TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA -- March 7, 2023 -- <\/b>A&L Biological Inc. a subsidiary of A&L Canada Laboratories East of London, Ontario, and Vive Crop Protection Inc. of Mississauga (Toronto), Ontario have announced a new partnership to bring biological solutions to North American crop markets.<\/p><\/div><\/div>","url":null,"subtitle":null,"item_index":1},{"id":493,"pr_id":77,"content":"
This collaboration is designed to harness the marketing and technical strengths of each partner to expand the application of existing products and advance the development of future products. The partnership also will expand and accelerate Vive Crop Protection\u2019s biological portfolio and facilitate A&L Biologicals\u2019 objective of securing market penetration of its microbial library.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\r\n
A&L brings its proprietary microbial library to the partnership, along with continued research and development capacity, while Vive Crop Protection brings its Allosperse\u00ae Delivery Technology and an established sales and marketing team to ensure higher velocity of bringing biological products to market.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\r\n
\u201cThe collaboration with A&L Biological is an exciting milestone as Vive expands its biological portfolio. We continuously strive to deliver more value to growers,\u201d says Darren Anderson, CEO for Vive Crop Protection. \u201cBiological crop protection products provide a new and important option in the agricultural toolbox, particularly when combined with traditional synthetic chemistry\u201d says Anderson. \u201cTogether, Vive and A&L are committed to research and development efforts that accelerate discoveries in breakthrough biologicals for adoption across more acres.\u201d<\/p><\/div><\/div>\r\n
\u201cThis partnership provides the structure needed to fully develop new biological products and technology. The strengths of each company create a formidable team with a platform for success,\u201d says Greg Patterson, CEO for A&L Canada Laboratories.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\r\n
Successfully achieving this key milestone, the two companies are now entering into the next phase of their partnership and will explore multiple biological actives for development into plant health and or bio control products.<\/p><\/div><\/div>","url":null,"subtitle":null,"item_index":2},{"id":494,"pr_id":77,"content":"
At Vive, we create Precision Chemistry\u2122 that simplifies crop production and delivers real results to growers. Powered by Vive's patented Allosperse\u00ae Delivery technology, we optimize conventional and biological crop inputs for improved product performance from the jug to the field. Learn more at www.vivecrop.com<\/a>.<\/p><\/div>\r\n
A&L is one of the largest soil and tissue laboratories in Canada. Founded by Greg Patterson, and based in London, Ontario, A&L operates a 40,000 square foot laboratory with significant growth capacity and 106 employees, including a large R&D group that has produced patented, crop specific yield and disease solutions. A&L processes over 320,000 soil samples per year. Deveron and A&L have cooperated in Canadian soil testing and analysis since 2019 and jointly own and operate Wood's End Laboratory in the United States. Learn more at www.alcanada.com<\/a>.<\/p><\/div> \r\n
Deveron is an agriculture technology company that uses data and insights to help farmers and large agriculture enterprises increase yields, reduce costs, and improve farm outcomes. The company employs a digital process that leverages data collected on farms across North America to drive unbiased interpretation of production decisions, ultimately recommending how to optimize input use. Our team of agronomists and data scientists build products that recommend ways to manage fertilizer, seed, fungicide, and other farm inputs better. Additionally, we have a national network of data technicians that are deployed to collect various types of farm data, from soil to drone, that build a basis of our best-in-class data layers. Our focus is the US and Canada where one (1) billion acres are actively farmed annually. For more information and to join our community, please visit www.deveron.com<\/a>.<\/p><\/div> ","url":null,"subtitle":null,"item_index":3}]},{"id":76,"title":"A&L Biological Inc. receives registration for Bio control of Cucumber Green Mottle Mosaic Virus","releaseDate":"2022-12-21","isHome":1,"paragraphs":[{"id":487,"pr_id":76,"content":"
LONDON, ONTARIO, CANADA -- December 21, 2022 -- <\/b>Cuc-GUARDTM<\/sup>, an attenuated virus technology for the prevention of Cucumber Green Mottle Mosaic Virus (CGMMV), is now registered for use in Canada. A&L Biological Inc., a subsidiary of A&L Canada, is pleased to announce they have been granted registration from the Pesticide Management Regulatory Agency (PMRA) for Cuc-GUARD, for use in the production of greenhouse cucumber against green mottle mosaic virus.<\/p><\/div><\/div>","url":null,"subtitle":null,"item_index":1},{"id":488,"pr_id":76,"content":"
