Issues impacting our sector
Learn about the issues impacting Canada's fruit and vegetable sector and the changes we are advocating for.
Projects and programs
Find out what research projects we are currently managing and what funding opportunities are available.
Heartbeat Documentary Available
Get caught up on the Celebration of International Farm Workers documentary series
International farm workers
Learn about the important people who come to Canada to work every year. Without them, there would be no Canadian fruit and vegetable production.
Latest news
The Canadian Horticultural Council (CHC) and Canadian Produce Marketing Association (CPMA) recognize the commitment made on Sunday by NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh to implement protection for growers selling to the U.S. and taking immediate steps to restore Canada’s preferential access under the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act (PACA). “It is a very positive sign to see…
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We have just published the latest video in our Heartbeat international farm workers awareness campaign: “The Unshakable Bond.” The bond between farmers and international farm workers relies on a sense of mutual trust and respect. Together, they take the time to get to know one another on a level that goes beyond the farm field – they…
Read MoreWithout international farm workers, there would be no Canadian fruit and vegetable production.
Resources
Fresh Thinking magazine
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"BC Blueberry growers are extremely thankful for the hard work and support of CHC and everyone that was involved in this push for the BC Blueberry industry.
The government was very receptive to moving the start and end dates for the emergency registration and we were able to cover the majority of our season."
Jason Smith, Chair, BC Blueberry Council
