Nematode Management and Nimitz Training Offered

Feb 26, 2015

Location: University of Delaware, Carvel Research and Education Center,
16483 County Seat Highway, Georgetown, DE 19947

Time: 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Date: April 20th, 2015

Registration: Please call Karen Adams at (302) 856-2585 ext. 540 to register

Vydate will be in short supply for at least 2015, and growers have few options for root knot nematode management in vegetables. This technical session will cover fumigant options for nematode management and training in the use of Nimitz, a new contact nematicide offered by Adama®. Speakers will include Dr. David Langston from Virginia Tech, and Pablo Navia Gine, Innovation Technical Leader at Adama®. Participation will be limited to the first 90 registrants. Food will be provided.

Nathan Kleczewski – Extension Plant Pathologist UD and

Kate Everts – Extension Vegetable Pathologist UD and UMD

Source: extension.udel.edu

Video: Why Port Infrastructure is Key to Growing Canada's Farms and Economy

Grain Farmers of Ontario (GFO) knows that strong, modern port infrastructure is vital to the success of Canada’s agriculture. When our ports grow, Ontario grain farmers and Canadian farms grow too—and when we grow, Canada grows.

In this video, we highlight the importance of investing in port infrastructure and how these investments are key to growing Ontario agriculture and supporting global trade. The footage showcases the strength of both Ontario’s farming landscapes and vital port operations, including some key visuals from HOPA Ports, which we are grateful to use in this project.

Ontario’s grain farmers rely on efficient, sustainable ports and seaway systems to move grain to markets around the world. Port investments are crucial to increasing market access, driving economic growth, and ensuring food security for all Canadians.

Why Port Infrastructure Matters:

Investing in Ports = Investing in Farms: Modernized ports support the export of Canadian grain, driving growth in agriculture.

Sustainable Growth: Learn how stronger ports reduce environmental impact while boosting economic stability.

Global Trade Opportunities: Improved port and seaway systems help farmers access new global markets for their grain.

Stronger Communities: Investment in ports means more stable jobs and economic growth for rural communities across Ontario and Canada.

We are proud to support the ongoing investment in port infrastructure and to shine a light on its vital role in feeding the world and securing a prosperous future for Canadian agriculture.

Special thanks to HOPA Ports for providing some of the stunning port footage featured in this video.