This virus is very difficult to manage and can have a devastating impact to cucurbit crops. Cuc-GUARD acts as a \u201cvaccine\u201d for target crops to prevent the infection and spread of the pathogen. Efficacy data indicates that when applied preventatively, Cuc-GUARD provides protection from the pathogen and improves both crop quality and yield. Cuc-GUARDTM<\/sup> is the first of several plant vaccine solutions to be developed from the unique discovery platform at A&L Biological.<\/p>
\u201cWe are thrilled to announce that following years of research and development, Cuc-GUARD is now available to Canadian greenhouse growers,\u201d said Rob Field, VP Business Development and Marketing for A&L Canada.<\/p><\/div><\/div>","url":null,"subtitle":null,"item_index":2},{"id":489,"pr_id":76,"content":"
A&L Biological Inc. is a Research and Discovery company focused on bringing practical bio-based solutions to the agricultural industry. Our efforts focus on improving crop productivity through better understanding of soil microbiome relationships, soil health and development of biological based crop solutions. Our unique approach, services and solutions are the result of over three decades of commercial and research experience working with soils and crops in both North American and international markets. Our team of scientists develop their ideas in our labs, on farms, and in the marketplace.<\/p>
Visit the A&L Biological website at www.albiological.com<\/a><\/p><\/div>","url":null,"subtitle":null,"item_index":3},{"id":490,"pr_id":76,"content":"
We are an innovative, research driven technology company focused on sustainable development. Through leading expertise, modern laboratory facilities and strong customer focus, A&L serves a wide range of industries including Agriculture, Environmental, Food & Pharma -- globally.<\/p>
In Agriculture, A&L provides comprehensive analytical services for soil, plant tissue, feed, fertilizer, and water. A&L's services also include production recommendations, remote sensing, and precision agriculture capabilities. A&L Biological Inc. focuses on research and development of biological compounds for use in agricultural production systems. The A&L Environmental division provides organic and inorganic chemistry and general chemistry using state of the art technology and methodology. For Food & Pharma, A&L provides analytical services for plant tissue, water, media and finished product. A&L's services also include disease diagnostics, genetic analysis, production recommendations, and Plant Monitoring Program. The company operates two world class analytical laboratories serving clients throughout Canada, the U.S. and Internationally.<\/p>
Visit our website at www.alcanada.com <\/a><\/p><\/div>","url":null,"subtitle":null,"item_index":4},{"id":491,"pr_id":76,"content":"
For more information contact: <\/b><\/p>
Join us in February and March of 2022 as A&L Canada Laboratories offers its Soil Fertility Workshops online with weekly education sessions: <\/p>
*<\/span>The registration fee for 2 sessions ($80 CAD) will be refunded (via PayPal) to the attendee upon completion of all 6 sessions of the A&L Soil Fertility Workshops<\/p><\/div>","url":null,"subtitle":null,"item_index":1},{"id":483,"pr_id":75,"content":"
Week #1:<\/span> Feb 3 Cover Crops<\/b> | Register on Zoom<\/a> <\/p>
Week #2:<\/span> Feb 10 pH, CEC, Optimum Nutrient Levels by Soil Type<\/b> | Register on Zoom<\/a> <\/p>
Week #3:<\/span> Feb 17 Soil Health Research Update<\/b> | Register on Zoom<\/a> <\/p>
Week #4:<\/span> Feb 24 Potassium and K\/Mg Ratio<\/b> | Register on Zoom<\/a> <\/p>
Week #5:<\/span> March 3 Sulfur and the Micronutrients<\/b> | Register on Zoom<\/a> <\/p>
Week #6:<\/span> March 10 Plant Tissue Nutrient Analysis and Interpretation<\/b> | Register on Zoom<\/a> <\/p><\/div>
Week #1: Feb 3rd - 1:30 pm (EST)<\/p>
Cover Crops<\/span> | Register on Zoom<\/a><\/p>
The use of Cover Crops play an important role in maintaining soil quality and productivity on farms. Usually, we think of cover crops in terms of reducing soil erosion and adding organic matter to the soil - but they can do much more. Learn more about the use of Cover Crops and how they can assist in reducing soil erosion, support organic matter levels, improve soil fertility, and maintain soil microbial activity.<\/p><\/div><\/div>","url":null,"subtitle":null,"item_index":2},{"id":484,"pr_id":75,"content":"
Week #2: Feb 10th - 1:30 pm (EST)<\/p>
pH, CEC, Optimum Nutrient Levels by Soil Type and Variable Rate Applications<\/span> | Register on Zoom<\/a><\/p>
How much do you really know about soil pH and CEC? These two soil parameters can have a huge impact on the availability of many of your macro, secondary and micronutrients.<\/p>
