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Spotted Lanternfly Update – See It? Stop It. Don’t Spread It.

Hannah Fraser, Entomologist-Horticulture, OMAFA Spotted lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula, SLF) is an invasive planthopper that threatens Ontario’s agricultural sector. The pest was accidentally introduced to the United States (US) from its native range in China and has since spread to multiple … Continue reading

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Specialty Crop Summer Student Positions Available in Simcoe

APPLY BY: February 10, 2026 11:59 pm EST The Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness (OMAFA) – Agriculture Development Branch in Simcoe (Norfolk County), Ontario is seeking highly motivated, enthusiastic and energetic team players. These positions will provide an excellent … Continue reading

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New Pest Control Products List for Ontario Hops 2025

Below is an updated list of pest control products registered for use on Ontario hops in 2025. New products from the last version of the guide include: Pyganic EC 1.4 II (for aphids and leafhoppers), Exirel (for leafhopper, aphids, Japanese … Continue reading

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Climate Change in Southern Ontario – Potential Impacts for Specialty Crops

When most people think about climate change, an image of excessive heat and drought comes to mind. In Canada, we may also think about warmer winters and reduced snowfall (this winter excluded). There is also the impression that weather conditions … Continue reading

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Fertility Guidelines for Hops Grown in Ontario, 2025 (updated Spring 2025)

Replaces Fertility Guidelines for Hops Grown in Ontario, 2020 There are currently no Ontario fertility recommendations for hops.  The following tables for nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), potassium (K), and lime applications are guidelines only and are provided for reference based … Continue reading

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Seeking Brewer Input for Ontario Hop Extract & Value Chain Survey

Hello Ontario Craft Breweries, On-Farm Breweries, Master Brewers, and Home Brewers, We invite you to participate in a research survey to help strengthen the Ontario brewing and hop community. Dr. George van der Merwe and his team at the University of Guelph … Continue reading

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