Economic and Environmental Benefits from GM Crops in Colombia
By Diego Macall (Twitter: @DMM473 | Diego’s LinkedIn) Motivated by report Colombia is in the process of ending a civil war and is taking steps towards …
Has McDonald’s Gone Nuts?
Canadian’s newest beef with chain restaurants is nuts! When Earl’s Restaurant chain announced they were moving to use humane certified beef and A&W advertised their …
Where are we now?
Many thanks! What seemed a bold and an admittedly uncertain, initiative two years ago, has turned into a considerable success. SAIFood is 2 years old …
We’re All the Same but Different
By Claire Williams, University of Saskatchewan student An Investigation into the Consistency of Animal Welfare Across Canada As terrible a habit as it is, I have …
What’s your Beef?
By Courtney Nestman, University of Saskatchewan student Implants Safe for Cattle and Consumers With the rise of social media and scare tactic marketing, many consumers are …
Does Eating NON-GM Cost Consumers?
How Consumers Benefit from GM Crops One criticism that is frequently levelled against GM crops and biotechnology, in general, is that there are no benefits …
No Bananas for You!
The banana industry is facing the threat of disease which could dramatically impact production. Even with bananas being highly susceptible to disease, how important is …
Science of Risk & the Influences of Politics
United Nations Biodiversity Conference At what point does prevention and precaution trump science and innovation? Depending on who one asks, the responses would run the …
Give the Gift of Food
The holidays are quickly approaching and for many of us, that means gathering with family and friends around the table for a feast. In reality, …
SAIFood’s 2016 Rotten Potatoes
SAIFood’s Christmas List of Rotten Potatoes Just rewards for the naughty this year! Given that the festive season is upon us, I’d like to take …