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Regalia Maxx biofungicide label expanded for suppression of downy mildew on hops

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The Pest Management Regulatory Agency (PMRA) recently announced the approval of an URMULE registr

Submitted by Jim Chaput on 6 July 2016

Delegate insecticide label expanded for control of additional insects

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The Pest Management Regulatory Agency (PMRA) recently announced the approval of URMULE registrati

Submitted by Jim Chaput on 6 July 2016

Agri-Mek label expanded for control of spider mites and thrips

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The Pest Management Regulatory Agency (PMRA) recently announced the approval of URMULE registrati

Submitted by Jim Chaput on 6 July 2016

Vineland opens the largest pre-commercial horticultural research greenhouse in North America

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David Liscombe, research scientist in biochemistry, explains that the industry standard for tomato flavour can be differentiated by linking the chemistry of tomatoes to consumer preferences for flavourful varieties. Graphic supplied by Vineland.

Vineland Station -- There’s no glass ceiling on what can be accomplished through

Submitted by Karen Davidson on 29 June 2016

People skills required to move from agronomy to agritourism

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This creative photo of the vineyard at 13th Street Winery near St. Catharines, Ontario is symbolic of the agritourism industry. While many enter with rose-coloured glasses, many find there is no pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. It’s a tough business. Doug and Karen Whitty, owners of a 50-acre vineyard, winery and bakery share their insights for success. Photo by Denis Cahill, courtesy Grape Growers’ of Ontario.

A conversation with Doug Whitty is three parts marketing and one part infrastructure planning.

Submitted by Karen Davidson on 29 June 2016

Ethylene-absorbing film lengthens shelf life for high-value produce

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Ethylene-absorbing film is now used in Europe, a trend that could migrate to Canada.

Submitted by Karen Davidson on 26 May 2016

Prince Edward Island spruces up potato warehouses

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The red soils, blue waters and green fields of Prince Edward Island are postcard-perfect.

Submitted by The Grower on 26 May 2016

Recyclable alternative coatings for corrugated boxes now outpace wax coatings

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John Mullinder, executive director, Paper and Paperboard Packaging Environmental Council.

In the United States, more corrugated boxes are being shipped with recyclable wax alternative coa

Submitted by Karen Davidson on 26 May 2016

8 tips to improve the efficiency of your cold storage

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Cold storages are no different than your vehicle.

Submitted by Karen Davidson on 26 May 2016

Wireworm research intensifies on both chemical and biological control

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Biological control of wireworms using Metarhizium

Potato growers are keen to learn more about their options for controlling wireworm.

Submitted by The Grower on 26 May 2016

Regalia Maxx biofungicide label expanded for suppression of downy mildew on hops

Regalia Maxx biofungicide label expanded for suppression of downy mildew on hops

Delegate insecticide label expanded for control of additional insects

Delegate insecticide label expanded for control of additional insects

Agri-Mek label expanded for control of spider mites and thrips

Agri-Mek label expanded for control of spider mites and thrips

Vineland opens the largest pre-commercial horticultural research greenhouse in North America

Vineland opens the largest pre-commercial horticultural research greenhouse in North America

People skills required to move from agronomy to agritourism

People skills required to move from agronomy to agritourism

Ethylene-absorbing film lengthens shelf life for high-value produce

Ethylene-absorbing film lengthens shelf life for high-value produce

Prince Edward Island spruces up potato warehouses

Prince Edward Island spruces up potato warehouses

Recyclable alternative coatings for corrugated boxes now outpace wax coatings

Recyclable alternative coatings for corrugated boxes now outpace wax coatings

8 tips to improve the efficiency of your cold storage

8 tips to improve the efficiency of your cold storage

Wireworm research intensifies on both chemical and biological control

Wireworm research intensifies on both chemical and biological control

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