One-bite cuke from Mastronardi and Parvispinus update
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Editor's Note 
 
We're off to the CGC this week and will have plenty of updates in the days to come. In the meantime, read up on parvispinus, a new snacking cucumber and the launch of our 2026 cover photo contest! Happy reading and growing!
- Amy Kouniakis, Editor
 
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Mastronardi to unveil new bite-sized cucumber

Attendees at Global Produce and Floral Show later this month to get first taste of sweeter, crunchier snacking cuke


Greenhouse Canada's cover photo contest launches for 2026

To kick things off, we're looking back at some of the entries that came close to winning the cover in previous years


New guide targets fresh produce packaging challenges in North America

CPMA and industry partners launch roadmap to cut through fragmented regulations and drive innovation toward functional, economical, sustainable packaging


Canadian ag sector urged to get proactive on risk management

Report finds producers 'overly reliant' on government programs that focus on recovery and not prevention


 
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Silver Stream Farm in Wyoming is proving that farming in one of America’s harshest climates is possible. Battling −40°F winters, scorching summers, and limited local produce, the farm grows year-round inside a 25,000 sq ft greenhouse.

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Thrips Parvispinus control: Are we there yet?

Dr. Sarah Jandricic, the greenhouse floriculture pest specialist with OMAFA offers insights on navigating the road to chemical-free management of this pest » Read more...
 
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ICYMI: September's 'Inside View'

Gary Jones asks an age-old question as he reflects on the search for early disease detection solutions for greenhouse peppers » Read more...
 
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A fresh perspective: Meet OMAFA's new greenhouse floriculture specialist

A Q & A with Kathryn Russell on her exciting new role, her approach to helping growers and what opportunities she sees in the industry » Read More...
 
 
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Register now for 2025 CGC

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