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SUMMARY:Information Session on the Canada Grocery Code of Conduct
DESCRIPTION:The Canada Grocery Code is a voluntary\, industry-led framework designed to promote fair\, ethical and transparent commercial dealings between retailers and suppliers across Canada’s grocery supply chain. It is administered by the Office of the Grocery Sector Code of Conduct (OGSCC)\, which provides information\, guidance\, education\, issue reporting tools and dispute resolution processes for OGSCC members. \nRegister Now for the Canada Grocery Code Webinar \nFVGC has arranged for the OGSCC to offer an information sharing webinar on June 16th for FVGC members to learn more about the Code\, how to become a member\, and to ask questions. \nPlease note that you must register in advance to join the call. \nEnglish Webinar Details\nDate: June 16\, 2026\nTime: 11:00 am to 12:00 pm ET (8:00 AM to 9:00 AM PST)\nRegister: Click here to register for the English webinar. \nFrench Webinar Details\nDate: June 16\, 2026\nTime: 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm ET\nRegister: Click here to register for the French webinar. \nMembers who have questions they would like addressed during the webinar may send them to Erik Nielsen at enielsen@fvgc.ca in advance. If members do not feel comfortable asking a question directly during the webinar\, FVGC can raise the question on their behalf\, anonymously. \nFVGC continues to participate in discussions with the OGSCC through its role on the industry advisory group and will continue sharing relevant information with members as implementation moves forward. \nAdditional Resources: \n\nQ&A document\nSign up for OGSCC bulletins to receive future updates directly. Send an email to info@canadacode.org and ask to subscribe to their mailing list.\n OGSCC Website
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/information-session-on-the-canada-grocery-code-of-conduct/
LOCATION:MS Teams
CATEGORIES:Apples,Cherries,Grapes,Tree Fruits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260617T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260617T140000
DTSTAMP:20260615T155007Z
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SUMMARY:Greater Vernon Irrigation District Tailgate
DESCRIPTION:The Ministry of Agriculture is planning a tailgate meeting for producers in the Greater Vernon Irrigation District. \n  \n\nDate: Wednesday June 17 @ 12:30 PM.\nLocation: 4122 East Vernon Road\n\n  \nThe event will include updates on the Greater Vernon Irrigation District water restrictions\, agriculture insurance\, and drought and irrigation resources. The event is open to all producers in the Greater Vernon Irrigation District. Refreshments will be provided.
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/greater-vernon-irrigation-district-tailgate/
LOCATION:4122 East Vernon Road\, 4122 East Vernon Road\, Vernon\, BC
CATEGORIES:Apples,Cherries,Grapes,Tree Fruits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260617T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260617T180000
DTSTAMP:20260612T202506Z
CREATED:20260612T202506Z
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SUMMARY:East Kelowna Water Town Hall
DESCRIPTION:Join the BCFGA and City of Kelowna for a grower focused Town Hall. No registration required!
