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A new pathogen has been identified that infects hop leaves and cones, the aromatic flowers used in brewing. If not controlled, growers can lose between 20 and 50 per cent of their yield to the fungus. -
ADAMA Canada obtains emergency registration for Captan 80 WSP to help manage anthracnose, including the new Colletotrichum Scovileistrain in field peppers. -
In the first year of the National Water Monitoring Program for Pesticides, 89 surface water sites were sampled across the country says Dr. Justine Taylor, CropLife Canada. More will be done in Ontario’s fruit and vegetable growing regions in 2023. -
Ontario minor use coordinator Josh Mosiondz says growers can continue to use their current tank mix practices during the 2023 and 2024 seasons.
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The Ontario Produce Marketing Association announces that Daniel Baldin, Longo’s and Steve Roberts, Vineland Growers’ Cooperative have joined the board for three-year terms. -
Colin Chapdelaine is the 2023-2024 chair of the Canadian Produce Marketing Association. A veteran of the produce industry, he is currently president of berry operations at Star Produce. -
A broad spectrum of agriculture is represented on the board of directors of the national charity that works to earn public trust in Canada’s food system. -
Darien Temprile becomes the first executive director of the Canadian Grapevine Certification Network. She has recently completed a Masters in Business Administration from McMaster University, adding to her four years of practical experience in the grape sector.
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The U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council published a special audio report on May 31, offering analysis of crop harvests and development in key growing area…
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Ownership and focus distinguish successful research approach for privately held Enza Zaden. Luis Maas, senior station/R&D manager for Enza Zaden U… -
The U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council is expanding its business intelligence program for fresh blueberries, thanks to an automated, voluntary production… -
Jac. Vandenberg, a New York-based importer and distributor of fruits, has won acclaim for its Sunrays bio-based grape bags.
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If Canada is to improve the cold chain for its horticultural exports, then improvements are required at ports. Perishable produce relies on a mix of… -
A 35-acre farm dedicated to apples, tender fruit and vegetables has served as a lifetime endeavor for Doug Balsillie and his wife Leslie Huffman.… -
Jorge Osorio enjoys the driver’s seat as he transports his fellow compañeros at Windset Farms’ cucumber greenhouse near Delta, British Columbia. He… -
Expect more formulations with environmental benefits says Cornie Thiessen, general manager for Canada, ADAMA Agricultural Solutions.
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Two Canadian partners – Sollum Technologies and ecoation – will join arms with Switzerland-based Vivent to offer their groundbreaking technology and… -
Engineers at University of British Columbia Okanagan are trying to squeeze energy from discarded fruit using microbial fuel cells. -
The Vineland Research and Innovation Centre has hosted an event to highlight the challenges and opportunities identified by the Horticultural… -
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has updated its guidance for gene-edited crops. A Canadian Variety Transparency Database will help seed…
Charles Stevens, chair of the Ontario Fruit & Vegetable Growers’ Association, is setting the table for the February 21, 2023 annual general meeting. He points out the need for upgraded energy infrastructure, especially to support the greenhouse sector.
Advancing automation in horticulture is expensive and time-consuming, says a report by Vineland Research & Innovation Centre. Columnist Owen Roberts shares the industry’s hurdles to making the lives of growers more efficient.
Retail Navigator columnist Peter Chapman shares his lens on the trends at the Canadian Produce Marketing Association trade show. And points out how to prepare for trade shows in the future.
Crop protection columnist Chris Duyvelshoff explains new tank mixing rules that PMRA issued in December 2022. If a label contains no guidance on tank mixing, then tank mixes are not permitted.
Columnist Luc Bérubé makes it a point to talk about protection of workers who use crop protection products. He shared his best tips at a field day this past August 2022 near Rivière-du-Loup, Québec.
Crop protection columnist Josh Mosiondz reports on the in-person meeting held in Gatineau to set priorities for minor use research. He is Ontario’s minor use coordinator.
