"I have a friend with a farm in Chapeau, Quebec- just on the other side of Petawawa. I dont know if youd be willing to go that far, but Im sure she would welcome an interview."
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Nano-Technology: Manipulating Nature for Agricultural and other Profits
Lastnight I was on greenhousecanada.com, which led me to an article posted by the Toronto Star, about an new Genetically Modified apple, which will not brown when it is sliced. The apple was actually…Continue
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Started Dec 5, 2010
Vegetable Greenhouses NEED new, young growers--but where are all the jobs?
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Statistics Canada shows that most of the horticulture/greenhouse management is reaching retirement age, and that almost all of these management positions will turnover within the next 20 years,…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Jamie Boland Dec 7, 2011.
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Jamie Boland replied to Jamie Boland's discussion Vegetable Greenhouses NEED new, young growers--but where are all the jobs?"Dave,
Thanks for the advice! I have now been working as Assistant Grower @ Veris in Exeter for 7 months.
Cheers!
Jamie
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Organic Farming on Vancouver Island
"Where on the Island were you, my cousin has an organic farm south of Campbell River."
Jamie Boland commented on Joe Dales's group Young Farmers In Ontario"Hi Jonathan
I have a friend who recently bought some land in the Ottawa area and is in the beginning phase of her farm. She told me that the Ontario Grants Book has lots of options for funding to entice young farmers in that area. Im not…"
Jamie Boland left a comment for Rusty"Hey Rusty
Check out the Nano Technology power point I posted! I think youll find it interesting."
Jamie Boland posted a discussionNano-Technology: Manipulating Nature for Agricultural and other Profits
Lastnight I was on greenhousecanada.com, which led me to an article posted by the Toronto Star, about an new Genetically Modified apple, which will not brown when it is sliced. The apple was actually developed by a Canadian biotech company, and is awaiting approval from the U,S, Heres the link :http://www.thestar.com/living/article/898834--gm-apple-won-t-go-brown-when-it-s-sliced I am, and for…See More
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David Ritchie replied to Jamie Boland's discussion Vegetable Greenhouses NEED new, young growers--but where are all the jobs?"Jamie, I think the hard copy may have jobs posted that may not be online as I see them frequently. Something to keep in mind is that these companies who are looking usually are attempting to find a seasoned grower. Having a new grower coming into…"
Jamie Boland replied to Jamie Boland's discussion Vegetable Greenhouses NEED new, young growers--but where are all the jobs?"Hey Dave,
Thanks for your reply to my discussion. I will definitely be checking out these operations in Exeter and I will also check out the propogators you mentioned. I have been checking greenhousecanada.com for job opportunities and have got some…"
Jamie Boland left a comment for Rusty"YAY!!! You joined! Thats awesome...theres so much on this website! Its got some awesome forums and you can even make your own page, add photos, and meet other green thumbers!"
David Ritchie replied to Jamie Boland's discussion Vegetable Greenhouses NEED new, young growers--but where are all the jobs?"Jamie, You will have to actually go to many of the greenhouses directly and let them meet you. There are several good operations outside of the areas you are currently looking in. Exeter has a couple large operations, Petrolia has a good one, St…"
Jamie Boland posted a discussionVegetable Greenhouses NEED new, young growers--but where are all the jobs?
Statistics Canada shows that most of the horticulture/greenhouse management is reaching retirement age, and that almost all of these management positions will turnover within the next 20 years, making the demand for young greenhouse growers very high. This is great for me, because I am a young Greenhouse Technician, recently graduated from a 2 year program where I focused mainly on Greenhouse Vegetable Production.-Entemology- Integrated Pest Management-Water, Media, Fertilizer Management-…See More
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