The Canadian Produce Marketing Association announces the 20 rising stars who will participate in a unique mentoring experience at the annual convention and trade show in Vancouver.

A historic infusion of money to the grape, cherry, tree fruit and berry sectors will help growers cope with recent extreme weather events.

Brock University has announced a $3.5 million grant from the Canada Foundation for Innovation that will establish a Brock-led research farm. Co-leading the project are CCOVI principal scientist Sudarsana Poojari and CCOVI researcher Jim Willwerth.

The PMRA has approved a minor label expansion for increased lateral bud break, improved branch angles and tree structure, and branching of nursery stock and non-bearing orchard trees. 

Syngenta Vegetable Seeds is now offering direct communication with its technical experts as well as personalized service from crop planning to harvest.