Groundbreaking research in weed management shows potential for increased
yields
LONDON, ON, Feb. 26 /CNW/ - Over 700 of Canada's top corn growers and
retailers have been invited to the first-ever Operation: Switch-point, a
one-day conference unveiling innovative new research exclusively revealed by
industry leaders in the areas of corn production, agronomics, marketing trends
and the booming ethanol market. Hosted by Syngenta Crop Protection Canada
Inc., this debut event brings together the best and the brightest in the
industry to help growers plan for a better 2007 growing season and ultimately
boost their productivity and profits.Who: Clarence Swanton, Professor, Department of Plant Agriculture,
University of Guelph
John DePutter, President, DePutter Publishing Ltd. and Founder
of Ag-Alert
Mike Cowbrough, Weed Specialist, Ontario Ministry of Agriculture
and Food
Dr. Gord Surgeoner, President, Ontario Agri-Food Technologies
Tommy Jackson, Head of Eastern Business Unit, Syngenta
When: Wednesday, February 28th, 2007
Guest Arrival: 10:00am
Media Q&A: 3:00pm
Where: London Convention Centre, Central Ballroom
300 York Street, London Ontario
What:
10:30 - 12:00pm
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- Internationally renowned weed control expert, Clarence Swanton
reveals his latest research findings from recent field trials on
shade avoidance and its impact on corn yield
- Weed specialist Mike Cowbrough presents research demonstrating
that weed management is an investment which significantly
increases profits for growers
12:00 - 1:30pm: Lunch and entertainment provided
1:30 - 3:00pm:
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- John DePutter, well-known expert on agri-marketing, trends and
analysis, provides an update on the expected impact of ethanol on
the Ontario markets and the upcoming planting season
- Dr. Gord Surgeoner will discuss the new grain marketing
opportunities offered by the rapidly emerging ethanol production
sector
3:00 - 3:30pm:
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- Q&A with all speakers
- Closing Remarks
Photo/Interview Opportunities Available with Industry Experts and
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Corn Growers
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For further information: Media please RSVP to: Daniella Macri, Phone:
(416) 815-9100 x 235, Cell: (416) 779-3557, Email:
daniella@courtneyraineygroup.com; Nadia Beale, Phone: (416) 815-9100 x 263,
Cell: (416) 803-1021, Email: nadia@courtneyraineygroup.com
