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Taking a proactive approach

Friday, April 29, 2022 - Charles Stevens

This is my first column as chair of the Ontario Fruit and Vegetable Growers’ Association (OFVGA).
CPMA opens early registration for 2022 conference and trade show

Thursday, February 3, 2022 - Karen Davidson

This year’s show will focus on reuniting the produce industry after almost three years.
HEPA filters to be made available for congregate settings

Thursday, February 3, 2022 - Karen Davidson

The Ontario government is promising to distribute up to 5,500 free HEPA filters to improve ventilation in agri-food congregate living settings.
CPMA welcomes canadian supply chain task force

Wednesday, February 2, 2022 - Karen Davidson

The Government of Canada will create a new Supply Chain Task Force.
Funding to destroy surplus pei spuds

Tuesday, February 1, 2022 - Karen Davidson

Current estimates suggest that 3 million cwt (300 million pounds) will need to be destroyed.
Ontario minimum wage to rise to $15 per hour

Wednesday, January 19, 2022 - Eduardo

The Ontario wage increase from $14.35/hr (October 1, 2021) will not help to address the province’s labour challenges and will put more pressure on the wage scales for employers.

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