Another weed control tool is available to growers of muck crops.

The Canadian Produce Marketing Association is honouring Mike Ecker, president of Vineland Growers’ Co-operative, for his 45-year career in the produce industry.

Sylvar Technologies Inc is introducing a biological control to manage common scab in potatoes and basal root rot in garlic.

A new wholesaler, headed by 20-year veteran Scott Hodgins, aims to connect farmers with crop protection manufacturers.

The Ontario Produce Marketing Association has two new board directors: Fiona McLean, Del Fresco Produce and Michael Wexler, the Oppenheimer Group. They will serve a three-year term.

Grape growers have another weed control option in their vineyards.

Growers of green onions have another option for weed control.

Lianne Rood, a southwestern Ontario MP, has been named the shadow minister for agriculture and agri-food. She has held that role since December 2019.

Nature Fresh Farms continue their sustainable initiatives by releasing a new, 100 per cent home compostable wrap for their long English Cucumbers, a first in the North American market.

Cleanfarms is running 65 collection events this fall, starting in Quebec, then moving to British Columbia, southern Saskatchewan and Prince Edward Island. At no cost to farmers, this stewardship program offers peace of mind for safe disposal of crop protection products.