This symposium will provide a forum to discuss the current sciences and technologies related to cannabis and other high-value plant productions, including both controlled environment (e.g. indoor, greenhouses) and outdoor productions.  Abstracts based on scientifically rigorous work providing new information are welcomed from both academics and the industry. Due to the recent rapid development of the cannabis industry in Canada, presentations are encouraged especially those related to cannabis genetics, propagation, production (both indoor and outdoor), postharvest and processing. Of course, other high-value plants, such as vegetable (e.g., microgreen, baby green), medicinal, and nutraceutical plants are also included.

For more details, please contact the symposium chair, Dr. Youbin Zheng

     Fruit Symposium (production, pre- and postharvest)

The fruit industry plays a vital role in the Canadian economy with a long tradition of social and economic benefits. New and ongoing challenges in fruit production and distribution require innovative and comprehensive research approaches to improve plant performance and fruit quality attributes, and to minimize environmental impact throughout the entire value chain. The CSHS 2022 Fruit Symposium will provide a forum for researchers and stakeholders to share and exchange ideas, gain new knowledge and discuss the most up-to-date science and technology supporting sustainable high quality fruit production. The full day symposium will have sessions focused on blueberries, apples, strawberries, grapes and other fruits. In addition to invited speakers, oral presentations and posters will be selected to present at the symposium. The goal of this symposium is to showcase emerging areas of science, innovation and collaboration that will enhance the sustainability of the Canadian fruit industry. We welcome interested participants to submit abstracts in all areas of fruit research including genetics, genomics, production, physiology, disease and pest control, postharvest, quality attributes and human nutrition.

For more details, please contact the symposium chair, Dr. Simone Castellarin 

     Innovations in Vegetable Production Symposium (production, pre- and postharvest)

The CSHS invites researchers (including students) engaged in vegetable research, producers, teaching, extension, public services, private sector and stakeholders to its 2022 Vegetable Symposium. The goal of the symposium on Innovations in Vegetable Production is to present and discuss current innovative research and address the industry needs. This would include: (1) newly discovered or applied technologies in the vegetable sector that provide opportunities to advance knowledge in pest and disease resistance, precision horticulture, nutrient management, increased choice of cultivars, and vegetable quality; and (2) new methods in vegetable production that support higher productivity, enhanced product quality, and marketable yield. Innovative practices can also help achieve climate resilient production systems by reducing water, nutrient resource requirements,  and invasive pests and disease. The CSHS is now accepting abstracts for the Vegetable Symposium.

For more details, please contact the symposium chair, Dr. Lord Abbey

     Potato Symposium (production, pre- and postharvest)

Potatoes are the fourth most widely grown and economically important crop worldwide, and the largest vegetable crop grown in Canada. With climate change, new and ongoing challenges associated with potato production, post-harvest conservation and marketing require innovative research approaches to increase yield in adverse environment, while improving the quality attributes and marketability. The CSHS 2022 potato Symposium will provide a forum for students, researchers, and stakeholders to share and exchange ideas, gain new knowledge and discuss the most up-to-date science and technologies that support sustainable potato production. The symposium will have sessions focused on breeding, agronomy, climate adaptation traits, and post-harvest technologies. In addition to invited speakers, selected oral presentations and posters will be presented at the symposium. The goal of the symposium is to showcase ongoing and emerging innovations and collaborations that will continue to empower the Canadian potato industry. We welcome abstracts in all areas of potato research including genetics and genomics, agronomy, physiology, pathology, postharvest, and quality attributes for human nutrition.

For more details, please contact the symposium chair, Dr. Bourlaye Fofana or

co-chair Dr. Benoit Bizimungu

     Haskap Berry Workshop

Haskap berry (Lonicera caerulea L), also known as blue honeysuckle or honey berry, is gaining a global interest as a superfruit. Haskap berry production is rapidly expanding in Canada due to its resilience to biotic and abiotic stress as well as for its unique health-promoting properties attributed to its bioactive composition. The CSHS 2022 Haskap Berry Workshop will provide a forum for researchers and stakeholders to present and discuss the current science and technology on the sustainable haskap berry production and value-added product innovation. We invite you to submit your abstract for oral poster presentations at the workshop within a full spectrum of breeding and selection of new haskap genotypes, innovative sustainable production systems, pre- and postharvest biology and technology, fruit quality, nutritional and nutraceutical composition, value-added food processing and health benefits.

For more details, please contact the workshop chair, Dr. H.P. Vasantha Rupasinghe