Author Archives: Rita Weerdenburg

New video highlights functionality of Hybrid Treatment Systems

The Canadian Ornamental Horticulture Alliance is pleased to introduce their first informational video on the ...

Collaboration for the selection and commercialization of apples

Vineland is seeking one or more entities to bring further impact and efficiency to their ...

Biological Crop Protection research services launched

If you are looking to improve your biological and biochemical plant protection strategies, consider Vineland’s ...

Monitoring of spruce spider mite (Oligonychus ununguis) populations in field-grown ornamental cedars and characterization of entomofauna in this environment

One of the major pests affecting ornamental cedars is Oligonychus ununguis (spruce spider mite). It ...

Optimizing nutrient delivery in greenhouse-grown potted chrysanthemums

The ever-increasing cost of fertilizer inputs is just one reason why growers of agricultural and ...

New urban greening initiative focuses on innovation for Canada’s urban landscapes

An exciting new chapter in urban greening and healthy Canadian landscapes has begun and is ...

New greenhouse predatory mite coming soon

Vineland has discovered a new general predator to help control pests associated with increased crop ...

UPDATE: Optimizing turfgrass fertilization to reduce nitrate losses through leaching

An updated report on the COHA project “Optimizing turfgrass fertilization to reduce nitrate losses” by ...

KPU Research Report: Fungal biocontrol agents for control of snow mould disease in turf grass

Snow moulds cause serious problems in turf grass in regions where the winters are cold ...

Optimizing the use of nitrogen fertilizers in the production of woody ornamental plants in the field

Nitrogen is the most important nutrient for plant growth. Soil can only partially meet the ...