Institute for Sustainable Horticulture

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The Institute for Sustainable Horticulture improves ecosystem resilience by providing tools and strategies for agriculture and landscapes through applied research, innovation, knowledge sharing, and partnerships.

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News

Basil growing vertically.

Future of basil production is up in the air, KPU research confirms

Tue, Feb 20, 2024

Researchers at Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) have aided in the discovery of an efficient way to grow lush and fragrant...

KPU Agricultural Summit guests gather for group photo at Burnaby Lake Greenhouses

KPU hosts university's first-ever summit on research in agriculture technology

Mon, Nov 6, 2023

Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) hosted its inaugural Agricultural Summit Nov. 3, bringing together researchers, elected officials, and industry representatives to...

KPU researchers Dr. Deborah Henderson (left) and Dr. Li Ma inside a greenhouse at KPU Langley.

KPU researchers awarded $1 million to grow idea for year-round sustainable berry production

Thu, Oct 5, 2023

Researchers at Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) are advancing plans to sustainably grow berries out of season in Canada with a...

Deborah Henderson

KPU researchers look at growing berries sustainably year round in Canada

Wed, Sep 7, 2022

A research team that includes Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) experts is looking for solutions to help Canadian producers grow berries...