CEO Kristine White on Farm4Profit Podcast
We’re excited to share that our CEO and Co-Founder, Kristine White , recently joined the Farm4Profit podcast for an insightful conversation about the journey behind Spornado and the future of…
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Connecting with AgTech Innovators at Ag in Motion
our CTO, Michael Saleh, had the opportunity to pitch alongside a strong group of startups at the AgTech Breakfast during Ag in Motion in Saskatoon. The event brought together founders,…
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Spornado Monitoring in Rice
This is Spornado’s first season monitoring in rice, and we’ve received our first positive Spornado detection of the season for Cercospora janseana, the fungal pathogen responsible for Narrow Brown Leaf…
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New Video Feature: Why Early Detection Matters More Than Ever
We’re excited to share a new video and feature story highlighting the journey behind Spornado and the growing importance of early disease detection in agriculture. The feature explores how Spornado…
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When the Air Speaks First: What Spornado Tar Spot Air Monitoring Revealed in 2025
Tar spot (Phyllachora maydis) continues to be one of the most closely watched corn diseasesacross the U.S. Corn Belt. This season, Spornado samplers detected airborne tar spot sporesas early as…
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Tar Spot in Ontario: 2025 Update
Tar spot continues to be a growing concern for Ontario corn growers, and 2025 has been no exception. This year, the disease followed a pattern similar to previous seasons—first appearing…
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California’s Pest Management Shift: What It Means for Nut Growers and How to Prepare
California agriculture is entering a new phase in pest management. The California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) is rolling out a Pesticide Prioritization Process as part of its Sustainable Pest…
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Rising Costs in Agriculture: How Sustainable Practices and Precision Tools Are Shaping the Future
As global agriculture faces increasing pressures, from rising input costs to the need for sustainable resource use, farmers are finding new ways to adapt. Insights from McKinsey’s Global Farmer Insights…
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Navigating Tar Spot in Corn: The Value of Effective Management Strategies
Tar Spot, a devastating disease affecting corn crops, continues to challenge farmers across North America. With the recent surge in cases, understanding the disease’s impact and evaluating management strategies is…
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Beyond the Microscope: Exploring the Power of Molecular Diagnostics and 24/7 Sampling
Using molecular diagnostics to identify fungal spores provides several benefits over traditional microscopic analysis. The main advantage is accuracy of identification and species differentiation. Species level identification is not generally…
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