In this episode, the week's big news is the return of Tim Hortons' Roll Up the Rim to the ripple effects of Trump's new tariff threats on Canadian farmers. The shifting landscape of interprovincial trade, the potential push for raw milk, the ongoing seed oil debate, and how Canada should rethink its trade strategies with Mexico and India.
Michael LeBlanc and Sylvain Charlebois break down the most pressing food and trade stories this week on The Food Professor Podcast, which is making waves across Canada and beyond.
🔴 Trump's Tariff Shockwave: The duo unpacks the impact of Donald Trump's latest tariff threats on Canadian farmers, the surprising response from Mexico, and whether food will ultimately be exempt from future trade restrictions. Is Canada too dependent on the U.S., and what role should Mexico and India play in diversifying agricultural exports?
☕ Tim Hortons Brings Back Roll Up the Rim: A Canadian classic returns! The hosts reminisce about the campaign's history and resilience despite environmental concerns and digital shifts.
🌍 Canadian Consumer Reaction: With interprovincial trade barriers under scrutiny and rising nationalistic sentiment, Michael and Sylvain explore what it means to "buy Canadian." How can consumers make informed choices, from wine boycotts to retail supply chains?
🌱 Raw Milk & Seed Oil Debates: RFK Jr's controversial push for raw milk legalization and the battle over seed oils—are they a health hazard or nutritional necessity? Sylvain shares his insights on whether Canada's supply management system blocks consumer choice.
Prof. Ian Lee's op ed:
https://nationalpost.com/opinion/ian-lee-this-is-trumps-plan-for-global-economic-domination