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OMAFRA: EURs for Brassica fungicide and rutabaga insecticide

Josh Mosiondz, OMAFRA minor use co-ordinator, recently mentioned two temporary pesticide label expansions by the PMRA for vegetable growers.


B.C. collaborating to support producers through wildfires and drought

It is important for farmers and ranchers to know that a provincial state of emergency does not need to be declared in order for them to receive support through assistance programs.


Canada and Ontario commit $68 million for on-farm actions

The governments of Canada and Ontario are committing $68 million to fund three programs designed to support farmers in making their agricultural lands more productive and resilient.


 
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Modified Atmosphere Packaging for Fresh-Cut Fruits and Vegetables

Modified Atmosphere Packaging for Fresh-cut Fruits and Vegetables provides comprehensive coverage of all aspects of modern MAP technologies for fresh-cut fruits and vegetables. Coverage begins with the general MAP concept and application by introducing the concept of MAP, how MAP works for fresh-cut produce and the benefits and shortfalls of MAP in its application. The book then discusses the basic aspects of MAP – packaging materials and machinery. Coverage of this important aspect is included in the book since fresh-cut manufacturers spend much more time in the day-to-day operations on packaging machinery and systems as compared to packaging film materials.

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AAFC: Getting to the root of RRW disease in raspberry plants

Root rot and wilt is a soil-borne disease affecting raspberry plants, and many of the most commonly grown varieties are susceptible. Growers currently lack tools to manage this disease, as the pathogen can remain dormant in the soil for up to 10 years. AAFC's Rishi Burlakoti and his team are investigating this infectious disease to find sustainable practices and tools for growers. » Read More...
 
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Top 4 Under 40 podcast: Alex Chesney

In 2021 and 2022, Fruit & Vegetable recognized some of the next generation of trailblazers in the Canadian fruit and vegetable industry with the Top 4 Under 40 program. In this episode, Alex Chesney discusses how consumer interest helps drive change and the importance of promoting health – both physical and mental – for growers. » Read More...
 
 
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NASGA Summer Tour

August 15-16 | New Jersey » Read More...

USApple Outlook 2023

August 17-18 | Chicago, IL » Read More...

OPMA 2023 Golf Tournament

September 20 | Brampton, Ont. » Learn more