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SUMMARY:Sprayer Calibration Course for Tree Fruit Growers
DESCRIPTION:Want to boost the effectiveness of your spray applications? Join us for a practical\, expert-led training on the fundamentals of sprayer calibration—a key step for maximizing pest control while minimizing residues and environmental impact. \nWhat You’ll Learn: \n✅ How to calibrate your sprayer accurately and efficiently\n✅ Tips to enhance pesticide and nutrient spray efficacy\n✅ Tools and resources to improve your calibration practices\n✅ Earn PAC Points: 2 B | 0.5 A | 0.5 C (please be sure to bring your PAC number with you to receive your PAC points!) \nWho Should Attend: \nThis workshop is designed for tree fruit and horticultural producers\, their staff\, agronomists\, and industry professionals who use or are interested in learning about application technology. Participants will benefit from three one-day sessions\, each combining hands-on practical training and classroom-based instruction\, focusing on airblast sprayers and horticultural weed sprayers. \n\nApril 1 @ 9:00 AM – Airblast Sprayer Calibration\, 3363 Springfield Rd\, Kelowna\nApril 9 @ 1:30 PM – Airblast Sprayer Calibration\, 975 Panorama Crescent\, Oliver\n\nClick here to register! \nFor more information\, please email Gail Nelson at: gnelson@bcfga.com
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/sprayer-calibration-course-for-tree-fruit-growers/2026-04-01/
CATEGORIES:Apples,Cherries,Tree Fruits
ORGANIZER;CN="BC Fruit Growers' Association":MAILTO:mcary@bcfga.com
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SUMMARY:Save the Date: BCAC AGM!
DESCRIPTION:BCAC’s Annual General Meeting will take place on April 2\, 2026\, in a virtual format. More information to follow in the new year.
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/save-the-date-bcac-agm/
CATEGORIES:Apples,Cherries,Grapes,Tree Fruits
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DTSTAMP:20260525T010211
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T160630Z
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SUMMARY:BCDAS Field Series!
DESCRIPTION:Get ready—BCDAS Field Day Series is back! \n\nWe’re kicking off a three‑part spring lineup with sessions covering early‑season pest pressure\, green tip disease management\, cherry models\, GA timing\, and more. \nSession 1:  \n\nApril 2\, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM\, 3250 East Kelowna Rd\, Kelowna\nApril 2\, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM\, 6040 Bella Vista Rd\, Vernon\n\nSession 2:  \n\nApril 17\, 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM\, 5668 Sawmill Rd\, Oliver\n\nSession 3:  \n\nApril 23\, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM\, 719 36th Ave N\, Creston\n\n  \nPAC points available for all sessions. Please bring your PAC number with you. You must know your PAC number to collect points for each session! \n  \nDAS is funded by the Government of British Columbia through programs and initiatives delivered by the Investment Agriculture Foundation of BC.
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/bcdas-field-series/2026-04-02/5/
CATEGORIES:Apples,Cherries,Tree Fruits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260402T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260402T143000
DTSTAMP:20260525T010211
CREATED:20260302T164819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T160630Z
UID:10000357-1775134800-1775140200@crosscommodity.org
SUMMARY:BCDAS Field Series!
DESCRIPTION:Get ready—BCDAS Field Day Series is back! \n\nWe’re kicking off a three‑part spring lineup with sessions covering early‑season pest pressure\, green tip disease management\, cherry models\, GA timing\, and more. \nSession 1:  \n\nApril 2\, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM\, 3250 East Kelowna Rd\, Kelowna\nApril 2\, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM\, 6040 Bella Vista Rd\, Vernon\n\nSession 2:  \n\nApril 17\, 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM\, 5668 Sawmill Rd\, Oliver\n\nSession 3:  \n\nApril 23\, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM\, 719 36th Ave N\, Creston\n\n  \nPAC points available for all sessions. Please bring your PAC number with you. You must know your PAC number to collect points for each session! \n  \nDAS is funded by the Government of British Columbia through programs and initiatives delivered by the Investment Agriculture Foundation of BC.
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/bcdas-field-series/2026-04-02/3/
CATEGORIES:Apples,Cherries,Tree Fruits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260403T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260403T170000
DTSTAMP:20260525T010211
CREATED:20260330T163153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T163153Z
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SUMMARY:Okanagan Soil Health Workshop for Farmers
DESCRIPTION:This workshop brings together soil specialists & regenerative agriculture practitioners to discuss practical approaches to improving soil biology\, crop resilience\, & long-term productivity. Robby Gass\, of ALBA Organics will demonstrate soil biology using a feld microscope and samples from local farms. See living soil organisms\, fungal networks\, and microbial activity that influence plant health and nutrient cycling. A limited number of local soil samples may also be examined. \n  \nLearn more here! 
