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FCC: Canadian food manufacturing's global role

With abundant natural resources and a strong global reputation for safe and high-quality food, the sector is poised to be a world leader in sustainable food production.


The Ontario Soil Management Committee returns

The OSMC operates as a dynamic committee where soil experts collaborate, share expertise and collectively address pressing issues related to soil fertility, agriculture and the environment.


IWCA podcast: Kendra Donnelly

Donnelly discusses her journey back to agriculture and how she seeks to contribute positively to the perspective of agriculture within the local community.


 
Canadian Fruit & Vegetable Summit 
 
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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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Pest susceptibility of common apple cultivars and rootstocks

Pest susceptibility varies among apple cultivars and rootstocks. Understanding, selecting and managing for particular characteristics is an important component to a successful IPM program. This information can be used when buying new trees, considering a pest control program including resistance management strategies, as well as for scouting or monitoring. » Read More...
 
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Two weeks left to submit your photos!

The Fruit & Vegetable photo contest closes on Sept. 15. Be sure to submit your photos before then for a chance to have your pic on the cover of our November issue. Now's the time to snap some shots of fall fruits and vegetables, like these apples captured by the editor. Show us what September looks like on your farm! » Read More...
 
 
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Handbook of Fruit and Vegetable Flavors

Today’s consumers want interesting, healthy, pleasurable, and exciting taste experiences, creating new challenges for today’s food and flavor scientists. Fortunately, they can turn to this comprehensive reference on the flavor science and technology of fruits, vegetables, spices, and oils for guidance on everything from basic science to new technologies to commercialization.

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Events 
 

Canada's Outdoor Farm Show

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

QPMA Convention

Sept. 19-21 | Mont-Tremblant, Que. » Read More...