Soil
Mar 14, 2024
Government of Canada becomes a founding member of the efficient fertilizer consortium
Canada has joined the Efficient Fertilizer Consortium, a public-private partnership driven by the
Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research.
Mar 14, 2024
Filthy rich: the dirt on growing media
Growers across Canada are leveraging biology to grow strong, healthy plants without compromising sustainability. Creative technologies in growing media — from heroic worms to magic mushrooms, to marine creatures — are making soil filthy rich.
Nov 28, 2023
Soil that sustains
How the industry can embrace healthy practices
to protect the earth and boost profitability.
Nov 22, 2022
MECP hosts excess soil webinars
MECP will be hosting two webinars to provide information on the key requirements coming into effect on Jan. 1, 2023.
Aug 4, 2021
Healthy soils produce thriving plants
Researchers at NVK Nurseries examine the impact of composting
May 4, 2021
Soil health and sustainability
NVK Nurseries researchers examine the impacts of cover crops.
Jan 14, 2019
Urban soils: Naturally unnatural
Changes to an urban soil’s profile can limit successful planting establishment, but understanding these changes can help address site challenges.
Mar 1, 2018
Online tool promotes tree success
Poor soil content, improper management practices and incorrect tree species selection are chronic problems.