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/okanagan-soil-health-workshop-for-farmers/
LOCATION:Osoyoos Watermark Beach Resort\, 15 Park Pl\, Osoyoos\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Apples,Cherries,Grapes,Tree Fruits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260408T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260408T160000
DTSTAMP:20260525T010211
CREATED:20260304T191657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T191812Z
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SUMMARY:Agriculture in Action Bus Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join the Cross-Commodity Leadership Support Project (CCLSP) and its partners — BCFGA\, BCCA\, BCGA\, BCWGC\, and OKSIR — in collaboration with the City of Kelowna for our third Agriculture in Action bus tour\, happening this spring in the Kelowna area. \nDesigned for local government staff\, this tour builds on the success of our 2024 Lake Country and spring 2025 Penticton events. Participants will visit farms and vineyards (host locations to be announced) to see firsthand the challenges and opportunities facing Okanagan tree fruit and wine grape growers. Through on-site learning and open conversation\, attendees will strengthen their understanding of the region’s agricultural sector and foster stronger working relationships between local government and industry. More details will be shared soon. \n🔗 Learn more about the series: \n\nLocal Government One-Pager\nFull Summary Report\n\nSeating is limited to 50 participants — if you’re interested in participating\, contact Shelby Austen at sausten@oksir.org  \n 
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/agriculture-in-action-bus-tour/
CATEGORIES:Apples,Cherries,Grapes,Tree Fruits
ORGANIZER;CN="Cross-Commodity Leadership Support Project":MAILTO:sausten@oksir.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260409T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260409T153000
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CREATED:20260309T213046Z
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UID:10000367-1775741400-1775748600@crosscommodity.org
SUMMARY:Sprayer Calibration Course for Tree Fruit Growers
DESCRIPTION:Want to boost the effectiveness of your spray applications? Join us for a practical\, expert-led training on the fundamentals of sprayer calibration—a key step for maximizing pest control while minimizing residues and environmental impact. \nWhat You’ll Learn: \n✅ How to calibrate your sprayer accurately and efficiently\n✅ Tips to enhance pesticide and nutrient spray efficacy\n✅ Tools and resources to improve your calibration practices\n✅ Earn PAC Points: 2 B | 0.5 A | 0.5 C (please be sure to bring your PAC number with you to receive your PAC points!) \nWho Should Attend: \nThis workshop is designed for tree fruit and horticultural producers\, their staff\, agronomists\, and industry professionals who use or are interested in learning about application technology. Participants will benefit from three one-day sessions\, each combining hands-on practical training and classroom-based instruction\, focusing on airblast sprayers and horticultural weed sprayers. \n\nApril 1 @ 9:00 AM – Airblast Sprayer Calibration\, 3363 Springfield Rd\, Kelowna\nApril 9 @ 1:30 PM – Airblast Sprayer Calibration\, 975 Panorama Crescent\, Oliver\n\nClick here to register! \nFor more information\, please email Gail Nelson at: gnelson@bcfga.com
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/sprayer-calibration-course-for-tree-fruit-growers/2026-04-09/
CATEGORIES:Apples,Cherries,Tree Fruits
ORGANIZER;CN="BC Fruit Growers' Association":MAILTO:mcary@bcfga.com
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260413T140000
DTSTAMP:20260525T010211
CREATED:20260324T171758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T171758Z
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SUMMARY:BCFGA Creston Town Hall
DESCRIPTION:The BC Fruit Growers’ Association will be visiting Creston on April 13\, 2026 to hear directly from growers in the region. They will be hosting an informal Town Hall at the Ramada\, 1809 BC-3A #1\, Creston\, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. \nTree fruit growers in the Creston Valley make an important contribution to our industry\, and it is important that we hear from you. We want to better understand your key priorities as we head into the 2026 crop season and beyond. Both BCFGA members and non-members are encouraged to attend. Please share this invitation with your neighbours and others in the region who may be interested. \n  \nClick here to register! 
