Managing orchard soils, food fraud in fresh produce sector and more

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EDITOR'S NOTE

"Happy Wednesday! In this week's edition, learn about the latest CFIA regulatory changes for fresh fruit and vegetables, the expansion of infrastructure for agri-food research at the University of Guelph, and more. "

Jill Filmer, editor

News

University of Guelph to lead expansion of Ontario agri-food research infrastructure

The Government of Ontario is investing $41 million in Agricultural Research and Innovation Ontario (ARIO) to expand and revitalize agri‑food research infrastructure.

Canadian farmland up six per cent in value says FCC report

Farmland values of Canadian cultivated land have rose at an average of six per cent in the first half of 2025 according to a report from Farm Credit Canada (FCC).

Million Acre Challenge announced to scale regenerative farming practices in Canada

Formally announced at the 2025 Food Leadership Summit on October 7, 2025, the Canadian Alliance for Net-Zero Agri-Food (CANZA) has launched the Million Acre Challenge.

Canadian Food Inspection Agency cutting red tape on regulatory measures impacting agri-food system

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is delivering on the commitment to strengthen Canada's economy through a suite of regulatory changes aimed at reducing red tape.

Features

Managing orchard soils

Getting soil organic matter, fertility, and pathogens under control prior to planting new or replacement orchard acres is ideal. But when time is short, some remedial actions can still be taken.

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Fruit and vegetable hustlers

While illegal dyes and added substances in honey and ground spices has made headlines in the news, food fraud has subtly crept into the fresh fruit and vegetable sector.

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