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 “Woman Entrepreneur of the Year” for 2024. A gala was held on October 11th to celebrate with potato growers and shippers in attendance.
Congratulations Louise on this well deserved honour!
Farm Credit Canada economist Graeme Crosbie warns that borrowing costs are likely to rise, both for fixed and variable loans. The Bank of Canada’s overnight rate has held steady at […]
Potato growers across the UK and Europe are bracing for a major production shortfall, with harvests projected to fall 3.5 million tons below expectations. The primary drivers are dry weather, […]
PepsiCo India has opened a USD 81.5 million potato chips manufacturing plant in Banekuchi, Assam — a major milestone for the state’s industrial development. The facility will benefit around 5,000 […]
Safe food starts with understanding which foodborne hazards cause the greatest harm. By measuring the public health burden and its causes, countries and partners can prioritize evidence-based actions, target interventions […]
Farm Credit Canada will invest in alternative lender Farm Lending Canada to expand its offerings to farm succession and transition lending and supports. “The changing global landscape has put a great deal of stress on […]
The potato represents one of the most important contributions of the Andean region to the entire world, as it is one of the five main food crops consumed in the […]
Global Expertise, Local Support
Wyma Solutions, the global leader in post-harvest handling equipment, has strengthened its strategic partnership with Volm Companies across North America.
After more than ten successful years representing Wyma in the fresh produce market, this expanded relationship delivers turnkey post-harvest systems that leverage global experience while addressing specific regional requirements. With both companies adding significant sales, engineering, and service resources, we’re committed to elevating the standard for post-harvest excellence across North America.