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/east-kelowna-water-town-hall/
LOCATION:East Kelowna Hall\, 2704 East Kelowna Rd\, Kelowna\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Apples,Cherries,Grapes,Tree Fruits
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ORGANIZER;CN="BC Fruit Growers' Association":MAILTO:mcary@bcfga.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260618T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260618T133000
DTSTAMP:20260501T203613Z
CREATED:20260501T203500Z
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SUMMARY:BCWGC R&D Meeting - Third Thursdays!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the BC Wine Grape Council R&D and Sustainable Winegrowing BC’s Committee Meetings at the Summerland Research and Development Centre (SuRDC). We would like to welcome you to an in-person meeting in Summerland\, BC. Join your research colleagues from other institutions and wine grape industry members to discuss challenges and research opportunities happening in BC. Outputs from the day will help to prioritize R&D activities and foster collaboration between researchers and industry. \nPlease note: Registration required. All detail fields must be filled when registering for your ticket. The SuRDC requires all non-Canadian residents to provide their citizenship number for security clearance purposes. Thank you! \nJoin us for an in-person meeting to connect researchers\, associations and industry and discuss project opportunities for the BC wine grape industry. Presentations will include: \n\nWine Grape Industry Task Force – Year One Update\nClimate Resilience Working Group – Innovation Hub Pilot\nSustainable Winegrowing BC – Viticulture Certification – Program Pilot\nBC Wine Grape Council – S-CAP funded projects\n\nRSVP by midnight on June 14\, 2026. Click below to register: \n\nRegister for in-person\nRegister for online\n\n  \nContact Kate Durisek\, info@bcwgc.org\, with any questions about the day. \nThis is a fantastic opportunity for industry professionals to come together for collaboration\, discussion\, and innovation in the world of wine grape research and development. Don’t miss out on this chance to network with like-minded individuals and contribute to the advancement of the BC wine industry. We look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/bcwgc-rd-meeting-third-thursdays-2/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Grapes
ORGANIZER;CN="BC Wine Grape Council":MAILTO:info@bcwgc.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260623T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260623T183000
DTSTAMP:20260615T155353Z
CREATED:20260615T155353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260615T155353Z
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SUMMARY:Greater Vernon Water Ag Info Session
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/greater-vernon-water-ag-info-session/
LOCATION:Coldstream Community Hall\, 9909 Kalamalka Rd\, Coldstream\, BC
CATEGORIES:Apples,Cherries,Grapes,Tree Fruits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260624T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260625T235959
DTSTAMP:20260109T185613Z
CREATED:20251014T155059Z
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SUMMARY:BC Agriculture Forum
DESCRIPTION:BCFGA and our Interior horticultural partners are working together to make sure our region has a strong voice within the provincial organization. We’re happy to share that the first BC Agriculture Forum will be held in Penticton. BC Agriculture Council (BCAC) will host the first BC Agriculture Forum on June 24–25\, 2026\, at the Penticton Lakeside Resort. The event brings together farmers\, ranchers\, government\, and industry partners to tackle key issues shaping B.C.’s agriculture future. \n  \nThe program includes a farm tour\, reception\, and sessions focused on policy\, investment\, and collaboration. “Now is the time to plan for the next fifty years\,” says BCAC Executive Director Danielle Synotte. The Forum replaces BCAC’s January gala and will help set a shared direction for the next generation. \n  \nLearn more and register here! 
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/bc-agriculture-forum/
LOCATION:Penticton Lakeside Resort & Convention Centre\, 21 Lakeshore Dr W\, Penticton\, BC\, V2A 7M5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Apples,Cherries,Grapes,Tree Fruits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260624T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260624T133000
DTSTAMP:20260611T153258Z
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SUMMARY:Practical Composting Workshop (Vancouver Island)
DESCRIPTION:Harnessing the Power of Indigenous Microbes to Regenerate Living Soil\nAmy Luck-MacGregor from Spring Hill Soil Lab will guide us through the fascinating world of soil biology and practical composting. Topics will include: \n\nUnderstanding the Soil Food Web\, why it matters\, and how biology can help regenerate living soil\nIdentifying key soil organisms involved in nutrient cycling\nLearning the principles of building a compost pile that acts as a highly diverse indigenous microbial inoculum\nGaining hands-on experience by building a 250–300 gallon (50–60 bucket) “biologically complete” compost pile using a custom recipe\n\nWhen:  Wednesday\, June 24\, 2026 | 9:00 AM – approximately 1:30 PM\nWhere: Blue Grouse Winery\, 2182 Lakeside Road\, Duncan\, BC\nCost:  $50 for members | $100 for non-members (lunch and refreshments included)\nTo participate please email us to info@wiga.ca with the following information: Name of participant and organisation(winery)\, payment method\, any dietary restrictions! \n  \n  \nThis project was funded by the governments of Canada and British Columbia through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership\, a federal-provincial-territorial initiative.
