Canada needs a food policy system that makes it easier for retailers and restaurants to source their beef locally, says the author.  |  File photo

Beef over imports not just with Earls

When Canadian restaurant chain Earls announced it could not find a large and consistent enough supply of Canadian beef that met its certified humane criteria, there was a quick and emotional backlash. Even though Earls later backtracked, its sourcing decision highlights Canada’s need for a more diversified beef system that creates more value for both […] Read more