Category: Events / Workshops

Join our LAST Thrips Identification Workshop on March 4th in SIMCOE!

As control measures differ depending on the thrips species you’re dealing with, the very FIRST step in learning how to manage thrips effectively is proper species identification.

If you’re interested in having someone in your greenhouse operation learn how to do this (so you don’t have to rely on technical reps or government specialists), then keep reading!

This will be our LAST in-person workshop, so make sure to take advantage of this free learning opportunity!

Read on for more details and how to register.

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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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Going to CGC? Check out the “Tools of the Trade” Workshop Wed&Thurs!

What is it?

This year at the Canada Greenhouse Conference, we are featuring 8 stations where suppliers and researchers can give small, hands-on demonstrations to growers. The aim is to teach growers a new skill that can help them with their IPM or production needs.

Read on for more details on the demo topics and where to find us!

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Don’t miss these upcoming Agri-food cybersecurity events!

Rogers cybersecure catalyst at the Toronto Metropolitan University is hosting 2 free virtual events to bring you and your business up to speed on the very important issue of cybersecurity.

Don’t miss these 2 events: a panel discussion on September 29th from 10-11 am. And a cybersecurity bootcamp every Thursday from October 2nd – November 5th from 10-12pm.

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Expired/Unwanted Pesticides on Your Farm? Mark Your Calendar for the 2025 Collection Event.

Cleanfarms

Clean Farms is an organization that has been working with communities for the past 15 to create practical recycling programs for farmers. One of these programs includes FREE collection and disposal of unwanted pesticides, which only happens every 3 years!

The collection date for the Niagara area is Monday, September 22, 2025. Make sure to read on for more details, or for other collection sites/dates near you!

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2025 Canadian Greenhouse Conference Registration Now Open

Join us at the 2025 Canadian Greenhouse Conference (CGC) in Niagara Falls, Ontario, on October 8 and 9. Check out the excellent lineup of speakers, trade show exhibitors, greenhouse bus tour, and much more! Registration is now open. See you in October.

GrowON Webinar: Cybersecurity for Greenhouses, August 13th @ noon

Do you work in a greenhouse that uses a climate control system, sensors, automation or robotics? If your answer is yes, this webinar is for you. No matter the size of your operation, if you are using digital tools, you are a potential target for a cyber attack. This informative webinar breaks down what threats to watch for, how to protect your systems, and why it matters more than ever. Join us from 12 – 1pm on August 13th to learn more.

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Guardian Network Training: Suicide Prevention Training for Field Staff supporting the Ag Community

Don’t miss the upcoming exclusive Guardian Network virtual training session on July 30th.

Designed specifically for Field Staff across Ontario who support the agricultural community. This includes agronomists, field service reps, soil & crop advisors, livestock & dairy specialists, equipment reps and others in similar roles.

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Updates to the Expanded Energy Management Program from Save On Energy

The Expanded Energy Management program now provides support to commercial and institutional facilities in Ontario (including Greenhouses) to improve their energy performance with energy savings opportunities in two areas:

  1. Funding for hiring an Energy Manager
  2. Strategic Energy Management: Identify and implement long-term energy-saving opportunities.

Continue reading to learn more and register here for the information webinar Wednesday June 4th, 1-2pm

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