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Most Manitoba greenhouses produce bedding plants, but they often face tough competition from big-box retailers, says Brian Hunt
Marketing — not production — should be the first consideration of anyone thinking of getting into the greenhouse business. “Rule No. 1 is identify your customer, and how you will access your customers,” said Brian Hunt, Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Initiatives’ greenhouse and alternative crops specialist. The number of greenhouses in Manitoba is increasing,There is renewed interest in spring wheat, but growers are worried about the state of winter wheat already in the ground
Seed growers across Manitoba say wheat sales are up this year, while oats and barley are moving more slowly. “Our area is showing a renewed interest in spring wheat with some new lines that performed well in 2012 and better pricing relative to other cereal options,” said Craig Riddell of Warren-based Riddell Seed Company. “In
