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SUMMARY:Meet the Host Farmers Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Join Young Agrarians for an info session to learn about the Young Agrarians Apprenticeship Program. Meet some of the amazing host farm mentors\, ask questions about their farms\, learn more about the kinds of apprenticeships they offer and what a typical day is like for their apprentices. Bring your questions! \nBy attending this session\, you will have: \n\nincreased chances of getting an interview with the farm of your choice\nthe opportunity to learn about what makes each of the host farms or ranches special\, so you can decide what farm is the right fit for you\na chance to chat with prospective host farm mentors and get a feel for the people you will be working and living with day to day\n\nClick here to learn more and register!
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/meet-the-host-farmers-info-session/
CATEGORIES:Apples,Cherries,Grapes,Tree Fruits
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SUMMARY:Lab to Land: Advancing water and soil research for agricultural resilience
DESCRIPTION:Join the BC Agricultural Climate Action Research Network online to connect with researchers\, farmers\, agrologists\, and policymakers from across the province. Grow your network and participate in thought-provoking discussions on adapting to climate change challenges from farm to landscape scales. This multi-day workshop offers presentations\, panels\, and networking sessions exploring projects and research that are advancing agricultural resilience: \nJanuary 15: Explore collaborative approaches to drought resilience across the province. Featured projects address adaptation from the farm to watershed level and include research from on-farm management to Indigenous co-governance.\nJanuary 16: Dive into research investigating how soil supports ecological and community resilience. Discuss farmer-led research to evaluate soil management practices and learn about collaborative soil stewardship integrating Western scientific and Indigenous methodologies. \nThanks to funding by the BC Ministry of Agriculture & Food\, the workshop is available at no cost. Registration is required. \nMore details and registration: click here!
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/lab-to-land-advancing-water-and-soil-research-for-agricultural-resilience/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Apples,Cherries,Grapes,Tree Fruits
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ORGANIZER;CN="BC Agricultural Climate Action Research Network":MAILTO:info@bcacarn.com
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SUMMARY:BCWGC R&D Series - Third Thursdays!
DESCRIPTION:Remote sensing technique to determine intra-vineyard variations in vigour and fruit quality \nWith Simone D. Castellarin\, Pin Jui Chen\, Christopher Mark  \n  \nWithin vineyards\, the variation in soil characteristics results in different vine vigour and physiological responses\, leading to variability in yield and grape quality. Precision viticulture strategies can potentially manage these intra-vineyard variations. \nIn a study conducted over multiple seasons in Gewürztraminer and Riesling vineyards in the Okanagan Valley\, researchers investigated the variation of vine performance (vigour\, nutrient status\, photosynthesis\, yield) and grape quality (TSS\, TA\, pH\, aroma). This presentation will include the results of the study and strategies for using remote sensing technology as an efficient approach for estimating vine vigor and aromas in vineyards\, enabling the production of distinct wine styles under selective harvest. \nClick here to register!
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/bcwgc-rd-series-third-thursdays/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Grapes
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ORGANIZER;CN="BC Wine Grape Council":MAILTO:info@bcwgc.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250122T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250122T230000
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SUMMARY:BC Agr-Food Industry Gala
DESCRIPTION:Following the success of a recently updated format\, the 2025 BC Agri-Food Industry Gala will once again feature an evening reception with interactive food stations\, live entertainment\, a silent auction and our annual awards presentation. This newer format allows attendees more room to move around and time to network. \nAs a reminder\, these changes include: \n\n\nReduced number of tables in the room to allow for more space to move around and network. Some general seating will be available. \n\n\nReduced number of seats at the tables to eight (was 10). \n\n\nInteractive food stations\, as well as a wide selection of menu tasting options\, in addition to the highly sought-after cheese table. \n\n\nNo sit-down dinner to allow more time for networking. Be sure to visit the many different food stations! \n\n\nLive entertainment. \n\n\nSilent Auction: The annual online silent auction will open for bidding in January 2024. Proceeds go to BC Young Farmers. \nIf your organization is interested in contributing to the auction\, please let us know (email: communications@bcac.ca) \n  \nFor more information and to purchase your tickets\, click here! 
