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CubicFarms creates scientific advisory board

The scientific advisory board, comprised of experts in the fields of agriculture and technology, is primarily responsible for making recommendations to CubicFarms regarding research and development priorities.


Norfolk County farmers protest new TFW COVID-19 protocols

Farmers in Norfolk County, Ont., held a protest yesterday against new COVID-19 protocols for temporary foreign workers (TFWs) put in place by the Haldimand-Norfolk Health Unit’s Medical Officer of Health.


BASF herbicide label expanded for use on potatoes

BASF Canada Agricultural Solutions has received registration for the label expansion of Zidua SC on potatoes. Zidua SC is already registered for use on annual grasses and broadleaf weeds in several field crops.
 
 
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The Food Lover’s Garden

Grow it, cook it, eat it! From the vegetable patch to the dinner table

Put off by the origin-unknown, not-so-fresh, pesticide-laden offerings at the grocery store? Hungry for delicious high-quality veg and fragrant herbs, and looking to have some control over where your food comes from but never planted a seed in your life?

Foodie meets gardener in this deliciously accessible, easy-to-use guide to growing, cooking, and preserving twenty-some popular, easy-to-grow vegetables and herbs. Taking the budding gardener from planting, growing and harvesting, to preparation of delicious, nutritious, and affordable meals, this book is a celebration of food in all its stages. >> Learn more
 
Featured News 
 
Apple Blossoms

From the Editor: A season full of possibilities

It’s the time of year when anything is still possible for the upcoming season. The weather, late or early frosts, labour availability, planting conditions: it’s all up in the air. That can be terrifying, but it’s also exciting. Experience, planning and the realities of this season will influence what possibilities you pursue but, right now, the season is full of possibilities. » Read more
 
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Plant breeding feedback requested by Health Canada

Health Canada is seeking feedback on two new pieces of guidance for the Novel Food Regulations, focused on plant breeding. The intent is to ensure guidance provides greater clarity, predictability and transparency regarding the regulation of novel foods derived from plants and an efficient and predictable pathway to commercialization for new products. » Read more
 

Podcast: Dealing with disruption

The last year has been one of disruption and uncertainty. But as much as we’re all longing for a return to precedented times, the question remains: what happens the next time we have a new normal to deal with? Will producers and other professionals be ready the next time they need to make a big change on a dime? Ag editor Bree Rody speaks with industry representatives about lessons learned from a quick pivot, and how it could help producers prepare if there is a next time. » Learn more
 
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Canadian Fruit & Vegetable Summit

The recorded live and on-demand sessions are now available! » Learn more