The Perennia viticulture team will be surveying the province’s grape growers to determine more specifics on what cultivars and blocks were injured by the polar vortex. The “perfect storm” was February 4 and 5, 2023.

Cara McCreary, Ontario greenhouse vegetable IPM specialist and Tracey Baute, Ontario entomologist for field crops, detail how to scout for European corn borer.

Ontario’s Invasive Species Centre has developed signage to raise awareness about Spotted Lanternfly, its potential effects on vineyards and measures the public can take to reduce the spread.

If Canada is to improve the cold chain for its horticultural exports, then improvements are required at ports. Perishable produce relies on a mix of regulatory factors, global logistics services, smart transportation and warehousing infrastructure.

Ron Lemaire, president of the Canadian Produce Marketing Association shares both a global perspective and domestic context of the pain points that need to be addressed to protect the cold chain.