StCDF1 gene boosts nitrogen use and tube growth
Recent research has highlighted the StCDF1 gene’s critical role in enhancing nitrogen use efficiency in potatoes, an important crop for global food security. Led by Salomé Prat from CRAG, in […]
The Bank of Canada reduced its key benchmark rate by 50 basis points to 3.75 per cent
October 24, 2024 The Bank of Canada has reduced its key benchmark rate by 50 basis points to 3.75%, marking its first major move in over four years. This cut […]
Flikweert Vision produces 200th QualityGrader
October 23, 2024 Flikweert Vision recently celebrated a major achievement by producing the 200th Quality Grader, just three years after launching the first one. Initially designed for the optical sorting […]
Researchers in the UK develop soil powered battery!
October 23, 2024 The idea of soil microbes generating electricity is such a fascinating and revolutionary development. The concept of “Bactery,” a soil-powered battery developed by the University of Bath, harnesses the power of electrigens—microbes capable of generating electrons while consuming organic compounds in the soil. This breakthrough has the potential to sustainably power in-field sensors, part of the “Smart Farming” revolution, providing real-time data on soil conditions to support more efficient agricultural practices. Plus, no need for replacing batteries or maintaining solar panels—just install and let nature do the rest. To read the full story click here: Researchers develop battery powered by soil | The Western Producer
New Brunswick grower honoured as the “Woman Entrepreneur of the year”
Louise Desilets, Agronomist and Co-owner at Les Fermes GAM Michaud Farms in Saint André, New Brunswick was honoured by the Network of Women (NOW) association in the province as the […]
Happy Thanksgiving from the United Potato Growers of Canada
Ralph & Nancy Hanscome inducted into the Potato World Hall of Recognition
September 18, 2024 Some exciting news from New Brunswick! Ralph and Nancy Hanscome, Of Atlantic Potato Distributors, have been inducted into the Potato World Hall of Recognition for 2024. Ralph […]
New Soil Health Training Program Aims to Boost Sustainable Farming in Western Canada
The article discusses the growing importance of soil health in agriculture, highlighting the complexity and vast amount of information available on the topic, such as terms like “aggregate stability” and […]
California’s New Biofuel Cap Sparks Concern in Canada’s Canola Sector
California’s proposed amendments to its Low Carbon Fuel Standard have alarmed Canada’s canola sector. The amendments include a 20% cap on the use of soybean and canola oil in biomass-based […]
Ontario Field Day a very successful event
From Eugenia Banks and the Ontario Potato Board: The 2024 Ontario Potato Field Day was a superb event. The attendance of 300+ guests exceeded expectations. It was the largest number […]
