Craig Hedden

Lender at FCC, tweets are my own

[Alexandra Ingersoll @AlexIngersoll]

Exclusive: “Even if we wanted to attempt to hide a combat death, we never would and we never could.” - @SecWar Hegseth responds to allegations of more service member deaths in Iran than reported.

“We never would because of how much we cherish the lives of our service members - every single one of them.”

[FCC Food and Beverage @FCCfoodbeverage]

If you’re behind Canadian food, we’re behind you. FCC is the only lender 100% invested in Canadian food, serving diverse people, projects and passions with financing and knowledge. Let’s talk about what’s next for your business.

[FCC Food and Beverage @FCCfoodbeverage]

After nearly two years of disruption, foodservice spending is recovering while grocery spending is trending down to pre-2020 levels. More in our Foodservice and Grocery Update. https://t.co/Xcewsc4xty

[J.P. Gervais @jpgervais]

July food manufacturing sales put YTD sales in 2021 12.4% higher than a year ago. But increase is definitely driven by higher inflationary pressure along the supply chain (YoY increase in the industrial price index of food manufacturing is 13.3%)

[FCC Food and Beverage @FCCfoodbeverage]

In part 3 of our 4-part series on the craft beer supply chain, we explore the role of the maltster - the indispensable conduit between barley producer and craft brewer.
https://t.co/X4EOUcqw8i

[FCC Food and Beverage @FCCfoodbeverage]

.@manitoulinbrew is guided by a love for Manitoulin Island. In honour of #NationalIndigenousPeoplesDay, FCC celebrates all the Indigenous entrepreneurs who are important economic drivers, and keepers of the sacred land we share.

[Dairy Distillery @DairyDistillery]

We're hiring at #dairydistillery - join the herd! If you’re looking to join a high-growth start-up and make an impact, we’ve got the opportunity for you. Find our #job openings here: https://t.co/JLs66b33Bs
#vodkow #qa #sales #customerexperience #almonte #mississippimills

[FCC Food and Beverage @FCCfoodbeverage]

St. Francis Herb Farm based in the Ottawa Valley, is led by a proud family of second generation farmers. Their new expansion build will unite production, distribution and warehousing. The expansion will create at least 12 new roles to the existing team. All the best!

[FCC Food and Beverage @FCCfoodbeverage]

This great piece outlines #foodindustry expert Serene Martin's top 5 tips for food and beverage start up businesses.

https://t.co/KbFhHQGMtp

[THRIVE AgriFood @THRIVEAgriFood]

Join us on March 18th as we discuss key consumer trends and opportunities for innovation within the agriculture and food ecosystem with John Jordan, CEO of Ornua; Dr. Nora Khaldi, Founder & CEO of Nuritas; and Carrie Shea, Managing Partner at IRi. https://t.co/EW0xDnBXHC

[FCC Food and Beverage @FCCfoodbeverage]

Are you attending @RestaurantsCA #RCSHOW? Join us at 11:30 ET to hear leading food industry economists discuss the most relevant issues that are impacting you and your food business. @jpgervais

[FCC Food and Beverage @FCCfoodbeverage]

The food sector has dealt with serious challenges during the pandemic. Farmery Brewery and South Ridge Maple made quick changes to keep their businesses viable, while also switching gears to produce hand sanitizer. Two great stories for #CdnAgDay. https://t.co/igONi5hVBx

[J.P. Gervais @jpgervais]

Interesting thoughts on whether the @GameStop events could happen in the ag commodity market. Short answer is no according to @PouliotSeb https://t.co/ya9RYODQ7S

[J.P. Gervais @jpgervais]

2021 cattle and hog sector outlook: Hard to ignore the major influence of China. Reopening restaurants would add strength to red meat demand https://t.co/0gHC2VA7cz

[Craig Hedden @craighedden]

#BellLetsTalk

[FCC Food and Beverage @FCCfoodbeverage]

We are excited to announce that Michael Hoffort, and The Hon. Marie-Claude Bibeau will join the #THRIVECanada2021 pitch day! Tune in on Jan 14 to see the best Canadian #startups pitch their #agrifood solutions at @THRIVEAgriFood

Register here: https://t.co/N2zFOXA5gD

[FCC Food and Beverage @FCCfoodbeverage]

Trends for the food sector in 2021. Some may even surprise you!

#FoodTrends

https://t.co/9Ff0HIK8PQ

[FCC Food and Beverage @FCCfoodbeverage]

Based on your preferences here is our third most popular article of the year!

Consumer trends have been a hot topic this year and will continue to be a primary consideration leading into 2021.

https://t.co/f7UgQFjJLL

[FCC Food and Beverage @FCCfoodbeverage]

Baked goods are predicted to be the most popular holiday grocery item this year.

Here are some other key takeaways of the Field Agent report on holiday season consumer trends:

https://t.co/XuEtZenJgJ

[FCC Food and Beverage @FCCfoodbeverage]

The grocery sector is all about building relationships to grow your business, and this is the only show that brings together virtually all facets of the grocery trade together.

Grocery Innovations Canada 2020 begins tomorrow!

https://t.co/5JWkJepAKc