Dear Colleagues and Friends, 

Welcome to the 2018 Canadian Society for Horticultural Science Annual Meeting which will take place in Niagara Falls, Ontario at the Marriott on the Falls, 6755 Fallsview Blvd. (https://www.marriottonthefalls.com/) from 4 to 6 of October 2018. Niagara Falls is spectacular and its natural beauty in the autumn season is not to be missed.  

The Canadian Society for Horticultural Science offers one of the most important national series of symposia in this dynamic scientific field and will include: the Cannabis Symposium; Tree, Small Fruit and Viticulture Symposium; Vegetable Symposium; Postharvest Storage, Processing, and Nutraceuticals Symposium and the Haskap Workshop with the objective of promoting exchange and collaboration within this diverse field.

In addition to renowned keynote speakers and scientific talks, many symposia will have a wrap up panel session consisting of industry, government and academics for a targeted discussion on critical issues of importance to that sector.    

The meeting will be comprised of both oral and poster sessions.  NOTE:  ABSTRACT DEADLINE HAS PASSED.  No further Abstracts will be accepted. 

**FINAL REGISTRATION DEADLINE**  September 20

NOTE:  The Canadian Greenhouse Conference (CGC) will be held just prior on October 3, 4 across the street at the Scotiabank Centre, Niagara Falls.  To register for the CGC, go to www.canadiangreenhouseconference.com  CGC delegates receive special one day discount to attend the CSHS conference!!   

We are looking forward to seeing you in Niagara Falls!