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CHARLEBOIS: Why some food boycotts work — and most don’t

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Evidence is mounting that Canadians are increasingly favouring domestic food products.

Food industry boycotts are notoriously hit-or-miss, but can lead to significant market disruption.

Grocers recalibrated their sourcing strategies, seeking alternatives to U.S. suppliers.

The speed and scale of this consumer-led adjustment caught many in the industry off guard.

By contrast, the Reddit -driven Loblaw boycott has been ineffective.

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