A&L has completed years or research to demonstrate how CEC and pH levels should be used to determine the nutrient availability within a soil profile. Hear about the different methods for testing of pH and CEC and some of their short comings.<\/p>
Learn how we are often managing pH and CEC as opposed to 'fixing' them within our fields\u2026CEC is really a measurement of the soils ability to hold and release nutrients, so when we try to determine the amount of nutrients to include in a variable rate application recommendation, it is imperative we first understand how available and tightly bound those nutrients are within the soil.<\/p><\/div><\/div>
Week #3: Feb 17th - 1:30 pm (EST)<\/p>
Soil Health Research Update<\/span> | Register on Zoom<\/a><\/p>
The topic of Soil Health has had a lot of buzz recently. During this 1.5-hour session, hear about the numerous research findings that A&L has led, including developing new methods and tests to quantify soil health. An update on current research findings will also be shared.<\/p>
Soil Health is a function of the chemical, physical and biological characteristics of a soil and many complex interactions between soil chemistry and microbiological have now been directly correlated. Find out how some of the key functions of a healthy soil impact topics such as: acting as a reserve for microbial biomass and nutrients; numerous microbial activities that can aid in the fixation of nutrients; disease suppression; production of Bio-stimulants; and buffering environmental stresses. Soil health management practices will also be discussed.<\/p><\/div><\/div>","url":null,"subtitle":null,"item_index":3},{"id":485,"pr_id":75,"content":"
Week #4: Feb 24th - 1:30 pm (EST)<\/p>
Potassium and K\/Mg Ratio<\/span> | Register on Zoom<\/a><\/p>
The big brother of the cations, potassium is one of the essentials that is directly tied to over 60 enzyme systems in plants and it is one of the nutrients most used by the plant (hence it is called a macronutrient).<\/p>
K is the fuel for photosynthesis and is critical to many plant processes including the ATP production pathway. Low K levels are also known to attract leaf sucking insects. Cations should be rated on their optimum level for their soil type (called base saturation) and the ratios of cations like K to Mg (and Ca to Mg) can have a very significant impacts on the availability of other nutrients within the soil.<\/p>
Improper K:Mg ratios can also have a significant impact on quality and diseases severity. This session will do a deep dive into the role of potassium in your soils.<\/p><\/div><\/div>
Week #5: March 3rd - 1:30pm (EST)<\/p>
Sulfur and the Micronutrients<\/span> | Register on Zoom<\/a><\/p>
In this session we will discuss sulfur needs by crops and soil release of sulfur plus a discussion on Micronutrients. Although they are called \"Micro\" nutrients, a deficiency in a micronutrient can have a MACRO impact on yield! For many years, micronutrients have often been left out of fertilizer blends and farmers relied on existing soil levels to meet the plant's needs.<\/p>
With an increased focus on essential secondary and micronutrients like sulfur, zinc, boron and magnesium (to name a few) and new fertilizer coating technologies that allow micronutrients to be impregnated onto fertilizers, more and more growers and retails are including these products in modern fertilizer blends\u2026that's a great thing as these nutrients are critical to fuel our new high yielding racehorse hybrids.<\/p>
This 1.5-hour session will do a thorough review of numerous different micronutrients, including nutrient sources and availability, complex nutrient interactions & tie-ups, micronutrients and their relation to critical crop stages as well as their impact on disease and quality.<\/p><\/div><\/div>","url":null,"subtitle":null,"item_index":4},{"id":486,"pr_id":75,"content":"
Week #6: March 10th - 1:30pm (EST)<\/p>
Plant Tissue Nutrient Analysis and Interpretation<\/span> | Register on Zoom<\/a><\/p>
Many producers are starting to incorporate plant tissue testing and Plant Monitoring Program \"PMP\" into their crop production practices. Tissue testing is a great way to demonstrate how nutrient release from the soil is occurring through the growing season. It is also a valuable tool to help identify potential deficiency areas in fields before they can be visually seen.<\/p>
This allows growers to apply \"timely\" applications of foliar nutrient products to save yields and improve quality prior to the deficiency taking hold, or to adjust their fertilizer plan for the following season. Reading a tissue report is much different that reading a soil report and understanding the local soil conditions as well as the crop physiological stages from when the sample was taken is imperative to gain value from a tissue test.<\/p>
