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Editor's Note 
 
Wishing you a very merry Christmas or happy holidays! Keep an eye on the Fruit & Veg website for news updates over the holidays, and give our digital editions a flip-through if you're looking for some tips to take into the new year.
- Alex Barnard, editor
 
NEWS 
 
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Farmer financial protection bill passes

Bill C-280 has successfully passed its third reading in the Canadian Senate, marking a significant step toward enhancing financial protection for produce sellers in Canada.


Growing crops suited to Canada's climate

Vineland has worked towards that goal using two different approaches: developing its own climate-adapted varieties, and scouting for varieties that could be adopted here in Canada.


OFVGA merit award nominations now open

The award is presented to an individual or organization who has made outstanding contributions to the sector in strategic leadership, technical input or innovation, and/or dedication to the industry.


 
SPONSORED SPOTLIGHT 
 
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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. These include apple, pear, quince, peach, plum, sweet cherry, kiwifruit, strawberry, mulberry, and chestnut.

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PIC: Cover cropping for potato nutrient needs

Cover cropping has been recognized as a promising management practice, but the short growing season and the dry conditions on the Prairies make it challenging to integrate into cropping systems. Olivia Otchere looked at the viability of using cover crops in Saskatchewan and assessed the improvement of soil nitrogen cycling. » Read More...
 
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From the Editor: Putting a face to farming

It’s always so energizing to go out and talk to people about agriculture. It’s exciting to learn about the research being conducted and hear the passion in people’s voices when they talk about their niche of the industry and what they’re doing. With a bevy of industry events on the horizon, make plans to have a few conversations outside your usual group. » Read More...
 
 
Events 
 

Guelph Organic Conference

Jan. 22-25, 2025 | 5Guelph, Ont. » Read More...

Pacific Agricultural Show

Jan. 23-25, 2025 | Abbotsford, B.C. » Learn more

Scotia Horticultural Congress

Jan. 27-28, 2025 | Greenwich, N.S. » Read More...