About 40 per cent of Canadian farmland is rented. Farm Credit Corporation outlines different economic conditions that affect cash rental rates.
- ADAMA Canada obtains emergency registration for Captan 80 WSP to help manage anthracnose, including the new Colletotrichum Scovileistrain in field peppers.
- In the first year of the National Water Monitoring Program for Pesticides, 89 surface water sites were sampled across the country says Dr. Justine Taylor, CropLife Canada. More will be done in Ontario’s fruit and vegetable growing regions in 2023.
- Ontario minor use coordinator Josh Mosiondz says growers can continue to use their current tank mix practices during the 2023 and 2024 seasons.
- OFVGA chair Shawn Brenn advises growers to consult with tax professionals on the status of the Underused Housing Tax as per individual circumstances. As long as your tax return is filed or paid by Oct. 31, late penalties and interest will be waived.