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We are what we eat, right? So we rely heavily on those who produce, distribute and retail our food to do their utmost to ensure we can buy the best at whatever price-point. Not every company is up to that challenge, but some even surpass our expectations and become beacons of what is possible, even essential going forward. Innovation in the agri-food business is a growing concern. Food packaging, food waste, and food nutrition at the retail market level is an area where agrifood entrepreneurs are seeking new eco-solutions from zero-waste apps, to flash-freezing healthy foods, to new biodegradable products and unique processes, the food chain is changing to provide both financial and environmental solutions.
The Agrifood section of EXCELerate2017 examines how suppliers, wholesalers, retailers and sector entrepreneurs are leading the way in producing superior quality produce as well as systemic improvements in marketing and distribution, all designed to be both more friendly to the environment and more beneficial to consumers. A billion dollar growing industry for innovative entrepreneurs wanting to make a difference.
Introduction by: Corina Walsh, Shift People Development, and Chair of GroYoruBiz St. John’s, NFLD
Moderator: James Donaldson, CEO of BC Food Processors Association
Panel Speakers:
- Jessica Pautsch, Founder & Visionary, MESHX
- Eva Sun, CEO, The Rice People
- Ratana Stephens, Co-Founder, Nature’s Path
