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Governments fund Ontario ag sustainability initiative

Funding will be used to help with the adoption of new technologies and best management practices to support soil health, water quality and energy efficiency.


B.C. provides further support for afflicted tree-fruit farmers

The IAF will temporarily redirect an estimated $4 million to be used as bridge financing to ensure co-op members receive the money owed to them for past harvests.


Governments invest in Ontario agri-food innovation projects

An investment of up to $22.6 million, announced on Aug. 29, aims to expand production capacity and boost energy efficiency in the agriculture and food sector.


 
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. 15. For more information or to register, visit fruitandvegsummit.com.
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FEATURED NEWS 
 
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Finding fun in the uncertainty

The best thing Samuel Bourgeois’ father ever did for him, professionally speaking, was to show him the door. Several months after leaving his studies without graduating, Bourgeois found himself scrambling when his father told him to move out. But a year away from the farm showed Bourgeois that agriculture is his passion, and he's been pursuing that passion ever since. » Read More...
 
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Photo contest extended to Sept. 20!

We've extended the Fruit & Vegetable photo contest to this Friday! 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 share some shots of your best-looking fruits and vegetables, like this juicy pear – a finalist from our 2022 photo contest. Show us what September looks like on your farm! » Read More...
 
 
SPONSORED SPOTLIGHT 
 
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Innovative Packaging of Fruits and Vegetables: Strategies for Safety and Quality Maintenance, 1st Edition

This volume addresses the challenges of the short shelf life of fruits and vegetables. Innovative packaging technologies are the most promising strategies for overcoming these limitations. This book provides a host of sustainable packaging solutions that deliver protection, branding, consumer attractiveness, and speed to market in a competitive retail environment.

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Events 
 

QPMA Convention

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