Join us for a field day at Harrow Organic Farm and Harrow Research and Development Centre, focused on the agronomy and weed management of organic dry beans (Phaseolus vulgaris L.). With the EU Green Deal requiring 25% of agricultural production to meet organic standards by 2030, this is a crucial time for the Canadian organic dry bean sector to expand.

This event will delve into current research focused on increasing yield and competitiveness of organic dry beans through optimizing early-season crop vigor and competitiveness by manipulating agronomic factors. Key topics include weed management, pest resistance traits, and sustainable pest management solutions for various dry bean market classes.

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights, explore cutting-edge research, and network with fellow farmers and experts in organic dry bean production. This work hopes to give information and resources to support established, new, or transitioning organic growers.

Agenda:

• Arrive to Harrow Organic Farm by 12:30 PM
• 12:30 PM – 1:00 PM: Lunch provided by the Ontario Bean Growers with a talk on Organic Dry Bean Marketing
• 1:00 PM – 1:30 PM: Rob Nurse – Organic Weed Control in Dry Beans
• 1:30 PM: Travel in individual vehicles to nearby Harrow Research and Development Centre
• 2:00 PM – 2:20 PM: Lauren Des Marteaux – Field Entomology
• 2:20 PM – 2:40 PM: Lori Phillips – Soil Microbiology and Organic Long-term Rotations
• 2:40 PM – 3:00 PM: Owen Wally – Pulse/Soybean Pathology
• 3:00 PM – 3:20 PM: Tour of the Canadian Clonal Genebank
• 3:20 PM – 4:00 PM: Jamie Larsen – Dry Bean Breeding

Accessibility information

At Harrow Organic Farm, the entrance to the trials and parking will be from the wind turbine access road. Look for signs directing visitors.