Growers may need additional horticultural resources and support heading into harvest. A group of horticulturalists and trusted industry voices have organized a series of Horticulture Tailgate events. These sessions will focus on fruit bulking and maturity, Retain, NAA, Mites, post-harvest sprays/fertilizer, and Fall Lime.
Join the Ministry of Agriculture and Food and Southern Irrigation at Phantom Creek Winery to learn how to boost yields while conserving water. Click here to register (please RSVP before August 23)! Event Topics: Government funding and outreach Phantom Creek and their irrigation system Smart irrigation, water use, and efficient practices Event Details: 8:30 am […]
Back by popular demand, the Regional District of Central Okanagan is hosting the annual free tire collection event. Residents across the region are invited to drop off any old or unused tires on or off rims that may create a habitat for mosquitoes as they collect standing water. The event is free of charge and […]
You’re invited to a Farm Tour and Potluck at Medley Organics in Summerland, BC! If you’re curious about what land matching and sharing is all about – or just want to check out what your local farmers are up to – join us for the event! Come out to connect with other farmers and food lovers, share […]
At the request of the grower group working to save the co-op, the BCFGA Board will hold a town hall meeting to hear their concerns. All growers and BCFGA members are welcome.
This event is supported by the BC Climate Agri-Solutions Fund (BCCAF). Funding for the BCCAF has been provided by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada through the Agricultural Climate Solutions – On-Farm Climate Action Fund. BCCAF is delivered by the Investment Agriculture Foundation. Click here to register for the event! We are excited to invite you to […]
The Summerland Fall Fair presents “The Future of Farming in the Okanagan”. There will be a presentation, panel discussion, and social. Speakers will discuss a broad range of agricultural issues affecting growers, consumers, local government, and First Nations. The event is from 3:00-6:00 pm (doors open at 2:30pm) at the Centre Stage Theatre. Entry is […]
Learn more about the incredible science and research happening in BC and how it impacts agriculture! Click here to view the event poster. Meet the scientists, research technicians, biologists, and farmhands Join a guided tour of the labs and fields Learn about the Centre’s history on a minibus ride Visit informative booths on the world […]
Join the BCFGA and AAFC for an engaging demo and field day focused on innovative cover cropping strategies taileded for tree fruit systems and the exciting work of the BC […]
WALI is hosting an information session on Monday, October 21st from 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM for any employers who access workers through the SAWP Mexico program and would like a reminder on […]
The Cross-Commodity Leadership Support Project and it’s industry partners (BCFGA, BCCA, BCGA, BCWGC, and OKSIR) are hosting two agriculture bus tours! Thisfree (full-day) bus tour will bring together local government and First Nations planning staff, producers, industry associations, the province, and others to share perspectives and discuss challenges/opportunities related to agricultural policies and regulations. More […]
Grower Town Hall and BCFGA Regional Meeting Harvest is wrapped up after an extremely difficult year, and BCFGA wants to hear from you! All growers are welcome at the town hall and for lunch. All growers are also welcome to stay for the BCFGA meeting, but only BCFGA members will be able to vote. We […]
