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SUMMARY:Sustainable Crop Production for Resilient Canadian Agriculture
DESCRIPTION:2025 Joint – Society Conference (event poster) \nCanadian Society for Horticultural Science & Canadian Society of Agronomy \n\nFeaturing a local tour and gala dinner\nDiscounted rates for CSHS & CSA members\nDiscounted rates and award opportunities for students\n\n  \nClick here to register!
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/sustainable-crop-production-for-resilient-canadian-agriculture/
LOCATION:UBC Okanagan\, 3333 University Way\, Kelowna\, BC\, V1V 1V7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Apples,Cherries,Grapes,Tree Fruits
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SUMMARY:Heading North: Viticulture's Search for Cooler Climes
DESCRIPTION:Climate change pushes the boundaries of successful viticulture ever further north with new disease-resistant varieties leading the way. The cases in North America and Europe. \nAgenda:  \n\n“From 200 hectares to 5\,000 in 50 years – the growth of British viticulture” by Stephen Skelton\, Viticultural Consultant and Master of Wine\n“From Genes to Vines: Advancing disease-resistant wine grapes in the U.S.” by Luis Antonio Diaz Garcia\, Dep. Of Viticolture and Enology\, University of California Davis\n“Not just Icewine\, young Canadian viticulture dreams big” by Simone Castellarin\, Wine Research Centre | Faculty of Land and Food Systems\, The University of British Columbia\n“VCR\, a century of innovation in viticulture” by Yuri Zambon\, director VCR\n“The future of sustainable viticulture needs natural genes and biotech DNA” by Gabriele di Gaspero\, Institute of Applied Genomics Udine\n“Resilience to climate change depends on the roots” by Gabriele Cola University of Milan.\n\n  \nClick here to register! 
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/heading-north-viticultures-search-for-cooler-climes/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Grapes
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SUMMARY:AgLife Connector Training
DESCRIPTION:What is AgLife Connector Training? \n\nA FREE 4-hour suicide prevention & mental health awareness training aimed at helping participants learn important skills to support producers who may be struggling.\nThis training is adapted from the Canadian Mental Health Association – BC Division’s suicide prevention training to meet the needs of B.C.’s agricultural industry.\nDuring the Connector training\, you will learn CMHA BC’s Check\, Care\, Connect framework to help support BC producers and help connect them to the help they need.\nThe Connector training can be done virtually or in-person. Join our growing provincewide network of Connectors and help promote mental wellness for B.C.’s agricultural industry!\n\n  \nWhen? \n\nTuesday June 10th – 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM PST (virtual; register here)\nTuesday June 24th – 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM PST (virtual; register here)
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/aglife-connector-training-3/2025-06-24/
CATEGORIES:Apples,Cherries,Grapes,Tree Fruits
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Best Practices for U.S. Exports
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Canadian exporter looking to better understand the U.S. customs process and navigate the current tariff situation? Join the Trade Commissioner Service (TCS) on June 24\, 2025\, for a dynamic webinar: Best Practices for U.S. Exports – Leveraging CUSMA & Working with a U.S. Customs Broker. This session is designed to help you navigate U.S. customs requirements\, work effectively with customs brokers\, and determine CUSMA compliance. This session offers practical guidance to help protect your bottom line\, whether you’re new to exporting or want to fine‑tune your approach. \n  \nWhat to Expect? \nGain firsthand insights from Trade Commissioners based in Canada and the U.S.\, showcasing how the TCS network helps overcome export barriers — alongside expert perspectives from: \n\nJim Trubits\, Vice President\, Mohawk Global\nDamon Piatek\, President\, Piatek Customs\nBrian Barber\, President\, Northern Border Customs Brokers Association & Vice President U.S. Brokerage and Government Affairs\, Willson International\n\nThe panelists will share real‑life examples and practical tips from their work with Canadian exporters across sectors. \n  \nWhat you’ll learn: \n\nHow to determine if your goods qualify under CUSMA\nHow to work with a U.S. customs broker and what to expect\nCommon documentation and classification issues — and how to get them right\nWhat to do if something goes wrong at the border\nHow to prepare for audits by U.S. Customs & Border Protection\nKey trends to watch\n\n  \nThe webinar will be available in English only. \nRegister now to boost your confidence in navigating the U.S. customs landscape — and ensure you’re making the most of the CUSMA benefits. \nFor more information\, please contact Linda Soltis.
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/webinar-best-practices-for-u-s-exports/
LOCATION:WebEx
CATEGORIES:Apples,Cherries,Grapes,Tree Fruits
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