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PREVIOUS ISSUE - February 2009
cover storyNew varieties to ‘smile’ aboutVarieties tested in Ontario in 2008 promise growing success
featuresSeafood waste – a valuable agricultural commodity?Processing waste provides nutrition and disease control. Use BMPs to protect the environment Growers can reduce an already-small environmental footprint in potatoes. Phosphorus management for irrigated potato production in Manitoba Extensive research shows impact on yield and quality Soybeans in the potato rotation This crop may help to pay the bills between potatoes Green manures for disease control Continued study targets verticillium wilt Safeguarding Canadian potatoes Use of microtubers helpful for preserving genetic stock. Controlling storage rot with a new technology A decades old chemistry has been re-engineered to treat infected potatoes. New directions in potato breeding Consumer demands drive breeding for low glycemic index, higher antioxidant content Unusual green manures target wilt and nematode Arugula and mustard are not just salad greens and condiments when it comes to potatoes New optics for sorting A United Kingdom optical grading system comes to Canada. Fine-tuning foliar applications Foliar applications of fertilizer can boost the crop, but only in certain circumstances 2009 Pick-up Farm Truck Review Despite auto sector troubles now, next two years bringing big changes. |
  INTRODUCTION: Suspension of disbelief and a wonderful opportunity |
