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Multiple government initiatives were announced this week by the federal and multiple provincial governments to support farmers. As the threat of tariffs became a reality this week, it is imperative the government continues to support producers.
- Fruit and Vegetable team
 
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Government of Canada investing $12 million to scale up southern Ontario agri-food businesses

The governments of Ontario and Canada are partnering to scale up southern Ontario agri-food businesses through a $12 million investment.


Governments of Quebec and Canada expanding and simplifying crop insurance coverage

The governments of Quebec and Canada have announced major changes to the Crop Insurance Program (ASREC) to better meet the changing needs of agricultural businesses, particularly in the context of climate change.


Minister MacAulay announces over $116 million to help farmers adopt clean technologies

Lawrence MacAulay, federal minister of agriculture and agri-food, has announced more than $116 million under the Agricultural Clean Technology (ACT) program to support 119 projects across Canada that will help keep farmers on the cutting edge with clean technologies.


Agritourism Ontario presents Ambassador, Leadership awards and recognizes Member of the Year

Agritourism Ontario (AO) have presented Ontario’s Southwest Tourism Organization, Matthew Rae, and Snyder’s Farm with the Ambassador Award, Learnership Award, and Member of the Year respectively.


 
 
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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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Managing orchard soils

According to Erika DeBrouwer, tree fruit specialist with the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food, and Agribusiness (OMAFA), prepping the ground for “the lifespan of the orchard” begins by planning ahead – that is, having a plan several years prior to planting, and at least two full growing seasons to enact that plan. » Read More...
 
 
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