BCWGC R&D Series - Third Thursdays!
2026-02-19 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Vancouver) | Zoom
Mitacs Proposal – Tracking Provincial Sparkling Wine Harvest Chemistry & Characterizing Chemical and Sensory Qualities of BC Bubbles
Hannah Charnock, Brock University
Sparkling wine is a growing market segment, highlighting clear opportunities for domestic development. In BC, producers face significant vintage-to-vintage variability driven by climate pressures, yet there is currently no central framework to track harvest chemistry or characterize the composition of finished sparkling wines across regions. This project addresses that gap by establishing a provincial harvest chemistry database for key sparkling wine varieties alongside sensory and chemical benchmarking of finished wines, providing practical tools to support data-driven harvest decision-making and long-term category development with enhanced quality and resilience.
Researcher Bio:
Hannah Charnock holds a PhD in Oenology & Viticulture from Brock University, where her research focused on the chemistry of sparkling wine aging. She recently completed a postdoctoral appointment at the University of Bordeaux’s Institut des Sciences de la Vigne et du Vin, conducting industry research on red wine aroma composition and sensory interactions. Her background includes harvests at premium sparkling wine producers in the UK, and industry leadership experience in sensory science and quality systems at Phillips Brewing & Malting Co. Hannah holds her WSET Level 3 and a Certificate in Wine Business Management from the Goodman School of Business.
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Cover Crops in BC - Webinar
2026-02-19 12:00 - 13:00
This two-part webinar series brings cover cropping to life by exploring how thoughtful species selection and management can improve nutrient cycling, soil structure, biodiversity, and long-term farm performance across British Columbia. Whether you’re just starting to explore cover crops or looking to refine existing practices, these sessions will provide the insight and inspiration needed to integrate cover cropping into real-world systems.
🌿Part One: Cover Crops in BC – Why They Matter and How They Work
February 19, 2026, 12-1 pm
🌿Part Two: Cover Crop Management & Mix Design – From Strategy to Success
February 26, 2026, 12-1 pm

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BC HR Toolkit Walkthrough
2026-02-19 13:00 - 14:00
If you run a family farm or a larger business, you already know how hard it can be to find and keep right people. With labour challenges affecting every part of the industry, HR isn’t just “nice to have”, it’s essential to long term business success. That’s why BC HR Toolkit was created; your all-in-one HR resource designed specifically for BC’s agriculture and food-processing employers. Join us for a walkthrough of the platform as we explore the best way to utilize the Toolkit for your operation. Ask your questions and discover the benefits of this FREE resource.
Two sessions will be provided:

Jan 29, 2026 @ 1:00 PM
Feb 19 2026 @ 1:00 PM

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