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SUMMARY:Cover Cropping for Orchard Soil Health: A Virtual Field Day at Little Dog Farm
DESCRIPTION:How can cover cropping improve soil health\, support nutrient cycling\, and help orchards become more resilient to drought? \nJoin us on Wednesday\, July 29 for a virtual field day filmed at Little Dog Farm in Creston\, BC. Orchard stewards Cathy and Ian Finley will share how they have used diverse cover crop mixes to rebuild soil after decades of depletion\, improve water movement\, increase organic matter\, and support healthier orchard systems. \nYou will also hear from regenerative soil specialist Jo Tobias of RootShoot Soils\, who will discuss the role of soil biology\, compost-based liquid bio-blends\, and practical strategies for improving soil function. The evening includes a pre-recorded farm tour followed by a live Q&A with Ian Finley and Jo Tobias\, giving you the opportunity to ask questions and learn more about the practices being used at Little Dog Farm. Whether you grow fruit\, manage perennial crops\, or are interested in regenerative agriculture\, we hope you will join us. \n  \nRegister here! 
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/cover-cropping-for-orchard-soil-health-a-virtual-field-day-at-little-dog-farm/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Apples,Cherries,Grapes,Tree Fruits
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SUMMARY:Field Tour: Installing a water catchment pond
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn the process undertaken at Fresh Valley Farms to install a water catchment pond. Common pitfalls\, troubleshooting\, and lessons learned. \n  \n\nWhere: 1346 Mountain View Road\nWhen: August 4th @ 1 PM – 3 PM\nRegister: Email catherine@agrowest.ca 
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/field-tour-installing-a-water-catchment-pond/
LOCATION:Fresh Valley Farms\, 1346 Mountain View Rd\, Armstrong\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Apples,Cherries,Grapes,Tree Fruits
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SUMMARY:Cherry Day at SRDC!
DESCRIPTION:Save the date for the 2026 Cherry Commodity Day at the Ornamental Gardens and Fields of Summerland Research and Development Centre! Join us for field talks\, researcher engagement\, and meet new late varieties. \nPlease join us to meet\, taste\, and discuss: \n\nnew late season cherry varieties\nproduction physiology on some new cultivars\nupdates on other cherry research\nand more\n\nClick here to register!
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/2026-commodity-days-cherry/
LOCATION:Summerland Reseach & Development Centre\, 4200 Highway 97\, Summerland\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Cherries,Tree Fruits
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SUMMARY:Farm Tour and Potluck at SilverStar Veggies
DESCRIPTION:Please join Young Agrarians and farmers Eric and Miho for a Farm Tour and Potluck at SilverStar Veggies in Vernon! \nSilverStar Veggies was established by Eric and Miho in 2021 on land leased through the BC Land Matching Program\, and they grow a variety of vegetables\, herbs\, and fruits. As the owners and operators of SilverStar Veggies\, Eric and Miho enjoy combining traditional and modern farming techniques to grow high-quality produce for their community. \nEric and Miho will discuss the journey of scaling up their farm over the past five years while operating on leased land. The event will wrap up with a light potluck meal\, with plenty of time to ask questions and connect with fellow farmers and food-lovers. \nThis event is free\, but registration is required as spots are limited. We hope to see you there! \nEVENT DETAILS \n\nDate: Sunday\, August 16\, 2026 • 9:30 am – 12:30 pm\nLocation: Syilx Territory. 6311 Silver Star Road\, Vernon\, BC\nRegister: Click here!
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/farm-tour-and-potluck-at-silverstar-veggies/
LOCATION:6311 Silver Star Road\, 6311 Silver Star Road\, Vernon\, BC\, V1B 3P3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Apples,Cherries,Grapes,Tree Fruits
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SUMMARY:BCCA Cherry Pruning Days
DESCRIPTION:Join the BCCA for a field day focused on chainsaw pruning and preparing your orchard for winter! More details will be shared soon. \n\nAug 20: Summerland\, location TBD\nAug 26: Kelowna/Lake Country\, location TBD
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/bcca-cherry-pruning-days/2026-08-20/
CATEGORIES:Cherries,Tree Fruits
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SUMMARY:BCCA Cherry Pruning Days
DESCRIPTION:Join the BCCA for a field day focused on chainsaw pruning and preparing your orchard for winter! More details will be shared soon. \n\nAug 20: Summerland\, location TBD\nAug 26: Kelowna/Lake Country\, location TBD
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/bcca-cherry-pruning-days/2026-08-26/
CATEGORIES:Cherries,Tree Fruits
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SUMMARY:Save the date - SRDC Open House
DESCRIPTION:Save the date for an Open House at the Summerland Research and Development Centre on Sept 19th. More details to come\, but open to industry\, and the public. The day will consist of farm tours\, research talks\,  as well as booths/displays. Stay tuned for more info!
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/save-the-date-srdc-open-house/
LOCATION:Summerland Reseach & Development Centre\, 4200 Highway 97\, Summerland\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Apples,Cherries,Grapes,Tree Fruits
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SUMMARY:Pathways to Practice: Careers and Skills for Agriculture Extension
DESCRIPTION:ACARN is excited to announce the Pathways to Practice: Careers and Skills for Agriculture Extension event in BC on November 28\, 2026. The one-day professional development conference focuses on careers in agri-extension. Designed for students\, early-career professionals\, researchers\, agrologists\, consultants\, industry representatives\, and others interested in connecting research with practice\, the event will explore the skills\, opportunities\, and career pathways for shaping agricultural extension in British Columbia. \nThrough keynote presentations\, panel discussions\, interactive workshops\, and networking opportunities\, participants will gain practical insights from experienced professionals and build valuable connections across the sector. The day will conclude with a networking reception to connect employers\, mentors\, and peers from across BC’s agriculture community. \nStay tuned for event details and registration information!
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/pathways-to-practice-careers-and-skills-for-agriculture-extension/
CATEGORIES:Apples,Cherries,Grapes,Tree Fruits
ORGANIZER;CN="BC Agricultural Climate Action Research Network":MAILTO:info@bcacarn.com
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SUMMARY:Hold for BCCA AGM!
DESCRIPTION:Save the date for the BC Cherry Association AGM on February 26\, 2027 at Trinity Church in Kelowna. More details to come!
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/hold-for-bcca-agm/
LOCATION:Trinity Church\, 1905 Springfield Rd\, Kelowna\, BC\, V1Y 7V7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Cherries,Tree Fruits
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