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Urgent measures to prevent spread of gypsy moth

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) enacted urgent interim measures to help prevent the movement of gypsy moth on host nursery stock for the 2021 shipping season.


CPMA announces new board of directors

The Canadian Produce Marketing Association (CPMA) has announced its board of directors for 2021-2022, representing key players from across all stages of the supply chain.


$330,000 allocated to boost horticultural projects at Vineland

Research will focus on improving harvesting and storage practices, as well as inventory tracking and improvements to biosecurity and COVID-19 protocols to benefit the Ontario greenhouse sector.
 
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Accelerating growth by technology

Kingsville, Ont.-based Mucci Farms, a greenhouse grower with over 60 years of experience, has been at the forefront of new technological advancements. Using lighting, automation and data management strategies, here’s how Mucci Farms is meeting the rapidly growing demand for fresh greenhouse produce. » Learn more
 
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Spotting the two-spotted spider mite

“Commonly known as two-spotted spider mite (TSSM), it characteristically has two large dark spots on either side of its back,” explains Biobest’s IPM specialist David Abeijon. “Capable of building up a population very quickly … the female mites can hibernate overwinter. In spring, when temperatures rise, they become active again and give birth to the next population.” » Learn more
 
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Plant Protection: Managing Greenhouse Insect & Mite Pests

Raymond A. Cloyd, an extension Specialist in Ornamental Entomology/Integrated Pest Management at Kansas State University, discusses the common insect and mite pests of ornamental crops and how to treat their infestations. Cloyd explains insecticide and chemical classes and modes of operation, proper tank mixing procedures, application coverage and timing, and pesticide storage.

He also talks about phytotoxicity and the effects of pH on chemical effectiveness. A final chapter on pest identification describes common insets and mite pests, their feeding patterns and damage to crops, and control methods.

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