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Community science: more than a hobby

Community science: more than a hobby

You don’t consider yourself a scientist? Think again. In this podcast, Dr. Pierre Bilodeau explains how apps can help you make discoveries in your own backyard.

The Canada-Senegal project: not your typical virtual classroom

The Canada-Senegal project: not your typical virtual classroom

The COVID-19 pandemic sure didn't stop these CFIA experts from sharing much-needed plant health knowledge with colleagues 6,000 kilometres away.

Tiny seeds you buy online can cause big trouble

Tiny seeds you buy online can cause big trouble

As you dream about planting your garden to beautify your home or grow your own food, remember that the seeds you buy online could do more harm than good.

Collaborating with genome specialists to protect Canadian wine

Collaborating with genome specialists to protect Canadian wine

Grapevines produce the quality grapes wineries need. Here’s how CFIA is helping to keep them virus-free so you can enjoy local wine.

eDNA: another tool in the toolbox

eDNA: another tool in the toolbox

From the lab to the field, environmental DNA (eDNA) is a powerful technology that quickly detects the presence (or absence) of pathogens.

Myth versus fact: defining the role of the CFIA Inspector General

Myth versus fact: defining the role of the CFIA Inspector General

Listen to Scott Rattray clear up common misconceptions about inspection activities while discussing his role at the CFIA

Meet Lacy, a Canada Border Services Agency detector dog

Meet Lacy, a Canada Border Services Agency detector dog

There's one big difference between Lacy and some other dogs: she has a job to do! Watch her in action helping to protect you, the economy and the environment.

Calling all budding #JuniorCFIA scientists

Calling all budding #JuniorCFIA scientists

Download our science activities to learn more about the fascinating world (and kitchen) around you.

Tree checking tips

Tree checking tips

Stumped on how to check your trees? Listen to CFIA expert Ron Neville’s tips and tricks that could save the lives of these beloved giants.

Drone's eye view: on the lookout for kudzu

Drone's eye view: on the lookout for kudzu

Some plants pose a real danger to the environment, and we have to stay one step ahead. That's where drones come in.

On the frontlines: delivering vital services during COVID-19

On the frontlines: delivering vital services during COVID-19

Every day, thousands of Canadians leave the safety of their homes to deliver frontline services we all need to carry on our way of life.

Bye bye beetle

Bye bye beetle

Have you heard the good news? After several years of close monitoring, the Asian longhorned beetle has been eradicated in Mississauga and Toronto.

Women in Science: vlog with Janine Maruschak

Women in Science: vlog with Janine Maruschak

This plant health expert knows a thing or two about testing grain shipments to help keep invasive pests at bay.

Women in Science: CFIA scientists investigate fruitful technology

Women in Science: CFIA scientists investigate fruitful technology

What does the genetic code of your apple or grapes have to do with preventing the spread of plant pests and viruses?

Pass the Mic: talking about emerald ash borer signs and symptoms

Pass the Mic: talking about emerald ash borer signs and symptoms

CFIA expert Ron Neville answers a question on how to spot the signs and symptoms of the emerald ash borer.

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