Joint Symposium of the Greenhouse Research Chairs

Name: Joint Symposium of the Greenhouse Research Chairs
Start: 2026-05-20T12:00:00Z
End: 2026-05-21T21:30:00Z

Université Laval, pavillon La Laurentienne, room LAU-1334

May 20-21, 2026

Welcome to the Joint Symposium of the Greenhouse Research Chairs

We are proud to present an event that brings together researchers, students, professionals, and partners from the greenhouse sector around a common goal: sharing scientific advances and fostering interdisciplinary exchange. Over the course of these two conference days, students will present the progress of their research projects, offering insight into emerging work and innovations in development. Invited speakers will also enrich the program by providing complementary perspectives from research, industry, and technology transfer.

May 20 will be dedicated to the MAPAQ Research Chair in Organic Greenhouse and Controlled Environment Horticulture (Chaire BIO), as well as the Teaching Leadership Chair on Energy and Climate Optimization and Management in Quebec Greenhouses (CLEECS). May 21 will be devoted to the Greenhouse Crop Protection Research Chair MAPAQ - Premier Tech (CRPS).

This symposium is intended to be a dynamic space for knowledge sharing, reflection, and collaboration. We hope these discussions will spark new ideas, foster partnerships, and contribute to the advancement of research and innovation in the greenhouse sector.

We wish you an excellent symposium.

Invited Speakers - May 20, 2026

We invite you to discover our invited speakers, who will share their research and experience on best practices and innovations in organic agriculture and greenhouse production.

Nicole BoudreauOrganic federation of Canada

Cap sur le Bio: nouvelles normes Bio 2026 et la science au coeur de la grappe Bio

Mathieu BendoumaUniversité Laval

L'énergie au service de la serre: innovations et solutions durables

Richard HogueIRDA

Serres en pleine santé: quand le microbiote fait la différence!

Tia LoftsgardCanada organic trade association

Canada Organic: Evolution, Market Potential, and What Lies Ahead

Invited Speakers - May 21, 2026

We are pleased to welcome local researchers who will join you to discuss current topics and recent advances in the field of greenhouse production.

Zamir PunjaSimon Fraser University

Biological control in the rhizosphere and phyllosphere - Examples from cucumber and cannabis crop

Roselyne LabbéAgriculture and Agri-Food Canada - Harrow

Vers de nouveaux outils pour la protection des cultures en serre au Canada

Philippe-Antoine TaillonClimax-Conseils

Enjeux phytosanitaires dans les fruits et légumes en serre en 2026 au Québec

Emilien Di RosaInstitut national de la recherche scientifique (INRS)

Détection du virus du fruit rugueux brun de la tomate (ToBRFV) au Québec et mise en place de moyens de contrôle

Frequently Asked Questions

Find quick answers to your questions about the Conference.

Go to the “Registration” page and complete the online form. Select your ticket type, provide the required meal information, and proceed with payment to reserve your spot.

The conference program for each day of the Colloque is available on the “Schedule” page. It includes a detailed list of presentations, speakers, and information about the CRPS scientific committee. Please check this page regularly for updates.

Yes, the event is offered in a hybrid format. Simply select the ticket type that best suits your situation when registering.

To offset the greenhouse gas emissions generated by participants’ travel to the event, the organizing team will purchase carbon credits to support renewable energy production, energy efficiency, and tree-planting projects.

Yes, there are hotels and other lodging options close to the conference venue.

Several parking options are available on the Université Laval campus, including a parking lot adjacent to the La Laurentienne Pavilion. You will need to use the Copilote+ app to pay for parking.