By geo-referencing both your soil and tissue sample locations, growers can also \"track\" over time how their fertilizer and application practices impact nutrient availability in the plant. Best practices for tissue sampling, collection and interpretation will all be reviewed in detail during this 1.5-hour session.<\/p><\/div><\/div>
A&L Canada Laboratories' Mission is to help growers and their trusted advisors understand soil and the role it plays in crop production and by connecting trusted research to the adoption of best practices.<\/p>","url":null,"subtitle":null,"item_index":5}]},{"id":73,"title":"A&L Biological Inc. receives registration for bio-stimulant to manage transplant stress","releaseDate":"2021-10-28","isHome":1,"paragraphs":[{"id":441,"pr_id":73,"content":"
LONDON, ONTARIO, CANADA -- October 28, 2021 -- <\/b>A&L Biological Inc., a subsidiary of A&L Canada Laboratories Inc., is pleased to announce they have been granted registration from the Canadian Food and Inspection Agency (CFIA) for AL-Bio 7; a new bio-stimulant formulation. This product improves soil and plant health by harnessing the beneficial properties of the bacterial strain AL-336. The registration is effective October 2021.<\/p><\/div><\/div>","url":null,"subtitle":null,"item_index":1},{"id":442,"pr_id":73,"content":"
'AL-Bio 7' is designed to stimulate plant and root growth, improve stress resistance, and increase crop yield in high value specialty crops. Growers of a wide variety of fruit and vegetable crops, greenhouse and field cannabis are looking for solutions to reduce costs and increase yields that can easily be incorporated into their current production practices.<\/p><\/div><\/div>","url":null,"subtitle":null,"item_index":2},{"id":443,"pr_id":73,"content":"
A&L's greenhouse and field trials have shown significant improvement in plant vigour, root development, bio-mass and yield for plants in a transplant setting. Transplant stress can have a damaging effect on early establishment of crops. This bio-stimulant has demonstrated the ability to overcome this \"shock\" event and provide for improved crop establishment and yield.<\/p>
\"We are thrilled to announce that A&L's first bio-stimulant submitted to the CFIA has be registered,\" said Rob Field, VP Business Development and Marketing for A&L Biological. \"We listened to the needs of our clients and worked with them to develop this valuable and sustainable bio-based solution for fruits and vegetables.\"<\/p>
\"Our research has led us to commercialization of these new technologies and are excited to be introducing our first products to market next year,\" said Nevin McDougall, President and Chief Commercial Officer for A&L Canada Laboratories. \"We will be following through with international registrations and launches in the next phase of each product.\"<\/p>
Full commercialization of 'AL-Bio 7' Canada is being planned for March 2022.<\/p><\/div><\/div>","url":null,"subtitle":null,"item_index":3},{"id":444,"pr_id":73,"content":"
A&L Biological Inc. is a Research and Discovery company focused on bringing practical bio-based solutions to the agricultural industry. Our efforts focus on improving crop productivity through better understanding of soil microbiome relationships, soil health and development of biological based crop solutions. Our unique approach, services and solutions are the result of over three decades of commercial and research experience working with soils and crops in both North American and international markets. Our team of scientists develop their ideas in our labs, on farms, and in the marketplace.<\/p>
Visit the A&L Biologicals website at www.albiologicals.com<\/a>.<\/p><\/div><\/div>","url":null,"subtitle":null,"item_index":4},{"id":445,"pr_id":73,"content":"
We are an innovative, research driven technology company focused on sustainable development. Through leading expertise, modern laboratory facilities and strong customer focus, A&L serves a wide range of industries including Agriculture, Environmental, Food & Pharma -- globally.<\/p>
In Agriculture, A&L provides comprehensive analytical services for soil, plant tissue, feed, fertilizer, and water. A&L's services also include production recommendations, remote sensing and precision agriculture capabilities. A&L Biological Inc. focuses on research and development of biological compounds for use in agricultural production systems. The A&L Environmental division provides organic and inorganic chemistry and general chemistry using state of the art technology and methodology. For Food & Pharma, A&L provides analytical services for plant tissue, water, media and finished product. A&L's services also include disease diagnostics, genetic analysis, production recommendations, and Plant Monitoring Program. The company operates two world class analytical laboratories serving clients throughout Canada, the U.S. and Internationally.<\/p>
Visit our website at www.alcanada.com<\/a>.<\/p><\/div><\/div>","url":null,"subtitle":null,"item_index":5},{"id":446,"pr_id":73,"content":"