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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:Triggs Lecture Series
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Triggs Lecture Series this August\, featuring both a hands-on field experience and an engaging research presentation. \n\n\nPart 1 – August 11: Explore West Kelowna vineyards on a guided field tour focused on nutrient management strategies across vineyards of different ages. (Final locations to be announced.)\nPart 2 – August 12: Attend a one-hour lecture at the Summerland Research and Development Centre\, offering further insights and discussion.\n\nMore details\, including exact locations and times\, will be shared soon – stay tuned!
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/triggs-lecture-series/2026-08-11/
LOCATION:Summerland Reseach & Development Centre\, 4200 Highway 97\, Summerland\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Grapes
ORGANIZER;CN="BC Wine Grape Council":MAILTO:info@bcwgc.com
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SUMMARY:Triggs Lecture Series
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Triggs Lecture Series this August\, featuring both a hands-on field experience and an engaging research presentation. \n\n\nPart 1 – August 11: Explore West Kelowna vineyards on a guided field tour focused on nutrient management strategies across vineyards of different ages. (Final locations to be announced.)\nPart 2 – August 12: Attend a one-hour lecture at the Summerland Research and Development Centre\, offering further insights and discussion.\n\nMore details\, including exact locations and times\, will be shared soon – stay tuned!
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/triggs-lecture-series/2026-08-12/
LOCATION:Summerland Reseach & Development Centre\, 4200 Highway 97\, Summerland\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Grapes
ORGANIZER;CN="BC Wine Grape Council":MAILTO:info@bcwgc.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260813T090000
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DTSTAMP:20260622T220815Z
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SUMMARY:BCWGC AGM (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:The BC Wine Grape Council Annual General Meeting has been set for Thursday\, August 13\, 2026 from 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.  Full agenda and details will be distributed in the coming weeks. Visit the AGM WEBPAGE for up-to-date information. \nRegister for the meeting here
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/bcwgc-agm-virtual-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Grapes
ORGANIZER;CN="BC Wine Grape Council":MAILTO:info@bcwgc.com
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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:BCGA Grower of the Year\, Tailgate & BBQ
DESCRIPTION:Join us to recognize the Grower of the Year\, benefit from a tailgate talk\, and participate in a BBQ to fuel up before the bulk of the harvest work is upon us. Location TBD.
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/bcga-grower-of-the-year-tailgate-bbq/
CATEGORIES:Grapes
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SUMMARY:Wine Growers BC Annual General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The purpose of the meeting is to conduct the society’s annual business\, including the election of Directors to open seats. Click here for more information! 
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/wine-growers-bc-annual-general-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Grapes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wines of BC":MAILTO:info@winebc.com
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261022T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261022T235959
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SUMMARY:Swirl Around BC Wine Expo
DESCRIPTION:Swirl Around BC Wine Expo is Wine Growers BC’s premier annual event celebrating the excellence and diversity of British Columbia wine. Held each fall in Vancouver\, this exclusive full-member benefit brings together up to 500 key trade and media professionals — including influential buyers\, sommeliers\, educators\, and journalists — for a day of immersive tasting and education. Interested wineries can stay up to date by subscribing to the Weekly Update. Contact Info@WineBC.com if you’ve not yet subscribed\, or if you want to find out more about the event.
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/swirl-around-bc-wine-expo/
LOCATION:Vancouver Convention Centre\, 1055 Canada Pl\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Grapes
ORGANIZER;CN="Wines of BC":MAILTO:info@winebc.com
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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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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20270302T170000
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SUMMARY:Insight Conference and Industry Awards
DESCRIPTION:WGBC’s annual conference and industry awards. More details to come.
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/insight-conference-and-industry-awards/
LOCATION:Penticton Trade & Convention Centre\, 273 Power St\, Penticton\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Grapes
ORGANIZER;CN="Wines of BC":MAILTO:info@winebc.com
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