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SUMMARY:Agriculture in Action: South Okanagan Bus Tour
DESCRIPTION: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 local tree fruit and wine grape growers. Through site visits and open dialogue\, participants will gain valuable insights into agriculture’s critical role and explore solutions for balanced\, supportive policies. \n  \nThis free\, full-day event offers a valuable opportunity for elected officials\, government staff\, and growers to connect\, share perspectives\, and discuss the challenges and opportunities shaping agriculture in the South Okanagan. Tour stops will include Brar Star Orchards in Summerland and Township 7 Vineyards and Winery in Penticton. A final agenda will be distributed closer to the event. \n  \nDetails: \n\nDate & Time: April 2\, 2025\, from 8 am to 4:30 pm\nMeeting Location: Penticton Trade & Convention Centre\nSeats: Limited to 50 participants – RSVP early to secure your spot!\nRegistration: Registration has closed but a few seats are available! Email sausten@oksir.org for more info\nTour Resources: Click here!\n\n  \nIn case you missed the Lake Country Agriculture in Action tour in November\, you can click here to read the report. \n  \nFor more details\, please contact Shelby Austen at sausten@oksir.org.
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/save-the-date-south-okanagan-agriculture-tour-2/
CATEGORIES:Apples,Cherries,Grapes,Tree Fruits
ORGANIZER;CN="Cross-Commodity Leadership Support Project":MAILTO:sausten@oksir.org
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SUMMARY:UBCO Climate+Water Research Symposium
DESCRIPTION: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.   \nDay One of this event (April 9\, 9am – 12pm) will be hosted at UBCO in Kelowna\, with the plenary presentation shared with the Vancouver campus.  It is hosted in collaboration with the Watershed Ecosystem Research Excellence Cluster.  Join us for an engaging morning of sessions. \n\nPlenary Panel (broadcast to CIRS BC Hydro Theatre): lax̌lax̌tkʷ Jeannette Armstrong and John Wagner from the Watershed Ecosystem Research Excellence Cluster\nSession One – Climate\, Water\, and Ecosystem Resilience\nSession Two – Watershed Governance and Management in a Changing Climate\n\nDay Two of this event (April 10\, 9am – 12pm) will be hosted at the UBC Point Grey campus in Vancouver\, with the plenary presentation shared with the Okanagan campus.  It is hosted in collaboration with UBC Sustainability. \n\nPlenary Panel (broadcast to RHS 257): Climate\, Water\, Power with Natasha Affolder (Law)\, Werner Antweiler (Sauder)\, and John Richardson (Forest and Conservation Science)\nExploring theatre-based approaches to work alongside community partners in water research\, Presented by the Research-based Theatre Cluster and Sustainable Water Innovation and Research Laboratory (SWIRL)\nResearch Round Table Discussions\n\nRegister for Day One and Day Two.
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/climatewater-research-symposium/2025-04-09/
LOCATION:UBC Okanagan\, 3333 University Way\, Kelowna\, BC\, V1V 1V7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Apples,Cherries,Grapes,Tree Fruits
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SUMMARY:UBCO Climate+Water Research Symposium
DESCRIPTION: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.   \nDay One of this event (April 9\, 9am – 12pm) will be hosted at UBCO in Kelowna\, with the plenary presentation shared with the Vancouver campus.  It is hosted in collaboration with the Watershed Ecosystem Research Excellence Cluster.  Join us for an engaging morning of sessions. \n\nPlenary Panel (broadcast to CIRS BC Hydro Theatre): lax̌lax̌tkʷ Jeannette Armstrong and John Wagner from the Watershed Ecosystem Research Excellence Cluster\nSession One – Climate\, Water\, and Ecosystem Resilience\nSession Two – Watershed Governance and Management in a Changing Climate\n\nDay Two of this event (April 10\, 9am – 12pm) will be hosted at the UBC Point Grey campus in Vancouver\, with the plenary presentation shared with the Okanagan campus.  It is hosted in collaboration with UBC Sustainability. \n\nPlenary Panel (broadcast to RHS 257): Climate\, Water\, Power with Natasha Affolder (Law)\, Werner Antweiler (Sauder)\, and John Richardson (Forest and Conservation Science)\nExploring theatre-based approaches to work alongside community partners in water research\, Presented by the Research-based Theatre Cluster and Sustainable Water Innovation and Research Laboratory (SWIRL)\nResearch Round Table Discussions\n\nRegister for Day One and Day Two.
