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Growers can now access CEBA by opening a business account

Over 85,000 farm businesses will have access to the interest-free loans of CEBA, which equates to up to $5.1 billion – one-third of which is forgivable.


Organizers cancel IPM ESSEN 2021

Organizers feel there is “not the planning security required for the serious preparation of the international trade fair participants” for this event.


Emergency On-Farm Support Fund now available in Nova Scotia

Applications are now open under the program for up to 75 per cent of eligible project costs, up to a maximum of $50,000. 
 
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Ripe for the picking: Marketing edible home-gardening

It’s no secret that vegetable gardening was a hit among many Canadian households this year. But for bedding plant growers or garden centres looking to add vegetables to their repertoire, experts are stressing the importance of assessing the target consumer market before taking on new edible offerings. » Learn more
 
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Nanobubble oxygenation successful in greenhouse strawberries

Oxygen is an important part of the rootzone environment. Not only is it required for growth, but research has shown that it can help increase the uptake of nutrients and suppress disease. To test the effects of using nanobubbles for oxygenation in greenhouse strawberries. Netherlands-based Delphy conducted a hydroponics study. » Learn more
 
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