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YODLers had a lot to say over the past month! In case you missed them, here are the top five discussions and most read articles on YODL in September 2023.
Top YODL Discussions in September 2023
Number 5
Let's Talk About Sustainability
Sustainability is an issue most YODLers are concerned about today.
Number 4
Raw Sliced Sweet Potato Manufacturer or Distributor
YODL is an ideal platform for sourcing ingredients and equipment.
Number 3
Branding and Compliance - Getting Shelf-Ready
Finding new business partners is just one of the benefits of being a CFIN member.
Number 2
Funding Opportunity: $50,000 for food/bev processors to implement new tech!
Bioenterprise’s FoodShift Program is a funding opportunity for projects focused on clean technology adoption, food waste reduction, or process optimization.
Number 1
Looking for vendors, partners, industry connections
CFIN members look to YODL for networking and to find collaboration partners.
Most Read YODL Articles in September 2023
Number 5
From a Hiring Perspective: A Q&A with Gastronomous Technologies
Like other growing foodtech companies, Oakville, ON-based Gastronomous Technologies now requires additional staff. We asked co-founder and CEO Kevork Sevadjian to discuss the search for talent.
Number 4
50 Canadian FoodTech Resources – Food Innovation & Research Studio (FIRSt), George Brown College
FIRSt is a Technology Access Centre that supports the food and beverage sector with research and development services. The lab works with clients to troubleshoot product development challenges and help bring new ideas to market.
Number 3
Explained: Food Processing Skills Canada
Food Processing Skills Canada is a non-profit organization dedicated to professionalizing the food and beverage manufacturing industry by providing leadership on labour, skills and workforce development.
Number 2
Emerging Food and Foodtech Jobs
New food technology and changing operating requirements are transforming the way food and beverage companies work, as well as the employee skills they require. Here are just a few of the emerging and in-demand jobs now available in food and beverage manufacturing.
Number 1
IN 30: Food and Beverage Associations across Canada
In this series, we dig into a food innovation topic and link you to content and resources so you can become a master on the topic in 30 minutes (or less!). This week, we’re looking at some of the food and beverage associations across Canada that provide support and resources for members.