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OMAFA: Grape downy mildew lowdown

Typically, we see a flush of downy mildew after bloom for about a month and then it slows down until we get into August. But this year the pressure from downy mildew seems to be non-stop.


Ontario marketing initiative promotes local tender fruit

The Government of Ontario is investing up to $1.6 million over four years to support Ontario Tender Fruit Growers in purchasing display bins branded with the Foodland Ontario logo.


IWCA podcast: In conversation with Christine Brown

Brown, OMAFA field crop sustainability specialist, discusses how her confidence helped her feel secure in a male-dominated field and why it’s important to work in the field with the eyes of a child.


 
 
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Pest and disease management info coming to Kitchener

The Canadian Fruit & Vegetable Summit is back for a second year! This time, we’re scouting around to provide you with the latest in pest and disease management strategies. Hear from extension specialists, researchers and fellow growers on how best to handle the insects, weeds and diseases troubling your fruit and vegetable crops.

Taking place on Nov. 27 at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Kitchener, Ont., the summit will focus on actionable advice that will benefit growers and industry members working with a variety of crops. Register now to take advantage of early bird pricing.

Don’t wait too long – our early bird rate for the Canadian Fruit & Vegetable Summit ends on Oct. 28. For more information or to register, visit fruitandvegsummit.com.
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B.C. fruit growers lose co-op amid difficult growing season

B.C. fruit growers are having a rough year. An extreme cold snap in January devastated tender fruit and grape crops. Then, on July 26, B.C. Tree Fruit Co-operative announced its abrupt closure, leaving more than 300 members seeking alternative channels for their produce at a crucial time for apple growers. » Read More...
 
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Show us your farm's best angles

The Fruit & Vegetable photo contest is back for the 2024 growing season! Take us to your operation and show us the ins and outs of your cropping season. The winning photo will be featured on the front of our November issue – the first of our 80th anniversary year. Thanks to Lorne Matheson of Nova Scotia for this week's photo! » Read More...
 
 
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Temperate Fruits: Production, Processing, and Marketing, 1st Edition

This volume, presents the latest pomological research on the production, postharvest handling, processing and storage, and information on marketing for a selection of temperate fruits.

Topics include micro-irrigation, sustainable nutrient management, crop protection and plant health management, and farm mechanization.

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Events 
 

USApple Outlook 2024

Aug. 14-16 | Chicago, IL » Read More...

Canada's Outdoor Farm Show

Sept. 10-12 | Woodstock, Ont. » Read More...