CPMA makes recommendations for Federal Budget 2026 Last month, “CPMA submitted comments to the Department of Finance Canada’s consultation in advance of Federal Budget 2026, outlining 20 recommendations for government action to support Canada’s fresh fruit and vegetable supply chain. CPMA’s recommendations address key priority areas, including building Canada as a ‘Food Superpower’, strengthening North … Read more
To celebrate Small Business Week in Canada, BDC invites you to learn how AI, business transfers, talent shortages, fragile supply chains and sudden trade shocks are reshaping the pace of business. It’s a two-speed world, and companies must adapt fast or risk falling behind. The new rules for growth? Move faster, invest in productivity and … Read more
Tariff Relief Funding for OPMA Members Source: OPMA Member Update – August 31, 2026: “We know the past few days have been incredibly stressful. Navigating a 50 per cent tariff on $27.6 billion of Canadian goods is an unprecedented challenge, and we want you to know that the OPMA is standing right beside you on … Read more
Farm Credit Canada (FCC) and the Canadian Centre for Agricultural Wellbeing (CCAW) has renewed its partnership to sustain and expand the National Farmer Wellness Network (NFWN) Crisis Line, 1-866-FARMS01 (1-866-327-6701). The renewed investment of $1.8 million over three years ($600,000 annually) will allow the program to continue providing tailored, no-cost mental health and crisis support … Read more
Over the past year, many PICS software customers have asked about Artificial Intelligence (AI) and how it can be used with PICS data. Some businesses have even begun developing their own in-house AI and data analytics projects to gain deeper insights, as well as recommendations for their operations. To support these initiatives, we have developed … Read more
Our friends at BDC have put together an informative and easy to understand guide for business owners and entrepreneurs who want to address cybersecurity. Download the guide here: https://www.bdc.ca/en/articles-tools/entrepreneur-toolkit/guides/addressing-cybersecurity-business. Thank you BDC – we appreciate you! Wondering how you can protect your PICS ERP software? On the PICS server, have your IT provider arrange to: … Read more
Can Ontario lead Canada’s food future? You bet! “Ontario farmers and agri-food producers face a wall of challenges amid global uncertainty and trade disruption. TVO Today Live brings together a community conversation hosted by Steve Paikin, featuring voices from across the agricultural sector in Ontario to find out how resilience, innovation and know-how could lead … Read more
CPMA Convention + Trade Show 2026 Close to 3,000 CPMA members and major retailers from across Canada and the globe are looking forward to connecting in Toronto April 28-30, 2026. Over the course of the convention, events, and programs abound: Check out the schedule. If you’re planning on attending the convention and would like to … Read more
What makes PICS software for fresh produce stand out? In an industry where timing, precision, and margins are critical, your ERP software system should drive performance—not roadblocks. The right solution will simplify operations, strengthen profitability, and enable your business to move quickly and decisively. Choose PICS software – designed for fresh produce operations, and you’ll … Read more
Businesses in the fresh produce industry move fast—so should your insights. Here’s what’s ripe, what’s changing, and what’s next. Let’s dig in! Great news for farmers, food processors, and agribusinesses! Government funding update – $20 million to protect local farmers and agribusinessesOn January 20th, 2026, the Canadian and Ontario governments announced they were investing up … Read more
Let’s face it: sometimes the ability to see the forest for the trees (understanding the big picture) seems unlikely. With a fresh year ahead, we thought we’d share… Top 10 Goals for Businesses Looking for more ways to Improve Your Business? Here you go!
Holiday Hours at WaudWare For Christmas 2025, we will be closing at 5:00 pm on Wednesday, December 24th and re-opening at 8:00 am on Monday, December 29th, 2025. For New Year’s Eve/Day, we will be closing at 5:00 pm on Wednesday, December 31st and re-opening at 8:00 am on Friday, January 2nd, 2026. As always, … Read more
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