Food Manufacturers Start to Cut Capacity Amid Labour Shortages and Supply Chain Woes

Food Manufacturers Start to Cut Capacity Amid Labour Shortages and Supply Chain Woes
An empty shelf of a grocery store is seen in Chilliwack, B.C., November 19, 2021. The Canadian Press/Jonathan Hayward
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Canada’s food manufacturers are starting to cut capacity and focus on key products as they confront labour shortages and supply chain problems that show no signs of easing.

Experts say food manufacturers are facing inflation, shipping backlogs and delays in obtaining things like ingredients and packaging.