and ranchers have more questions about beef production than ever, The Livestock & Forage Centre of Excellence is finding answers.