Tag Archives: scouting

Register Now! 2022 Hazelnut IPM Workshop

Posted on May 13, 2022 by Melanie Filotas

Looking for a chance to refresh your knowledge of Hazelnut IPM? New to growing or scouting hazelnuts? Join OMAFRA specialists Melanie Filotas and Jenny Liu for a virtual Hazelnut IPM Workshop on Friday May 27 from 9:30 am to noon. … Continue reading →

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2021 Hazelnut IPM Workshop Resources Now Available

Posted on May 25, 2021 by Melanie Filotas

For the second year in a row, the Hazelnut IPM Grower Training presentations are being presented virtually. Traditionally, these sessions have been held over an afternoon in May at the Simcoe Research Station, however due to current COVID-related restrictions they … Continue reading →

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Ginseng Scout Training June 2, 2021

Posted on May 19, 2021 by Sean Westerveld

After a one year break, OMAFRA’s Ginseng Scout Training will be held virtually on Wednesday, June 2 from 9 to 11 am. This workshop will go over the symptoms and scouting methods for the major insects, diseases and disorders of … Continue reading →

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New Episode of the What’s Growing ON Podcast

Posted on April 12, 2021 by Sean Westerveld

In the latest episode of the What’s Growing ON podcast, OMAFRA Horticulture IPM Specialists, Wendy McFadden-Smith (tender fruit and grape) and Melanie Filotas (specialty crops) talk about the importance of regular pest scouting, from how often and how much to … Continue reading →

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