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Orange juice prices near all-time high as storm hits Florida
Crop was already expected to be small
Mid-summer conditions raise alerts about late blight in potatoes
Growers are advised to scout and be proactive with fungicides
Late July brings a variety of conditions to potato fields across the province, and one common theme unites them all: late blight. The fungal disease has become serious in the […] Read more
New genetic horizons for food-grade soybeans
Future varieties will resist diseases like SCN and white mould
Soybean cyst nematode and white mould are two problematic diseases in many parts of Ontario, where most counties have confirmed infections. In eastern parts of the province and western Quebec, […] Read more
Search is on for a response to tar spot
University of Illinois researchers study exotic sources of resistance
Crop diseases often carry a disturbing mix of known and unknown factors. Take tar spot in corn, as an example. It’s known to have arrived in Ontario in 2018 and […] Read more
The latest treatment for white mould in soybeans
Ready for 2023, a new fungicide promotes plant health and protects yield
A crop protection company is launching a new treatment for white mould and sclerotinia. Corteva Agriscience last month announced the launch of Viatude, a new fungicide that targets white mould […] Read more
‘Keep it Clean’ program aims for more than just good advice
Program seen as 'one stop shop' for ensuring marketability of grains
As farmers plan for the upcoming season, they need to do their part to make certain their grain will be ready for market, come harvest time. “Market access issues in […] Read more
Identifying microbial compounds can help predict crop risks
U.S. company uses genomic sequencing to identify a wide variety of pathogens and pests that can pose a threat to corn and soy crops
Glacier FarmMedia – An American company uses genome sequencing of soil tests to monitor pest, disease and fertility risks for corn and soy crops. Pattern Ag uses soil metagenomics, a […] Read more
Hunt for disease pathogens goes even smaller-scale
AAFC scientists are developing biological assays that can be used to detect crop and livestock diseases
Researchers at the Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) research centre in Saskatoon are developing molecular diagnostic assays to detect significant pathogens associated with crops and livestock production. Biological assays are […] Read more
Fusarium could be a risk for Ontario growers
Heavy rain and moderate temperatures are contributing factors
Humid and wet weather this spring has created ideal conditions for fusarium head blight development in wheat. The risk of fusarium is heavily dependent on the weather and stage of […] Read more
Bringing rapid genetic testing to the farm
Competition win helped Harvest Genomics bring its technology to the agriculture industry
The last two years have been a whirlwind for Harvest Genomics CEO and co-founder Chris Grainger. After his Guelph-based start-up won the University of Guelph Gryphon’s LAAIR pitch competition in […] Read more