Does Canada need to do a better job of our food supply governance?
The recent chicken abuse scandal video from a BC farm and recalls of milk and flour point to a need for stronger supply chain governance in Canada's food supply chain system.
Michelle De Cordova, Director, Corporate Engagement & Public Policy with N-E-I Investments says her company is trying to raise consumer understanding of supply chain management and labour rights issues. "It's the kind of story that will make consumers ask questions about where their food is coming from. I think it's interesting that we see companies pointing to how the meat in their supply chain is treated and raised."
NEI Investments works to engage with NGOs and businesses to address risks to the long-term investment value of companies while at the same time looking out for human rights issues. "This kind of abuse can be very bad for businesses; companies and investors behind those companies this is a risk to the value of those companies as well as being offensive to Canadian values."
Cordova says it really comes down to the people handling the animals and products that will make the difference if animals are treated properly and other health and safety protocols are followed.