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/climatewater-research-symposium/2025-04-10/
LOCATION:UBC Okanagan\, 3333 University Way\, Kelowna\, BC\, V1V 1V7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Apples,Cherries,Grapes,Tree Fruits
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SUMMARY:Grape and Wine National Research Users Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Grape & Wine Research Users Meeting – AAFC Research Results from the CAP Cluster \nHosted in collaboration with Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)\, the Canadian Grapevine Certification Network (CGCN-RCCV)\, and the British Columbia Wine Grape Council (BCWGC)\, this national meeting will showcase the final results of AAFC’s research conducted under the Canadian Agricultural Partnership (CAP) Grape and Wine Science Cluster (2018-2023). Topics include Cold Hardiness & Climate Change\, Quality Improvement\, Management of Virus Diseases\, and Crop Protection & Monitoring. Researchers will present key findings\, impacts\, and innovations shaping the future of viticulture and oenology. Each topic will also include a panel discussion of featured speakers\, with opportunities for audience engaged Q&A. \n\nDate: Thursday\, April 17th\, 2025\nTime: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM PST / 11:30 AM – 7:30 PM EST / 12:30 PM – 8:30 PM AST\nLocation: Summerland Research & Development Centre (in-person or online)\nCost: FREE BUT REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED!!!\n\nFor IN-PERSON attendance\, register here (Maximum of 80 spots): Eventbrite (in-person) \nFor ONLINE attendance\, register here: Eventbrite (virtual) \n  \nDue to space limitations\, spots will be allocated on a first come\, first served basis. Lunch and refreshments will be provided. \nNon-Canadian citizens or permanent residents must register by April 4th (this is due to additional security protocols)\nCanadian citizens and permanent residents must register by April 14th \n  \nRegistration is still required for virtual access. A Microsoft Teams link will be sent to registered attendees 48-72 hours prior to the live event.
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/grape-and-wine-national-research-users-meeting/
LOCATION:Summerland Reseach & Development Centre\, 4200 Highway 97\, Summerland\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Grapes
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ORGANIZER;CN="BC Wine Grape Council":MAILTO:info@bcwgc.com
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SUMMARY:Advanced Plant Breeding Workshop
DESCRIPTION: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 provide you with the tools and knowledge to create thriving\, genetically diverse crops tailored to your growing environment. \nIn this online workshop\, we’ll dive deep into the following advanced plant breeding techniques: \n\nMass Crossing for Genetic Diversity:\nDiscover how to intentionally cross different plant varieties to increase genetic diversity\, improve resilience\, and select for desirable traits like pest resistance\, flavour\, and hardiness. We’ll cover best practices for selecting parent plants\, timing your crossings\, and managing pollination to avoid unwanted genetic traits.\nLandrace Farming & Genetic Adaptation:\nLearn how to create and maintain landrace varieties—open-pollinated\, locally adapted plants that evolve through natural selection over generations. We’ll explore how to build resilient\, diverse plant populations that are well-suited to your region while ensuring genetic health and avoiding inbreeding.\nBiennial Seed Production for Crops Like Beets & Kale:\nMaster the art of growing biennial crops\, such as beets and kale\, for seed production. We’ll teach you how to manage the lifecycle of biennials\, including overwintering plants and ensuring they flower and produce high-quality seeds in the second season.\n\n  \nClick here for more info or to register! 
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/advanced-plant-breeding-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Apples,Cherries,Grapes,Tree Fruits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250428T120000
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SUMMARY:Pesticide Residue Testing Lunch & Learn
DESCRIPTION: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 will highlight the importance and methodology of pesticide residue testing\, answer questions\, and discuss how their services can support the industry—potentially reducing the need to send samples to U.S. labs. \n  \n\nWhere: to be determined\nWhen: April 28th frrom 12:00-2:00 PM\nFormat: Lunch\, presentation\, and discussion (lunch provided)\n\n  \nFor more information and to register\, please contact Gail Nelson at gnelson@bcfga.com
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/pesticide-residue-testing-lunch-learn/
CATEGORIES:Apples,Cherries,Grapes,Tree Fruits
ORGANIZER;CN="BC Fruit Growers' Association":MAILTO:mcary@bcfga.com
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