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/practical-composting-workshop-vancouver-island/
LOCATION:Blue Grouse Winery\, 2182 Lakeside Road\, Duncan\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Grapes
ORGANIZER;CN="Wine Islands Growers Association":MAILTO:info@wiga.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260629T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260629T120000
DTSTAMP:20260618T214048Z
CREATED:20260618T214048Z
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SUMMARY:Cover Crops\, Compost\, and Biodiversity: A CedarCreek Vineyard Field Day
DESCRIPTION:In-depth look at how cover cropping\, biodiversity\, compost\, and soil health are being integrated into vineyard management in the Okanagan. Join FarmFolk CityFolk for a field day for farmers\, growers\, and agricultural professionals exploring regenerative vineyard practices in the Okanagan. \nWe will begin at 9:30 am at CedarCreek Estate Winery before heading together to the farm site for an in-depth look at how cover cropping\, biodiversity\, compost\, and soil health are being integrated into vineyard management. CedarCreek Estate Winery is a certified organic winery in the Okanagan Valley with a growing focus on regenerative viticulture\, biodiversity\, and long-term soil health across its vineyard operations. The field day will be led by Kurt Simcic\, Viticulturist at CedarCreek Estate Winery\, whose work focuses on building vineyard resilience through regenerative and organic practices\, including cover crops\, beneficial habitat\, and integrated biodiversity to support healthy soils and high-quality grapes. Kurt has played a key role in advancing organic viticulture across CedarCreek and other Okanagan vineyards. Joining the discussion will be Alejandra Galvan\, Sustainability Manager at Cedar Creek\, who will share insights into the winery’s broader sustainability approach and how ecological stewardship is being incorporated across operations. \n\n\n\nThrough discussion and time in the field\, participants will gain practical insights into vineyard soil management\, biodiversity strategies\, and farming approaches that support both productivity and environmental health. \nThis is an in-person field day for farmers\, growers\, and agricultural professionals. Space is limited to 25 participants\, and advance registration is required. REGISTER HERE! \n  \nThis event is funded\, in part\, by the Climate Agri-Solutions Fund (CAF). Funding for CAF has been provided by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada through the Agricultural Climate Solutions – On-Farm Climate Action Fund. CAF is delivered by IAF. \nAdditional funding provided through Farmers for Climate Solutions.
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/cover-crops-compost-and-biodiversity-a-cedarcreek-vineyard-field-day/
LOCATION:Cedar Creek Estate Winery\, 5445 Lakeshore Road\, Kelowna\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Grapes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260629T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260629T170000
DTSTAMP:20260616T163302Z
CREATED:20260616T163302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T163302Z
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SUMMARY:Vernon Irrigation Tailgate
DESCRIPTION:Join the BCFGA and Ministry of Agriculture and Food for a tailgate focused on tree physiology\, irrigation scheduling\, and management tools. Speakers include Kirsten Hannam\, Denise Neilson\, and Bruce Naka. \n  \nThis tailgate will be held in the Vernon area (final locations TBD). Stay tuned for more details!
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/vernon-irrigation-tailgate/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Apples,Cherries,Grapes,Tree Fruits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260706T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260706T173000
DTSTAMP:20260702T155221Z
CREATED:20260702T155221Z
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SUMMARY:Reclaimed Water Info Session for Bella Vista Users
