Biostimulants Part 1: What Are They and What Can They Do?

Ontario greenhouse growers are increasingly experimenting with biostimulants to potentially boost plant quality. Used correctly, these products could help cut fertilizer costs, improve stress tolerance, and enhance overall crop quality.

However, using these products without the knowledge of different categories of biostimulants, and sufficient in house trialing, can waste your time and money.

In this first post of this two-part series, we will discuss what biostimulants are, the different categories they fall into, and first steps for choosing a product to trial. In the second post (coming soon!), we’ll discuss important tips for choosing a biostimulant, as well as potential drawbacks and, most importantly, how to trial this on your own farm for YOUR crop.

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DLI Data – January, 2026

Welcome to the Vineland DLI report for January, 2026!

In January, 2026, Vineland received 50% more light than in December, 2025.

Read on for the detailed data report and more information about our DLI data collection project.

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Funding ALERT: Market Diversification and Trade Resiliency Initiative

Intake for the Market Diversification and Trade Resiliency Initiative is from February 17 – March 17, 2026

To learn more about the initiative, continue reading or attend one of the upcoming information webinars linked below.

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REMINDER: GrowON Webinar TOMORROW – Thriving in Containers: Key Factors Affecting Plant Health in Ornamentals

In this hour long session, Ryan Munroe of NVK Nurseries will share practical tips for monitoring plant health and explain how media properties can influence irrigation, pH, and rooting.

Continue reading to register with the link below and join us from 1:00 – 2:15pm on January 21st for this virtual session.

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GrowON Webinar Jan. 21st @ 1pm – Thriving in Containers: Key Factors Affecting Plant Health in Ornamentals

With the holidays behind us, it’s time to shift gears and focus on spring – the busiest season for most ornamental growers. Success starts with healthy plants and growing media that works for you. Join us for an upcoming webinar where Ryan Munroe of NVK Nurseries will share practical tips for monitoring plant health and explain how media properties can influence irrigation, pH, and rooting. Whether you’re fine-tuning your production practices or planning for spring crops, this session offers insights you won’t want to miss!

Register with the link below and join us from 1:00 – 2:15pm on January 21st for this virtual session.

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DLI Data – December, 2025

Welcome to the Vineland DLI report for December, 2025!

In December, Vineland received 33% less light than in November, 2025.

Read on for the detailed data report and more information about our DLI data collection project.

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New XLerate Energy Program from IESO

The Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) is pleased to announce the official launch of XLerate.

This redesigned program replaces the previous Industrial Energy Efficiency Program (IEEP) and is part of the IESO’s ongoing commitment to support Ontario’s industrial (greenhouse and all agriculture are considered industrial), municipal, institutional, and healthcare sectors in achieving large-scale, impactful energy efficiency improvements.

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DLI Data – October, 2025

We’ve recently mounted at daily light integral (DLI) meter at the Vineland Research and Innovation Center! As a result, the OnFloriculture blog will be making regular monthly posts detailing monthly DLI data for Vineland, Ontario.

This meter acts as a reliable record of light levels for Vineland and surrounding areas, giving growers and researchers easy access to data that may help explain crop outcomes. The information is neatly organized, allowing for quick month-to-month comparisons and a clearer understanding of light conditions throughout the growing seasons.

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DLI Data – August & September, 2025

We’ve recently mounted at daily light integral (DLI) meter at the Vineland Research and Innovation Center! As a result, the OnFloriculture blog will be making regular monthly posts detailing monthly DLI data for Vineland, Ontario.

This meter acts as a reliable record of light levels for Vineland and surrounding areas, giving growers and researchers easy access to data that may help explain crop outcomes. The information is neatly organized, allowing for quick month-to-month comparisons and a clearer understanding of light conditions throughout the growing seasons.

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