Ensuring Canada’s food security – that’s what the Fruit and Vegetable Growers of Canada is advocating as parliamentarians return to the House of Commons in Ottawa.
A favourable growing season promises an excellent harvest of Ontario apples, including the top three consumer favourites: Gala, Honeycrisp and Ambrosia.
The Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership is earmarking another $9 million to help Ontario farmers adopt new technologies and best management practices to support soil health, water quality and energy efficiency.
Pear Bureau Northwest is anticipating a short crop from the states of Washington and Oregon. Exports will be affected to the top two destinations: Mexico and Canada.
In the wake of the closure of BC Tree Fruits Cooperative, the British Columbia government is directing $4 million in bridge financing to growers. Another $100,000 will support the BC Fruit Growers’ Association in offering services for food safety…
