Dr. John Cline shares information on his most recent trials with a plant growth regulator for peaches and nectarines, that could shave 40 to 50 per cent off the time required to hand thin.
- Ontario growers will appreciate the updated pigweed species ID guide, complete with photos and county-by-county maps where resistance has been found.
- The Ontario Fruit & Vegetable Growers’ Association has released a new study highlighting the sustainability of Ontario fruits and vegetables. Growers are using a wide range of environmentally sustainable practices on-farm.
- Wageningen University is challenging global teams to deliver sustainable vegetable production with artificial intelligence. This year’s focus is dwarf tomatoes.
- Matthew Rae, MPP Wellington-Perth, has introduced a Private Members Bill that would offer liability protections to agritourism operators offering farm visits.