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/bc-agr-food-industry-gala/
LOCATION:Clarion Hotel and Conference Centre\, 36035 N Parallel Rd\, Abbotsford\, BC\, V3G 2C6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Apples,Cherries,Grapes,Tree Fruits
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SUMMARY:Pacific Agriculture Show
DESCRIPTION:The Pacific Agriculture Show will showcase the latest and most innovative equipment and technology for the agriculture industry. Join thousands of farmers and agri-food producers in comparing and investigating what over 300 exhibitors have to make your operation more efficient. \nBC’s agriculture industry is unique in its diversity and the Show attracts an attendance from all the livestock and horticulture sectors including: dairy\, cattle\, poultry\, equine\, hogs\, llamas\, alpacas\, to vegetable\, berry\, grape\, bulb\, ornamentals\, hothouse\, flower and shrub growing and more. For more information\, please contact: info@agricultureshow.net \nClick here to buy tickets!
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/lower-mainland-horticultural-conference/
LOCATION:TradeX\, 1190 Cornell St\, Abbotsford\, BC\, V2T 6H5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Apples,Cherries,Grapes,Tree Fruits
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SUMMARY:District of Lake Country Engagement Session
DESCRIPTION:The District of Lake Country invites the Lake Country Farmers’ Institute to connect with them for project updates\, milestones\, and discussions on: \n\nBeaver Lake Chain and Vernon Creek Water Management Plan.\n\nFocused on managing water resources in beaver lake and Vernon creek to balance existing and future agricultural demands with environmental flows.\n\n\nLiquid Waste Management Plan & Reclaimed Water Use.\n\nA regulatory document required by the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Strategy.\n\n\nAgritourism\nWatershed Initiatives (Local and Basin Wide)\n\nThe LCFI’s AGM will follow the engagement session at 12:30! \nClick here to register!
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/district-of-lake-country-engagement-session/
LOCATION:Beasley Community Centre\, 3450 Woodsdale Road\, Lake Country\, BC\, V4V 1Y5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Apples,Cherries,Grapes,Tree Fruits
ORGANIZER;CN="District of Lake Country":MAILTO:customerservice@lakecountry.bc.ca
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SUMMARY:Lake Country Farmers' Institute AGM
DESCRIPTION:The meeting will consist of: \n\n2024 LCFI annual reports\n2025 election of officers
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/lake-country-farmers-institute-agm/
LOCATION:Beasley Community Centre\, 3450 Woodsdale Road\, Lake Country\, BC\, V4V 1Y5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Apples,Cherries,Grapes,Tree Fruits
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lake Country Farmer's Institute":MAILTO:LCFARMIN2023@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250127T100000
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SUMMARY:BCGA Pruning Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join the BCGA at their annual pruning workshop. This year\, as everyone in the Okanagan Valley will be wading through their vineyards evaluating each individual vine\, we will spend a large part of our time on ways to restructure vines\, taking into consideration different needs and plans. We will also include a practical piece after lunch\, putting the ideas into action. Bring questions about your own vines. Dress warmly\, we will be outside after lunch. This is also a great event to connect with other growers\, share ideas and challenges and build community. \nClick here for more info and to register! 
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/bcga-pruning-workshop/
LOCATION:Phantom Creek Winery\, 4315 Black Sage Rd\, Oliver\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Grapes
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250201T235959
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SUMMARY:Islands Agriculture Show
DESCRIPTION:The conference sessions at the Islands Agriculture Show provides producers the opportunity to get the latest information on research\, farming practices and market opportunities from some of the industry’s most knowledgeable experts. \nDetails on how to purchase tickets\, as well as an agenda overview\, will be provided in the coming weeks. The conference sessions at the Islands Agriculture Show are delivered by the B.C. Ministry of Agriculture and Food in partnership with the Islands Agriculture Show Society. \nFunding for the conference is provided in part by the governments of Canada and British Columbia through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership\, a federal-provincial-territorial initiative.
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/islands-agriculture-show/
LOCATION:Cowichan Exhibition Park\, 7380 Trans-Canada Hwy\, Duncan\, BC\, V9L 6B1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Apples,Cherries,Grapes,Tree Fruits
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