Long-time executive assistant and corporate secretary for the Fruit and Vegetable Growers of Canada will retire April 1.

The awards return as a national celebration of Canada’s food leaders in partnership with the Arrell Food Institute at the University of Guelph.

Ontario Greenhouse Vegetable Growers win award in the online advertising and marketing category for its Tennessee summer digital campaign.

Using Biobest bumblebees in early-flowering crops with short pollination windows, such as cherries, has been proven to significantly increase fruit size, total yield and grower profitability.

Winnipeg-based produce wholesaler is dedicated to connecting with community through fresh vegetables while diverting food from landfills.