Quesnel Cariboo Observer

Ways to extend growing season in B.C.’s north explored by College of New Caledonia in Quesnel

CNC’s Applied Research and Innovation had partnered with the Scientific Advisory Committee of the Cariboo Agricultural Research Alliance and Mackin Creek Farm after receiving funding from the Canadian Agricultural Partnership to research a number of solutions potentially extending northern growing seasons. (Photo submitted)

Low-cost supplemental LED lighting appears to benefit plant growth

by Rebecca Dyok, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
updated 1h ago

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