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/bcfga-creston-town-hall/
LOCATION:Ramada (Creston)\, 1809 BC-3A #1\, Creston\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Apples,Cherries,Tree Fruits
ORGANIZER;CN="BC Fruit Growers' Association":MAILTO:mcary@bcfga.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260414T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260414T160000
DTSTAMP:20260525T010211
CREATED:20260330T155424Z
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UID:10000366-1776171600-1776182400@crosscommodity.org
SUMMARY:DLC Agricultural Irrigation Water Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The District of Lake Country will be hosting an Agricultural Irrigation Water Workshop at Municipal Hall on April 14th\, 2026 from 1:00PM – 4:00PM. Members of the Lake Country Farmer’s Institute\, local agriculturists\, and anyone interested in agricultural irrigation water is encouraged to attend. \nAgenda includes: \nAgricultural Irrigation Usage Plan (AIUP) – Water Conservation Initiatives \n\nOverview of preliminary water conservation initiatives\nOpen discussion with community in attendance\nOpportunity to share alternative approaches and considerations\nFeedback will help inform the AIUP\n\nLake Country My360 Overview \n\nMonitoring irrigation water through your meter\nHow to use My360: sign-up\, navigate\, set alerts\, track allotment\nCurrently active and available through: MyLakeCountry eServices\nAttendees are encouraged to bring their device for hands-on support\n\n2026 Drought Update \n\nUpdate following April 1 snowpack and lake level data\n\n  \nFollowing the workshop\, the Lake Country Farmer’s Institute will hold their Annual General Meeting \n  \nClick here to register for the workshop! 
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/dlc-agricultural-irrigation-water-workshop/
LOCATION:Lake Country Municipal Hall\, 10150 Bottom Wood Lake Rd\, Lake Country\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Apples,Cherries,Grapes,Tree Fruits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260415T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260415T160000
DTSTAMP:20260525T010211
CREATED:20260309T212816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T183549Z
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SUMMARY:Save the date - Pesticide Applicator Course
DESCRIPTION:Join the BCFGA and Pearl Agricultural Consulting\, Inc. for an in-depth\, industry-focused Pesticide Applicator Certificate (PAC) Course. This training will cover the most up-to-date manuals and study guides\, and participants will have the opportunity to take the certification exam on-site. The course is open to all interested growers(BCFGA member discount available). Prepayment is required to order course and exam materials. (Links to registration page to follow) \nFormat: Full-day course (6 hrs) & Half-day exam (4 hrs)\, location TBD \nDue to the success of the Pesticide Applicator Certification Course last year\, the BCFGA is once again partnering with Pearl Agricultural Consulting\, Inc. to offer this course in 2026. The course is open to all interested growers. Prepayment is required to order exam materials. \n\nBCFGA Members pay a discounted rate: $170 (including non-refundable Exam Fee: $90 + tax)\nNon-BCFGA Members pay: $220 (including non-refundable Exam Fee: $90 + tax)\n\nOnce you have registered\, we will send you an invoice – you will not be able to pay directly when you are getting your ticket. \n**Minimum Enrolment: Once  a minimum of 10 participants have registered\, BCFGA will finalize the session and notify registrants with full details. \nRegister by April 1st to secure your spot. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/save-the-date-pesticide-applicator-course/2026-04-15/
CATEGORIES:Apples,Cherries,Grapes,Tree Fruits
ORGANIZER;CN="BC Fruit Growers' Association":MAILTO:mcary@bcfga.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260416T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260416T160000
DTSTAMP:20260525T010211
CREATED:20260309T212816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T183549Z
UID:10000352-1776344400-1776355200@crosscommodity.org
SUMMARY:Save the date - Pesticide Applicator Course
DESCRIPTION:Join the BCFGA and Pearl Agricultural Consulting\, Inc. for an in-depth\, industry-focused Pesticide Applicator Certificate (PAC) Course. This training will cover the most up-to-date manuals and study guides\, and participants will have the opportunity to take the certification exam on-site. The course is open to all interested growers(BCFGA member discount available). Prepayment is required to order course and exam materials. (Links to registration page to follow) \nFormat: Full-day course (6 hrs) & Half-day exam (4 hrs)\, location TBD \nDue to the success of the Pesticide Applicator Certification Course last year\, the BCFGA is once again partnering with Pearl Agricultural Consulting\, Inc. to offer this course in 2026. The course is open to all interested growers. Prepayment is required to order exam materials. \n\nBCFGA Members pay a discounted rate: $170 (including non-refundable Exam Fee: $90 + tax)\nNon-BCFGA Members pay: $220 (including non-refundable Exam Fee: $90 + tax)\n\nOnce you have registered\, we will send you an invoice – you will not be able to pay directly when you are getting your ticket. \n**Minimum Enrolment: Once  a minimum of 10 participants have registered\, BCFGA will finalize the session and notify registrants with full details. \nRegister by April 1st to secure your spot. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/save-the-date-pesticide-applicator-course/2026-04-16/
CATEGORIES:Apples,Cherries,Grapes,Tree Fruits
ORGANIZER;CN="BC Fruit Growers' Association":MAILTO:mcary@bcfga.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260417T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260417T160000
DTSTAMP:20260525T010211
CREATED:20260302T164819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T160630Z
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SUMMARY:BCDAS Field Series!
