Fruit co-op showcases expansion

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Vineland Growers Co-operative recently revealed its newly expanded warehouse and storage distribution centre to its farmer-owners and supporters. » Read more...

Improving tomato health, handling

Many health issues can develop after tomatoes are harvested from the field, caused either by pathogens, physical injury, environmental extremes, or a combination of these factors. » Read more...

Jas. C Bartlett joins Canadian Agricultural Hall of Fame

The late Jas. C (Jim) Bartlett plus Robert (Bob) Switzer and John Willmott were officially inducted into the Canadian Agricultural Hall of Fame at a special awards banquet on Nov. 6, 2016 in conjunction with the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair. » Read more...

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Smaller sweet cherry trees

“One of the largest costs to a producer is getting the crop harvested from the trees,” says Dr. Suzanne Blatt, a scientist at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) in Kentville, Nova Scotia. “Climbing up and down ladders takes time and care to ensure the workers are safe and the trees are not damaged in the harvesting process. A shorter tree with fruit that is easily accessible from the ground means faster harvest, better tree care and less risks for harvesters.” » Read more...

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