While acknowledging that land use is a provincial and municipal matter, Senator Rob Black notes that protecting valuable soils, and prime agricultural and forest land is essential to Canada’s food supply chains, economy, and environment.
Daniel Terlizzese, University of Guelph, is the first-place winner for his poster called “Shining Light on Eggplant Production.”
Two greenhouses located in Richmond and Morehead represent a combined 120 acres of fully lit production.
Algoma Orchards, Newcastle, Ontario has trademarked an apple that’s being targeted for the winter eating season. With 1,600 acres in high-density production, the company is Canada’s largest apple grower.
The Canadian Produce Marketing Association is highlighting the economic impact of the national fresh produce sector. Analysis shows $15 billion GDP in 2022 and 185,000 jobs.
