Canada's greenhouse industry tackles definition of greenhouse production Friday, October 4, 2013 by SUSAN MANN The Canadian greenhouse industry is revamping the national definition of greenhouse production. The definition for greenhouse production in Canada was implemented in 2011 but George Gilvesy, general manager of the Ontario Greenhouse Vegetable Growers, says “it’s a live document and we’re looking at making some amendments to it. As time goes on, we’re finding some things that need changes.” Gilvesy says the Canadian Horticultural Council’s greenhouse committee is working on some wording changes “because of the applicability by different provinces of their own” regulations and how the definition fits in with those rules. The committee will be submitting a final definition to government agencies “so we can have a common definition across the country,” he says. A common definition ensures there is a harmonized interpretation across Canada and across government agencies, he explains. It also adds clarity in marketing to consumers. The September issue of the Canadian Horticultural Council’s monthly newsletter, Hort Shorts, says the committee is submitting the definition as an industry priority through the Canadian Food Inspection Agency’s modernization initiative. BF CFIA eases soybean cyst nematode prevention regulations Ontario farm organizations monitor U.S. government shutdown
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Navigating Financial Literacy for Women in Ag Monday, November 4, 2024 By Deanna Ciaccia In today’s evolving agricultural landscape, financial literacy is crucial for success, particularly for women who are increasingly taking leadership roles in the agriculture sector. According to a recent article from FNBO (First National Bank of Omaha),... Read this article online
Ontario Pork Congress Annual Meeting report Friday, November 1, 2024 The Ontario Pork Congress was held on October 22, 2024, at the Arden Park Hotel in Stratford, Ontario, with over 35 people attending. At the event, the association revealed the winner of its —Tara Terpstra, a Huron County pork producer who is currently Chair of Ontario Pork. The... Read this article online
Massey Ferguson introduces six new tractors Friday, November 1, 2024 Massey Ferguson has debuted its new of tractors, what the company calls a line-up of versatile and powerful machines designed to meet the needs of modern farmers. This series includes six new models, each tailored to different farming requirements and preferences. MF... Read this article online