September 28, 2020
by CTRF
Comments Off on CTRF Program Updates – September 2020
Harvest on many farms has abruptly stopped due to the frost that occurred on September 19, 2020. This is considered one of the worst wide-spread frost events to hit the tobacco producing areas of Ontario since August 28, 1982. To … Continue reading
May 11, 2020
by CTRF
Comments Off on 2020 Crop Protection Guide Available
The 2020 version of OMAFRA’s Flue-Cured Tobacco Crop Protection Guide, Publication 843 is now available. Growers who have not received a copy, can contact the CTRF to request one by following this link. Publication 843 contains recommendations on registered pest control products … Continue reading
December 6, 2019
by CTRF
Comments Off on CTRF Open House – December 10, 2019
As a reminder, the CTRF is holding an “Open House” on Tuesday, December 10, 2019 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 12:00 noon. Please stop by and enjoy a cup of coffee while you look at cured leaf samples … Continue reading
November 22, 2019
by CTRF
Comments Off on CTRF Open House – 2019
CTRF is holding an “Open House” on Tuesday, December 10, 2019 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 12:00 noon. Please stop by and enjoy a cup of coffee while you look at cured leaf samples of registered and promising … Continue reading
October 8, 2019
by CTRF
Comments Off on 49th Tobacco Workers’ Conference – January 20-23, 2020
Registration for the 49th Tobacco Workers’ Conference has opened. The conference is from January 20, 2020 through January 23, 2020 in Louisville, KY at the Louisville Marriott Downtown. Early registration for the conference ($400.00 USD) will last until December 13, 2019 … Continue reading
August 13, 2019
by CTRF
Comments Off on Tobacco Harvest Underway
Harvest is now underway on most farms. There are no widespread problems reported to the CTRF at this time. Currently, aphid and hornworm pressure seem to be very limited in most fields. To date, there have been no reports this … Continue reading
May 14, 2019
by CTRF
Comments Off on Soil fumigation and planting season
Soil fumigation in preparation for the season is underway. It is important to remember that cooler temperatures and rainy conditions that have been occurring lately may impact the performance or efficacy of the soil fumigants. When applying fumigants, ensure that … Continue reading
May 8, 2019
by CTRF
Comments Off on Plant Protection Website Updated
Several publications have been updated in the plant protection area of the CTRF website, including the addition of a Bacterial Soft Rot publication that can be found under the Tobacco Pests and Disorders in the Greenhouse, in the Field, and … Continue reading
March 27, 2019
by CTRF
Comments Off on 2019 Crop Protection Guide Available
The 2019 version of OMAFRA’s Flue-Cured Tobacco Crop Protection Guide, Publication 843 is now available. Growers who have not yet received a copy, can contact the CTRF to request one by following this link. Publication 843 contains recommendations on registered pest control … Continue reading
March 27, 2019
by CTRF
Comments Off on 2019 Growing Season: Things To Be On The Lookout For This Greenhouse Season
The 2019 growing season is underway. At this time, most greenhouses have been seeded. As the seed germinates and seedlings grow, pests, fertility and contamination due to drifting of pesticides may arise and affect the crop. Algae, Black Root Rot, … Continue reading