Tag Archives: Production

Where in Ontario can you grow sweet potatoes? Commercial production of a tropical crop in the great white north

Posted on April 16, 2020 by Melanie Filotas

The sweet potato is a tropical plant native to Central and South America, with most commercial production occurring in warm regions with very long frost free periods.  Given this, many people are surprised to learn that sweet potatoes are commercially … Continue reading →

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Hop Online Course Now Available

Posted on February 21, 2020 by Melanie Filotas

Are you interested in growing hops but not sure where to start? Or are you an experienced hop grower looking for a refresher, or train new employees?  If so, you may be interested in the new online, on-demand course, Hop … Continue reading →

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Haskap Pruning in Ontario

Posted on April 17, 2019 by Evan Elford

Evan Elford, OMAFRA New Crop Development Specialist Pruning is an important part of bushberry management. Like many other bushberry crops, it is important to prune mature haskap plants to increase yields and fruit quality while improving plant vigour and harvesting … Continue reading →

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2019 OMAFRA Hop Update

Posted on March 22, 2019 by Evan Elford

The OMAFRA Hop Update is compiled for the Ontario Hop Growers Association AGM held annually in March.  The Update includes information on markets, acreage, production, industry trends, pest management updates, research updates, etc. The update is typically provided in two … Continue reading →

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