The special edition of CIRANO Perspectives 2023-2024 is now available!

Discover two new exclusive articles:

→ “Le secteur bioalimentaire : un pilier économique du Québec” : A comprehensive portrait of the bioalimentary sector in Quebec, developed in collaboration with our partner, the Ministère de l'Agriculture, des Pêcheries et de l'Alimentation du Québec (MAPAQ).

→ “Le bioalimentaire au Québec : enseignements et perspectives d'avenir” : An article by the three principal researchers of the major Agri-Food and Sustainable Development Theme, Annie Royer (Université Laval), Sophie Bernard (Polytechnique Montréal) and Lota Tamini (Université Laval), concluding this special edition and offering future prospects for a sustainable and resilient transition.

This special edition highlights the reflections and work carried out as part of CIRANO's 2023-2024 thematic year. This thematic year was led by the principal researchers of CIRANO's Sustainable Development and Agri-Food theme: Annie Royer (Université Laval), Sophie Bernard (Polytechnique Montréal) and Lota Tamini (Université Laval), with the invaluable collaboration of Ingrid Peignier, CIRANO's Project Director.

Under the coordination of Nathalie de Marcellis-Warin and Carole Vincent, and thanks to a research community bringing together recognized experts, this special issue explores concrete solutions for strengthening sustainability and innovation in the Quebec biofood sector.

You can also rediscover in this issue:
→ Biofood territorial dynamics.
→ The keys to reducing food loss and waste.
→ The importance of boosting consumer confidence and encouraging innovative agri-environmental practices.
→ Winning strategies to promote local purchasing.