Upgrades to worker housing and other changes have improved the lives of more than 20,000 temporary foreign workers who come to Ontario.
- The World Potato Congress will spotlight the importance of potatoes as a vital food crop and its potential to drive inclusive economic growth, particularly for youth and women in the sector. Specific dates will be announced for the October/November…
- The Marketing Assistance for Specialty Crops program, first announced in December 2024, has increased its funds to American growers from $2 billion to $2.65 billion.
- The downward planting trend is reflected across other key potato-producing states reflecting significant contract cuts by potato processors.
- OMAFA will be soil sampling in June for a limited number of tender fruit, apple and grape sites on a first-come, first- serve basis. Participating growers will receive a free soil health analysis for their orchard and vineyard.