This study tour enabled a firsthand observation of the Canadian growing methods and glasshouse systems that have been developed over more than 20 years. The Australian protected cropping industry is similar to the Canadian model in growing techniques and technology, therefore their approach to environmental management and plant physiology was assessed, with particular emphasis on their growing techniques and their adoption of new & emerging technologies.

This project has been funded by Hort Innovation, using the research and development levies listed below and contributions from the Australian Government. Hort Innovation is the grower-owned, not-for-profit research and development corporation for Australian horticulture.

• Vegetable Fund