IN THIS ISSUE Spring 2013


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15 On The Cover


Devinder and Kris Maan of Abbotsford have expressed two of the most important things in their lives in the name of their business: family and farm See page 7.


Judie Steeves photo


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RESEARCH CUTS RIPPED


Blueberry research shifted to Nova Scotia, loss of breeding program feared, but federal ag minister insists funding isn’t actually being reduced.


TESTS PROVE POSITIVE


Three day-neutral strawberry cultivars undergo trials in Kwantlen study to determine how well they would perform in the off season.


COLLABORATION THE KEY


Berry resource centre at the University of the Fraser Valley has no staff but continues to provide valuable services to the industry.


BATTLING EVIL WEEVILS


Provincial entomologist suggests some strategies for getting the upper hand on these stubborn adversaries.


regulars UP FRONT


RESEARCH UPDATE PEST MANAGEMENT


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MINDING YOUR BUSINESS 20 PRUNINGS


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