The BC Cherry Association has worked hard to diversify its markets in the Asian rim, most recently to South Korea. But in 2023, its focus will turn to domestic markets with the inaugural Canadian Cherry Month, July 15-August 15.
- The Canadian and Ontario governments have pledged up to $5 million to eligible Ontario grape growers and a similar amount to beekeepers due to extreme weather conditions in 2021-22.
- Bill C-280, the Financial Protection for Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Farmers Act, was passed on June 21, 2023 by the House of Commons Standing Committee on Agriculture and Agri-food without amendment and with the support of all political parties.
- Value Chain Management International has contributed to stronger value chains under leadership of co-founder and CEO, Dr. Martin Gooch. The team has produced papers on topics such as food waste, food security, food packaging and low carbon in food…
- Federal agencies are reaching out proactively to Canadians on the move this summer, especially if they are returning from areas in the U.S. known to have spotted lanternfly. It’s an invasive pest known for its extensive damage to grapes,…