Vineland Research and Innovation Centre

Vineland has been awarded a Greenbelt Foundation grant to advance sustainable farming solutions in Ontario. This project will explore how greenhouse waste can be repurposed to improve soil health, water retention, and crop performance, supporting growers while reducing landfill waste. In collaboration with Grodan the work will deliver practical, scalable insights for the sector. Read more: https://lnkd.in/e2Myuj5W Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness | Agriculture, Alimentation et Agroentreprise Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada/ Agriculture et Agroalimentaire Canada #SustainableCdnAg #VinelandResearch #AgInnovation #SustainableFarming

Flowers Canada Series - Advancing our understanding of Thrips parvispinus Vineland Research and Innovation Centre, AAFC and OMAFA are pleased to contribute to a three-part webinar series hosted by Flowers Canada, bringing together researchers and industry experts to tackle one of the greenhouse sector’s emerging pest challenges. Thrips parvispinus, an invasive tropical thrips, continues to enter Canadian greenhouses on infested plant material—making early intervention and effective management strategies critical. Together, these sessions explore practical solutions grounded in research and real-world application. Check out the recording of the first session which took place on June 25: Dip, cool or steam? Cutting treatment options to start clean. Exploring treatment options for cuttings to prevent introduction and establishment (PASSCODE: J392&y9T) https://lnkd.in/eC3ynWX3 Upcoming sessions (no registration required): - July 16 Getting to know parvi to better manage this pest. Understanding biology, behaviour, and why current biocontrol approaches fall short - July 23 Are we there yet? The road to parvispinus IPM. – Evaluating biocontrol strategies and how to integrate management into broader IPM programs This series highlights the importance of collaboration across research and industry to develop sustainable, effective pest management solutions for greenhouse growers. We look forward to sharing insights and continuing the conversation with the sector. Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada/ Agriculture et Agroalimentaire Canada Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness | Agriculture, Alimentation et Agroentreprise Sarah Jandricic Cara McCreary Ashley J Summerfield Taro Saito Rose Buitenhuis Flowers Canada Growers #VinelandResearch #Floriculture #GreenhouseProduction #IPM #Horticulture #Collaboration #SustainableCdnAg  less

Rising costs. Unpredictable seasons. Rain damaged crops. Growers are facing increasing challenges, and we’re working to identify systems that can improve consistency and reduce risk. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eekvXZgC Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada/ Agriculture et Agroalimentaire Canada Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness | Agriculture, Alimentation et Agroentreprise #VLBerryProduction101 #SustainableCdnAg #VinelandResearch #AgInnovation #SustainableFarming #BerryGrowersofOntario

Stronger forests start with stronger connections ! Climate change is reshaping forest ecosystems across Ontario. Building resilience means ensuring our forests are both genetically diverse and well connected. Through our project, ‘Adapting to Change: Climate-Smart Strategies for Ecological Restoration and Habitat Connectivity in BTC Lands’ we’re proud to support the Bruce Trail Conservancy Together, we’ve identified practical opportunities to strengthen habitat connections across BTC-managed lands, turning science into action for more resilient landscapes. Learn more https://lnkd.in/e24AJkTX Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada/ Agriculture et Agroalimentaire Canada #SustainableCdnAg #VinelandResearch #HabitatConnectivity #ClimateAdaptation #ForestResilience #NiagaraEscarpment

Strengthening Connections for Climate-Resilient Forests What do you do when restoring ecosystems in a changing climate feels overwhelming? You start with what’s possible: • Collaborate with like-minded organizations • Build a step-by-step plan grounded in science Turning complex challenges into practical action – which is what we’ve been working on recently, with the Bruce Trail Conservancy. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/e24AJkTX Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada/ Agriculture et Agroalimentaire Canada #SustainableCdnAg #VinelandResearch #HabitatConnectivity #ClimateAdaptation #ForestResilience #NiagaraEscarpment

Scaling Up Butternut Production for Restoration - How much does the pot a seedling grows in really matter? - What about early scarification and stratification techniques? - Or the growing media that supports its development? At Vineland, these are exactly the kinds of questions we’re tackling, together with our collaborators at Trees For Life, a non-profit dedicated to planting native trees across Canada to support healthier environments and communities. One of the most exciting aspects of this work is our shared commitment to restoring the endangered butternut tree (Juglans cinerea), one of Ontario’s most at-risk native species. As we enter the final year of this research, we’re: - Doubling the number of trees in our trials - Refining production methods for healthier seedlings - Generating practical, scalable best practices Our goal is simple but important: to support the recovery of butternut populations across Ontario through science-driven solutions. We look forward to sharing our findings as the season progresses. Stay tuned! Learn more https://lnkd.in/es4mauK2 Canadian Trees for Life Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada/ Agriculture et Agroalimentaire Canada #SustainableCdnAg #VinelandResearch #Sustainability #Forestry #Biodiversity #ClimateAction #TreesForLife #NativeSpecies #Butternut

Our 'Vineland Spotlight' series celebrates the brains behind our applied research, innovation, and commercialization activities. Today we're shining the spotlight on Ashley Summerfield, Senior Research Technician in Biological Crop Protection. Learn more about Ashley, and her innovative role at Vineland: https://lnkd.in/e_Mz6RV2 https://lnkd.in/eYCBPAqW #BiologicalCropProtection #ResearchScience #VinelandResearch #CareersinScience #STEM #CareersinResearch #VinelandSpotlight

Looking to put your expertise to work and help shape the future of Canadian horticulture? 🌱 An exciting opportunity is now open to join our Board of Directors. If you’re passionate about innovation, sustainability, and advancing the sector, this could be your chance to make a meaningful impact. Learn more about Vineland vinelandresearch.com or email corporate.secretary@vinelandresearch.com to submit your interest. #BoardOpportunity #CanadianHorticulture #Leadership #VinelandResearch

Next up in the #VinelandSpotlight is Dan Bath, Vineland's Research Scientist, Horticultural Automation. Learn more about Dan, and his innovative work at Vineland: https://ow.ly/yiUP50YW64n https://ow.ly/ImoM50YW64o #AgTech #ResearchScientist #VinelandResearch #VRIC #CareersinScience #CareersinResearch

Vineland is helping move Canada’s food upcycling sector forward. Following sector consultations and a national networking meeting in June 2025, momentum is now turning into action. Vineland was the catalyst for the Upcycled Food Association (UFA) to establish a Canadian Food Upcycling hub to support sector growth and connection. Building on this momentum, Vineland will continue to contribute expertise, innovation, and industry insight, with Dr. Alexandra Grygorczyk serving as the Canadian representative on the hub’s board of directors. Interested in joining the network? Register here to learn more: https://lnkd.in/eD4n6S-q Read the full story: https://lnkd.in/eEUJrRpD Upcycled Food Association Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada/ Agriculture et Agroalimentaire Canada #FoodUpcycling #Sustainability #AgriFood #Innovation #Collaboration #VinelandResearch #SustainableCdnAg