Organic Science Cluster A Cluster of Environmental Benefits Research is needed to drive growth in the organic sector! Help us to leverage research funding programs to support the growth of the organic industry and the sustainability goals
The Next Policy Framework (NPF) is an opportunity for Canadians to weigh in on Government policy concerning our national agriculture and agri-food sector.
Fruit d’Or supports research to value the use of organic cranberry residues for chicken welfare. Also announcing Organic Week and a call for a Canadian Organic Program.
Highlights from this report reveal that in California, government programs pay three-quarters of the cost of organic certification, allowing organic produce prices to remain competitive with their conventional counterparts.
By Joanne Thiessen Martens Ph.D. Candidate, Department of Soil Science, University of Manitoba Organic farming has a phosphorus problem. Exporting nutrients off the farm without replacing them depletes soil phosphorus (P) and eventually reduces crop yields. This
By Janet Wallace Picture a flock of sheep on lush pasture. Now flip the image, as though you’re looking at a reflection in a still lake. Consider that there is likely an equal weight of life forms
Cover crops in organic vineyards provide essential services such as water infiltration, carbon sequestration, soil nutrient supply, weed and pest suppression, and marketing opportunities.
COS 2020 Roosting requirements. The requirements for roosting vary depending on the age of the birds and whether they are housed in a single or multi-tier rearing housing system.
Organic Science Canada magazine is packed with the latest advancements in organic research and innovation from the national Organic Science Cluster (OSC) program. The magazine brings you trends, news and results from across Canada. The scientists who
Organic Science Cluster 3 Industry Partner Ostara is closing the loop on Phosphorous in organic production systems.
We have all heard how food systems contribute a large share of global greenhouse gas emissions. In the fight against climate change, how do organic production systems compare?
How is organic agriculture positioned in the sustainability vision of AAFC?
There is an opportunity to bring organics back in the discussion.
