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Cucumber research requested

Feb. 26, 2008, Leamington, Ont. — The Ontario Greenhouse Vegetable
Growers board is seeking RFT (Request For Tender) proposals for
projects to improve management methods for viral diseases in cucumbers.
The closing date for applications is April 1, 2008. 

The Ontario Greenhouse Vegetable Growers board is seeking RFT (Request For Tender) proposals for projects to improve management methods for viral diseases in cucumbers. The closing date for applications is April 1, 2008. 
The first project involves the development of new pruning technology, and the second involves development of new disinfectants for use during the production season. Those interested in viewing the full RFT document for either opportunity should OGVG research coordinator Cheryl Trueman at trueman@ontariogreenhouse.com, or call 519-326-2604 or 800-265-6926.
Please note that for these RFT projects, you will be required to sign a confidentiality agreement prior to receiving the full details. For future RFT opportunities, the need for confidentiality will be determined by OGVG on a case-by-case basis. “We expect future opportunities to become available later in 2008,” said Trueman. 
More general information on OGVG and its research is available on the association website www.ontariogreenhouse.com .