71. Domestic food supply resilience, supporting local and industry chit chat with Debra Hellbach - Manager at the Centre for Seafood Innovation at VIU

With over 35 years of experience across private industry & federal and provincial governments, a Masters’ in Communications and a Bachelors’ in Food Science, I couldn't have asked for a more qualified guest to help us understand the importance of a resilient domestic food supply and to provide some insight into the local food processing world. We cover a lot of ground including innovation in the seafood industry, the current labor crisis & programs that processors can engage in. 

A great episode for any food processor looking to hear some insights from one of our most well regarded and experienced food industry professionals. 

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The Centre for Seafood Innovation (CSI) is a trusted source for seafood industry members to access infrastructure, equipment and resources required to foster and grow a competitive and resilient sector. CSI harnesses existing and emerging expertise, infrastructure and programs to facilitate the development of research, public relations and commercialization activities that address current and future industry needs.

Their overarching mandate is to create new opportunities for BC seafood businesses and strengthen food security so British Columbians can rely on locally grown, harvested and processed food now and for generations to come.

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Web: https://research.viu.ca/centre-seafood-innovation# 

LinkedIn: Debra Hellbach

Email : Debra.Hellbach@viu.ca 

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