The Cross-Commodity Leadership Support Project and its partners (BCFGA, BCCA, BCGA, BCWGC, and OKSIR) will be hosting an engaging agriculture tour in the South Okanagan. Designed for elected officials and local and provincial government staff, this tour builds on the success of the 2024 Lake Country event, showcasing the real-world challenges and opportunities faced by […]
The 2025 Canadian Produce Marketing Association Annual Convention and Trade Show will take place from April 8-10 at the Palais des congres de Montreal! Click here for more info and to register!
Join the Climate Solutions Research Collective for important conversations about the nexus of Climate+Water. All those interested in research, including faculty, students and community members, are welcome to participate in this in-person symposium. Day One of this event (April 9, 9am – 12pm) will be hosted at UBCO in Kelowna, with the plenary presentation shared with the […]
Get the latest updates to the spray guide and learn what is new in the production guide this year! 1 PAC Point in Category A will be available for attending […]
The hormone abscisic acid (ABA) triggers stomatal closure and stress responses in plants. ABA is rapidly turned over in plants, limiting its effectiveness in long term applications such as protection […]
Join the Climate Solutions Research Collective for important conversations about the nexus of Climate+Water. All those interested in research, including faculty, students and community members, are welcome to participate in this in-person symposium. Day One of this event (April 9, 9am – 12pm) will be hosted at UBCO in Kelowna, with the plenary presentation shared with the […]
Join Ministry of Agriculture and Food staff for updates on: Little Cherry Virus and X Disease, Katie Goldenhar, Plant Pathologist Leafhopper vectors for disease and cherry fruitworm, Susanna Acheampong, Entomologist […]
Are you ready to take your gardening and seed-saving skills to the next level? Join FarmFolk CityFolk for an in-depth, advanced plant breeding workshop where you’ll learn how to enhance genetic diversity, improve crop resilience, and develop strong, locally adapted varieties. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener, seed saver, or aspiring plant breeder, this workshop will […]
Join the Ministry of Agriculture and Food for an informational Q&A regarding the recent $10M Tree Fruit Climate Change Response Fund. Click here to join!
Quality Analytical Services Ltd. (QAS), a fully accredited ISO 17025 laboratory based in Alberta, is planning to host a Lunch & Learn in Kelowna on April 28th. QAS offers a range of food testing services, including pesticide residue analysis, which could be of benefit to your food safety or export programs. During the session, QAS […]
You’re invited! Witness a live biochar burn process using vineyard prunings in a traditional kiln at a local vineyard. Learn the benefits of biochar and why local vineyards, orchards, and farms are starting to implement this ancient agricultureal practice that’s already successful in other countries. These include: Increase water holding capacity Increase microbial life in soils […]