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Editor's Note 
 
Talk of new tariffs being imposed by the incoming U.S. administration have many of us in a dither. But groups and governments across Canada are already taking action. If you haven't yet, check out our digital November issue!
- Alex Barnard, editor
 
NEWS 
 

Some concern, some confidence: Industry reacts to tariff talk

U.S. president-elect Donald Trump's policy proposals have already spread waves of concern – and plenty of action – through key sectors across the globe.


B.C. supports Indigenous food sovereignty and security

The new Indigenous Food Pathways program is supporting new projects, enhancing existing programs and improving Indigenous-led operations in the agriculture and food sector.


Garlic production workshop for Ontario growers

This workshop will cover every part of garlic production in Ontario, including cultivar selection, soil testing, pest and disease identification, and curing and storage.


 
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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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Disease deep-dive: What diseases to expect in a drought year?

Drought conditions can directly impact disease by making the environment more favourable for pathogen infection, disease development and disease spread. In other cases, drought may not directly impact the rate of infection, but disease impact may be greater due to water stress. Before applying fungicides, make sure you are certain what you are dealing with. » Read More...
 
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Findings from Perennia’s Nova Scotia nematode project

A three-year project – begun in 2021 – sought to address the increasing threat of nematodes in Nova Scotia. Plant parasitic nematodes are microscopic roundworms that feed on roots and can significantly impact crop production. Preliminary sampling in Nova Scotia showed high populations of plant parasitic nematodes in horticultural crops. » Read More...
 
 
Events 
 

EFAO Conference

Dec. 4-5 | Kingston, Ont. » Read More...

Great Lakes Expo 2024

Dec. 10-12 | Grand Rapids, Mich. » Read More...