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Transitioning Brooks Greenhouse to Lethbridge College

Alberta is increasing research capacity by supporting the transition of the Brooks Greenhouse to Lethbridge College.


Queen’s Park looks to ease energy costs for farmers

Eligible customers will receive a reduction off their energy bill when new electricity rates for Regulated Price Plan (RPP) customers come into effect.


Funding for market development opens for BC agri-businesses

Producers are eligible for up to $50,000 per year. The program can cover up to 50% of total cash costs of the project, the remaining 50% must come from the applicant.
 
Sponsored Spotlight 
 

Cascades

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Preserve the freshness from harvest to the table;
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Capture consumers’ attention through great visuals;
Comply with FDA and Health Canada’s food safety requirements.

Through this new range of products, Cascades brings the circular economy to life by using different types of recovered cardboard and plastics to offer a full range of eco-friendly, recycled and 100% recyclable products. Learn more by visiting cascades.com
 
Featured News 
 
Feature 1

Trial by fiery hot conditions

This year marked the 20th anniversary of the Sawaya Garden Trials. Find out which trialled varieties survived long stretches of high temperatures, and what exciting changes are in store for the trials in 2021, including a new location and new objectives. » Learn more
 
Feature 2

Do plants need sleep?

The cost of electricity for lighting is one of the largest expenses for year-round greenhouse vegetable production. In the latest research from Harrow, researchers explore smart use of LEDs for production with 24h lighting. » Learn more
 
Sponsored Spotlight 
 

Greenhouse Design and Control

This book deals with different types of greenhouses, materials, structures, advanced control techniques and tendencies that are needed for designing and controlling an advanced greenhouse.
The control system is presented as an integral system which covers the explanation of basic and advanced concepts for a real time controller. Also, structural analysis is introduced, whereby mechanical design is regarded as a key factor.
Its easy-to-absorb contents are also suitable for graduate students and researchers in agricultural and electronic engineering, horticulture, and crop cultivation. Learn More
 
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