DESCRIPTION:Bella Vista irrigators are invited to attend an upcoming information session on the use of reclaimed water for irrigation. With increasing pressure on water supplies\, reclaimed water may offer an opportunity to expand irrigation availability in the Bella Vista system. \nJoin us to hear: \n\nA local producer’s firsthand experience using reclaimed water\nHow tertiary water is treated and what its quality profile looks like\nWhat this could mean for irrigation supply in Bella Vista\n\nThe session will also include time for open discussion so irrigators can ask questions and share perspectives. We strongly encourage all Bella Vista water users to attend and be part of the conversation. \n\nDate: Monday\, July 6\, 2026\nTime: 4:00 – 5:30 PM\nLocation: 585 Commonage Road\, Vernon\, BC
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/reclaimed-water-info-session-for-bella-vista-users/
LOCATION:585 Commonage Road\, 585 Commonage Road\, Vernon\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Apples,Cherries,Grapes,Tree Fruits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260716T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260716T110000
DTSTAMP:20260611T202450Z
CREATED:20260610T152736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T202450Z
UID:10000404-1784196000-1784199600@crosscommodity.org
SUMMARY:Free Webinar to Explore Drought\, Rising Costs\, and Farm Resilience
DESCRIPTION:Agrotek Industries\, a BC-based Indigenous-led agritech company focused on soil health and sustainable agriculture solutions\, is launching a new educational webinar series designed to foster dialogue and knowledge sharing across the agricultural sector. The first webinar\, “Global Conflicts and Drought Season: Farming Smarter Under Pressure”\, will explore how growers and industry experts are responding to rising input costs\, drought conditions\, and increasing uncertainty across the sector. \nConfirmed speakers include: \n\nJuan Paez\, Wild Flight Farm\nRobby Gass\, Alba Organics\nAdditional speakers from academia and industry organizations are expected to be announced in the coming weeks.\n\n“Our goal is to create a space where growers\, researchers\, and industry organizations can come together to exchange ideas and practical lessons from the field\,” said Jonathan Mathias\, CEO of Agrotek Industries. “Agriculture faces complex challenges\, and collaboration will be key to building more resilient food systems.” \nThe webinar is the first in a broader series of conversations that Agrotek plans to host throughout 2026 and 2027\, covering topics such as post-harvest planning\, farm finance\, and the future of food security and food sovereignty. The event is free and open to growers\, agricultural professionals\, researchers\, students\, and anyone interested in the future of agriculture. \nEvent Details: \n\nWhat: Global Conflicts and Drought Season: Farming Smarter Under Pressure\nWhen: July 16\, 2026\, 10:00–11:00 a.m. PT\nWhere: Online\nCost: Free\n\nRegister here!\nAbout Agrotek Industries:\nAgrotek Industries is a BC-based agritech company focused on supporting healthier soils\, stronger crops\, and more resilient farms through soil health and plant nutrition solutions. Supported by the BC Centre for Agritech Innovation (BCCAI)\, led by Simon Fraser University\, Agrotek works alongside researchers\, growers\, and industry partners to advance practical solutions for sustainable agriculture. Proudly supporting growers across Canada and beyond\, the company is committed to helping agriculture thrive from the ground up.
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/free-webinar-to-explore-drought-rising-costs-and-farm-resilience/
LOCATION:Microsoft Teams
CATEGORIES:Apples,Cherries,Grapes,Tree Fruits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260716T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260716T130000
DTSTAMP:20260706T153728Z
CREATED:20260706T153657Z
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SUMMARY:BCWGC R&D Meeting - Third Thursdays!
DESCRIPTION:Decision support for BC wine grapes: Cold hardiness modeling and the Canadian Vineyard Atlas \nDr. Jumi Gogoi\, UBC \nThis session will introduce new predictive models being developed to forecast cold hardiness risk across BC’s diverse vineyard regions and grape varieties. We will also showcase the Canadian Vineyard Atlas – a free\, interactive map app that lets growers explore vineyard locations and access daily weather and satellite data across BC. Together\, these tools aim to support BC growers with timely\, science-based information for vineyard risk management. \n  \nRegister here! 
