Biofood partners' ability and desire to organize also mark the dynamism of the biofood community. Farm trade unions, cooperatives, entrepreneurship, and initiatives by the many sector-based associations, not to mention the wide range of businesses in related sectors, whether research and development, or input, equipment, and technical support suppliers, stimulate increased activity and create new companies. According to a study by the multi-international KPMG, Montr al and Qu bec City, Qu bec's two major cities, are among the front runners for the 42 North American and European cities with the lowest agrifood business operating costs. Qu bec boasts qualified workers for production, scientific and sales duties, among others. Food processing is a key industry in Qu bec, generating thousands of jobs.
Businesses have access to a large pool of qualified, experienced workers.
While French is the official language, it is easy to hire workers who speak English, Spanish, German or Japanese since Montr al is home to close to 80 different ethnic communities. Reliable, high-quality supplies Arable land, freshwater and seawater all abound in Qu bec. The climate is right and the production structure, effective. Consequently, farm and marine products are diverse and available in large quantities. Standards governing plant and animal health, handling and transport ensure product safety and quality.