Cross-Commodity Leadership Support Project
The Cross-Commodity Leadership Support Project (CCLSP) was launched in 2023 as a pilot forum for tree fruit and wine grape industries to work together on common challenges and opportunities.
Partners Include: BCCA, BCFGA, BCGA, BCWGC, and OKSIR
News & Updates
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Recommendations for a Resilient Workforce
BC’s tree fruit and wine grape industries rely on a strong and resilient workforce. In partnership with KPU’s Institute for Sustainable Food Systems, CCLSP and BC Fruit Works carried out a research project to better understand the realities of domestic agricultural labour in our sector. Through candid interviews with growers,… read more
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help test the bc das expansion to wine grapes!
The BC Decision Aid System is an online platform provided through a partnership between local project partners and Washington State University that delivers real-time, science-based decision support to growers. It integrates local weather data, crop and pest models, and timely alerts so producers can make faster, more confident management decisions.… read more
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New! free hr supports for bc agriculture
Struggling to find and keep great farm workers? Need help navigating HR rules or building stronger hiring practices? AgSafe BC now offers free Human Resources (HR) support for agriculture employers across the province. Whether you’re running a small orchard or a large multi-site operation, this new service gives you access… read more
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farms are hiring: what you need to know
Are you looking to work in Okanagan agriculture? The Okanagan is expecting a strong crop this season – and farms across the region will be looking to hire both seasonal and extended workers. To help new and returning workers get started, BC Fruit Works has created the Workers Guide to… read more
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Help Shape the Future of Agriculture in the Central Okanagan
The Regional District of Central Okanagan (RDCO) is developing a Regional Agricultural Strategy to support a thriving, resilient agriculture sector—and they want to hear from you. Whether you’re a producer, industry partner, or community member, your input will help guide policies and actions that strengthen the region’s food systems, protect… read more
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Agriculture in Action: Highlights from Our Local Government Tours
Did you miss our Lake Country and Penticton agriculture bus tours? No worries—our Agriculture in Action one-pager captures the highlights and outlines shared opportunities for local governments and producers to work together. Check it out below—or scan the QR code to read the full summary report. read more