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/bcwgc-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:20260716T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260716T163000
DTSTAMP:20260706T154458Z
CREATED:20260706T154458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T154458Z
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SUMMARY:East Kelowna Irrigation Tailgate
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/east-kelowna-irrigation-tailgate/
LOCATION:2795 Dunster Road\, 2795 Dunster Road\, Kelowna\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Apples,Cherries,Grapes,Tree Fruits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260723T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260723T120000
DTSTAMP:20260720T164545Z
CREATED:20260720T164139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T164545Z
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SUMMARY:Field Tour: Innovative Water Storage
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a morning Field Tour at Rosebank Farms in Armstrong. Andrea and Steve Gunner have harnessed the power of in-ground water catchment storage tanks to solve both water shortages and contamination issues. Registration is not required! \n\nWhere: 4218 Wyatt Road\, Armstrong\nWhen: July 23 @ 10 AM – 12 PM\nMore info: email catherine@agrowest.ca
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/innovative-water-storage/
LOCATION:Rosebank Farms\, 4218 Wyatt Rd\, Armstrong\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Apples,Cherries,Grapes,Tree Fruits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260729T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260729T200000
DTSTAMP:20260706T153414Z
CREATED:20260706T153414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T153414Z
UID:10000430-1785349800-1785355200@crosscommodity.org
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260804T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260804T150000
DTSTAMP:20260720T164508Z
CREATED:20260720T164459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T164508Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260806T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260806T140000
DTSTAMP:20260804T152239Z
CREATED:20260804T152239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T152239Z
UID:10000447-1786021200-1786024800@crosscommodity.org
SUMMARY:Ag HR Check-in
DESCRIPTION:CAHRC has launched a monthly Ag HR Check-In\, a virtual opportunity for producers\, farm managers or HR professionals to connect\, discuss workforce challenges\, and share practical solutions with peers from across the industry. \n  \nRegister here! 
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/ag-hr-check-in/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Apples,Cherries,Grapes,Tree Fruits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260811T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260811T235959
DTSTAMP:20260616T162039Z
CREATED:20260616T162039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T162039Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260812T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260812T170000
DTSTAMP:20260616T162039Z
CREATED:20260616T162039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T162039Z
UID:10000413-1786521600-1786554000@crosscommodity.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260813T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260813T100000
DTSTAMP:20260622T220815Z
CREATED:20260622T220815Z
LAST-MODIFIED: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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260827T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260827T110000
DTSTAMP:20260825T222717Z
CREATED:20260825T222717Z
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SUMMARY:Disasters & Insurance: What You Need to Know
DESCRIPTION:Navigate business insurance with ease. Broker Stephanie Heng shares practical guidance on claims and coverage to speed up recovery! \n\n\n\n\nWhen disaster strikes or operations are unexpectedly disrupted\, navigating commercial insurance can feel overwhelming. \nJoin us for a practical\, information-packed session designed to help local business owners understand their coverage and take the right steps toward recovery. \nFacilitated by Stephanie Heng\, Commercial Insurance Broker at Johnston Meier Insurance\, this workshop walks you through the essential steps to take when dealing with business disruption from unexpected events. \nWhat you will learn: \n\nKey policy terms\, common disaster protections\, and what is typically covered.\nThe critical records\, photos\, and financial documentation you should have organized before and after an incident.\nPractical advice on communicating effectively with your insurance provider and adjusters to streamline the claims process.\nAn open question-and-answer period at the end of the session to address your specific questions and concerns.\n\nEquip your business with the clarity and tools needed to respond with confidence. \nPre-registration is required for this event as registered participants will be emailed a Teams link for this workshop before the event. \nQuestions? Please reach out to our team at workshop@futuresbc.com. \n\nClick here to register! 
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/disasters-insurance-what-you-need-to-know/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Apples,Cherries,Grapes,Tree Fruits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260909T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260909T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T220103Z
CREATED:20260501T220103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T220103Z
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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/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Grapes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wines of BC":MAILTO:info@winebc.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260924T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260924T160000
DTSTAMP:20260916T190055Z
CREATED:20260916T190055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T190055Z
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SUMMARY:ECLS Employer Information Session
DESCRIPTION:The Eastern Caribbean Liaison Service (ECLS) is hosting an Employer information session about sourcing Eastern Caribbean SAWP/AgStream workers under the Temporary Foreign Worker Programme (TFWP).  This presentation will include an overview of the services provided by the ECLS to employers and workers\, as well as the recruitment process. \n  \nNote also that the St. Lucia Minister of Labour will participate in the presentation to promote Eastern Caribbean workers. After the presentation\, the ECLS team would be available to answer any questions from employers \n  \nWhere: BCFGA Office – 1470 St Paul Street\, Kelowna \nWhen: Thursday\, September 24th from 2:00 to 4:00 PM \n  \nPlease RSVP
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/ecls-employer-information-session/
LOCATION:BC Fruit Growers’ Association\, #203 - 1470 St Paul Street\, Kelowna\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Apples,Cherries,Grapes,Tree Fruits
ORGANIZER;CN="BC Fruit Growers' Association":MAILTO:mcary@bcfga.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260925T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260925T200000
DTSTAMP:20260922T154623Z
CREATED:20260914T154815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T154623Z
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SUMMARY:Local Government Candidates Forum
DESCRIPTION:Save the date for BCFGA’s “Get Ag on the Agenda” advocacy campaign. With the fast-approaching local elections\, the BCFGA has launched an advocacy campaign to “Get Ag on the Agenda.” They will be hosting 3 agriculture-focused candidate forums. Please save the dates: \n\nKelowna: September 25\, 6-8 PM\, East Kelowna Hall\nVernon: September 28\, 6-8 PM\, Lakers Club House\n\n  \nIn addition to the forums\, candidates in all tree-fruit growing regions will be surveyed about their plans to include agriculture in their platforms. All responses will be logged and displayed on the BCFGA website (…final locations and landing page coming soon!)