DESCRIPTION:Get ready—BCDAS Field Day Series is back! \n\nWe’re kicking off a three‑part spring lineup with sessions covering early‑season pest pressure\, green tip disease management\, cherry models\, GA timing\, and more. \nSession 1:  \n\nApril 2\, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM\, 3250 East Kelowna Rd\, Kelowna\nApril 2\, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM\, 6040 Bella Vista Rd\, Vernon\n\nSession 2:  \n\nApril 17\, 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM\, 5668 Sawmill Rd\, Oliver\n\nSession 3:  \n\nApril 23\, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM\, 719 36th Ave N\, Creston\n\n  \nPAC points available for all sessions. Please bring your PAC number with you. You must know your PAC number to collect points for each session! \n  \nDAS is funded by the Government of British Columbia through programs and initiatives delivered by the Investment Agriculture Foundation of BC.
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/bcdas-field-series/2026-04-17/
CATEGORIES:Apples,Cherries,Tree Fruits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260420T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260420T163000
DTSTAMP:20260525T010211
CREATED:20260312T184135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T184542Z
UID:10000353-1776675600-1776702600@crosscommodity.org
SUMMARY:Basic First Aid Training for Growers
DESCRIPTION:BCFGA is exploring organizing a Basic First Aid Attendant training course for growers and farm staff in the Okanagan. The training would be delivered as a full-day session during the week of April 20\, with the final date and location confirmed in early April based on pre-registration numbers. \nThe course is intended to help farm operations meet provincial workplace safety requirements\, which require employers with more than one employee to have a trained first aid attendant on site. Workplaces with 1–19 employees require basic first aid training\, while those with 20 or more employees must have an attendant with intermediate training. Maintaining valid first aid certification also supports compliance with Food Safety audit requirements. \nParticipants who successfully complete the training would receive a Basic Level First Aid certificate and would also be eligible to claim 1.0 Category A PAC point. The estimated cost is $150 plus GST. \nMembers who are interested must pre-register by March 27 to help determine demand and confirm the training. You may signal your interest for either or both of a course in Kelowna or Penticton using the links below. Please ensure your full name and email contact are included. Invoices will be written once a date is confirmed and must be paid by Monday\, March 30th in order to secure your place. \n\nKelowna Session: Between April 20-24th\, from 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM – REGISTER HERE!\nPenticton Session: Between April 20-24th\, from 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM – REGISTER HERE!\n\nPlease be sure to bring your PAC number with you to receive your PAC points!
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/basic-first-aid-training-for-growers/
CATEGORIES:Apples,Cherries,Grapes,Tree Fruits
ORGANIZER;CN="BC Fruit Growers' Association":MAILTO:mcary@bcfga.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260423T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260423T110000
DTSTAMP:20260525T010211
CREATED:20260302T164819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T160630Z
UID:10000362-1776936600-1776942000@crosscommodity.org
SUMMARY:BCDAS Field Series!
DESCRIPTION:Get ready—BCDAS Field Day Series is back! \n\nWe’re kicking off a three‑part spring lineup with sessions covering early‑season pest pressure\, green tip disease management\, cherry models\, GA timing\, and more. \nSession 1:  \n\nApril 2\, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM\, 3250 East Kelowna Rd\, Kelowna\nApril 2\, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM\, 6040 Bella Vista Rd\, Vernon\n\nSession 2:  \n\nApril 17\, 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM\, 5668 Sawmill Rd\, Oliver\n\nSession 3:  \n\nApril 23\, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM\, 719 36th Ave N\, Creston\n\n  \nPAC points available for all sessions. Please bring your PAC number with you. You must know your PAC number to collect points for each session! \n  \nDAS is funded by the Government of British Columbia through programs and initiatives delivered by the Investment Agriculture Foundation of BC.
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/bcdas-field-series/2026-04-23/
CATEGORIES:Apples,Cherries,Tree Fruits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260430T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260430T140000
DTSTAMP:20260525T010211
CREATED:20260312T184740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T184740Z
UID:10000354-1777543200-1777557600@crosscommodity.org
SUMMARY:Cross-Commodity Advisory Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This meeting is by invite only. If you have any questions\, please contact Shelby Austen at: sausten@oksir.org
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/cross-commodity-advisory-council-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Apples,Cherries,Grapes,Tree Fruits
ORGANIZER;CN="Cross-Commodity Leadership Support Project":MAILTO:sausten@oksir.org
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