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Title:
To Develop Effective Management or Treatment Strategies To Mitigate Destruction Caused by Zymobacter palmae In Tunnel Grown Strawberry Plants and To Further Work On Climate Change Adaptability.
Agreement Number:
1039583
Agreement Value:
$70,600.00
Agreement Date:
Apr 1, 2026 - Jan 4, 2027
Description:
During the 2025 season, a previously undescribed issue appeared in the strawberry crop as a sticky, honey-like residue that rapidly spread and later caused fermented exudate on harvested fruit. Diagnostic tests identified the organism as Zymobacter palmae, raising concerns for future seasons. Though yield was unaffected, the residue created handling difficulties. Plants were moved indoors for winter study, and environmental data will be monitored to understand the bacterium. More research and added labor are needed to find a method for suppression or control for next seasons.
Organization:
National Research Council Canada
Expected Results:

The expected results and outcomes of NRC Industrial Research Assistance Program is focused on growing small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) through innovation and wealth creation for Canada.

Location:
Centreville, Nova Scotia, CA B0P 1J0
Reference Number:
172-2025-2026-Q4-1039583
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
101530525
Recipient Type:
For-profit organization
Recipient's Legal Name:
Dykeview Farms Limited
Federal Riding Name:
Kings--Hants
Federal Riding Number:
12007
Program:
Industrial Research Assistance Program
Program Purpose:

The purpose of Industrial Research Assistance Program Contributions to Firms is to provide support that assists small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to advance their innovation knowledge and ability to innovate, grow through innovation and stimulate wealth creation for Canada.

Coverage:
Industrial Research Assistance Program projects stimulate wealth creation for Canada through technological innovation and strengthen Canadian innovation ecosystem by creating new industrial capacity.
NAICS Code:
111993