The U.S. plans to withdraw from the tomato suspension agreement on July 14, 2025, imposing duties of nearly 21 per cent on Mexican tomato exports.

Tom Hughes, president, aligns teams and operations after the recent acquisition of Mountain King. The company provides conventional and organic potato varieties ideal for frying, baking, mashing, boiling, and roasting.

Dr. Maria Rodriguez, Greens; John Barlow, Conservative; Yves Perron, Québécois; Heather Ray, NDP; Kody Blois, Liberal; participated in the Agriculture Leaders’ Debate on April 17th. Link to recording here:

The new chair of the board is Janelle Cardiff. Joining her is Nicki Scott, nominated by the Ontario Fruit and Vegetable Growers’ Association and Ontario Potato Board. She becomes second vice-chair.

The Canadian owned and operated producer of brands such as Unico and Primo is warning of increased costs of $0.25 and $0.40 per can.