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Late blight found in New York State

Late blight has been confirmed on tomato plants near Syracuse, N.Y. At this time the late blight strain is not believed to be a known or common strain.


Government invests $11M in Canada's wine sector

This research investment will help growers better protect their crops, test new vine varieties, and analyze growing practices in Canadian vineyards that are better for the environment.


Venture L Herbicide label expanded

The Pest Management Regulatory Agency recently announced the approval of minor use label expansion registrations for Venture L Herbicide.
 
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Biocontrol expanding in berry fields

The use of biocontrol pest methods in horticulture is growing, whether it’s trap crops, pheromone traps, predatory insects or biopesticides. David Saunders can attest that across the country, predatory insects are now being commonly used to protect various berry crops. “Biocontrol is expanding all the time,” says the technical salesperson at southern Ontario-based Plant Products. “There is lots of interest.” » Read more...
 
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Maritime Wild Blueberry Field Day

July 12
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Ridgetown Vegetable Open House

July 19
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