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Editor's Note 
 
This week, Olds College instructor, Dr. Ken Fry, offers some tips on how growers can create a welcoming environment for beneficials, and we share a study of the potential role of Farmers' Markets in Canada's challenged food system. Happy growing!
- Amy Kouniakis, Editor
 
News 
 
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Generational growth: Cole Mucci launches KingsOne Farms

First crop of lettuce slated to enter production at 6.5-acre facility by Fall 2025


Agri-food entrepreneur mentorship program now accepting applications

Aimed at supporting entrepreneurs through trainings, mentorship and business development resources


Saskatchewan farmer Tod Lewis appointed to the Senate of Canada

Previous advocacy efforts to ensure province’s farming communities remain a priority at national level.


ICYMI: U.S. tariff response, worker housing among OFVGA's policy priorities ahead of election

As Ontario prepares to head to the polls on Feb. 27, the Ontario Fruit and Vegetable Growers’ Association (OFVGA) shared a list of their 2025 policy priorities.


 
 
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Optimize Labor Costs and Maximize Greenhouse Profits with Data-Driven Solutions

Ation is designed to optimize labor practices and enhance productivity. "Farmers using Ation have reported up to a 10% improvement in labor efficiency by combining data monitoring with incentive programs," says the CEO of ioCrops. Greenhouse growers across North America can now access Ation’s free demo program through ioCrops’ website.

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Greenhouse hospitality: Welcoming beneficials

Key steps to being a good host for biological control agents and getting the most out of these important allies » Read more...
 
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Farmers’ markets: vital but overlooked part of fixing Canada’s struggling food system

Study highlights the value of local food systems in the era of corporate concentration and 'greedflation' in Canada’s food system » Read more...
 
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ICYMI: Small footprint, big blooms

Meet Sietse Elsinga, the force behind Frisia Flora, a bustling operation that thrives with quality products grown on five acres » Read More...
 
 
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Cutting Propagation

Vegetatively propagated varieties are the hottest plants in the market today, with more introductions and research than with seed varieties. By far, the majority of these vegetative crops are propagated by cuttings.

Drs. John Dole and James Gibson have gathered the most up-to-date information about cutting propagation to help you root and grow the best crops possible.

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Events 
 
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Ontario Fruit and Vegetable Convention

February 19, 2025 | Niagara Falls, ON » Read More...

Ottawa Valley Farm Show

March 11, 2025 | Ottawa, ON » Read More...

Indoor Ag-Con

March 11, 2025 | Las Vegas, NV » Read More...