The Switch 62.5 WG fungicide label has been temporary expanded for suppression of Alternaria leaf blight on Brussels sprouts, broccoli and cauliflower in numerous Canadian provinces. The emergency registration is in effect from July 8, 2023 until…
- Work is well underway at the BC Tree Fruits Cooperative packing house in Oliver where leading-edge, apple pre-grade and packing lines are being installed and additional cold storage rooms are being built.
- The report documents a total economic contribution to the economies of Alberta and Canada of $2.87 billion.
- Costs of producing fresh fruits and vegetables have increased by double digits all over the world. The increases were led by fertilizer, construction, fuel, shipping, and electricity.
- The United Nation’s Food and Agriculture Organization is holding its biennial conference in Rome from July 1-7, 2023. Canadian ag minister Marie-Claude Bibeau is expected to be formally elected chair. The theme is water resource management.