Dr. Mike von Massow, food economist and professor in the Department of Food, Agricultural and Resource Economics in the Ontario Agricultural College, spoke with CBC News about the ever-rising cost of food and its impact on holiday spending this year. He also spoke with Global News about how “discount-seeking behaviour from price-sensitive consumers is becoming more prevalent,” as Dollarama reports a 22% spike in sales.
Food Economist Talks Impact of Holiday Costs with CBC, Global News
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