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/local-government-candidates-forum/2026-09-25/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Apples,Cherries,Grapes,Tree Fruits
ORGANIZER;CN="BC Fruit Growers' Association":MAILTO:mcary@bcfga.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260928T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260928T200000
DTSTAMP:20260922T154623Z
CREATED:20260914T154815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T154623Z
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SUMMARY:Local Government Candidates Forum
DESCRIPTION:Save the date for BCFGA’s “Get Ag on the Agenda” advocacy campaign. With the fast-approaching local elections\, the BCFGA has launched an advocacy campaign to “Get Ag on the Agenda.” They will be hosting 3 agriculture-focused candidate forums. Please save the dates: \n\nKelowna: September 25\, 6-8 PM\, East Kelowna Hall\nVernon: September 28\, 6-8 PM\, Lakers Club House\n\n  \nIn addition to the forums\, candidates in all tree-fruit growing regions will be surveyed about their plans to include agriculture in their platforms. All responses will be logged and displayed on the BCFGA website (…final locations and landing page coming soon!)
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/local-government-candidates-forum/2026-09-28/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Apples,Cherries,Grapes,Tree Fruits
ORGANIZER;CN="BC Fruit Growers' Association":MAILTO:mcary@bcfga.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261020T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261020T163000
DTSTAMP:20260922T200700Z
CREATED:20260922T200520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T200700Z
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SUMMARY:Okanagan Food System Summit
DESCRIPTION:Bringing the Okanagan food system together to connect\, tackle shared challenges and turn our region’s abundance into collective action. \n\n\n\n\nWhere abundance meets action.\nThe Okanagan is a region of extraordinary abundance. \nWe grow food. We produce wine. We cultivate orchards and farms. We have innovative chefs\, food entrepreneurs\, community organizations\, Indigenous knowledge holders\, educators\, businesses and local leaders working throughout the food system. And yet\, alongside this abundance\, our region is navigating increasing food insecurity\, affordability pressures\, climate impacts\, agricultural challenges\, food waste\, infrastructure gaps and changing community needs. \n\nClick here for more information and to register! 
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/okanagan-food-system-summit/
LOCATION:Okanagan College\, 1000 KLO Road\, Kelowna\, BC\, V1Y 4X8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Apples,Cherries,Grapes,Tree Fruits
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261021T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261021T201500
DTSTAMP:20261014T153307Z
CREATED:20261014T153307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T153307Z
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SUMMARY:LiteFarm Farm Management Software Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Learn how a free farm management platform can support record keeping\, crop planning\, and climate resilience. \n\n\n\n\nCurious whether a farm management app could save you time\, improve your records\, and support better decision-making on your farm? \nJoin us for a practical webinar introducing LiteFarm\, a free farm management platform designed for diversified\, organic\, and regenerative farms. You’ll see how LiteFarm can help with crop planning\, record keeping\, soil management\, and day-to-day farm operations\, while maintaining farmer control over their data. \nWe’ll also introduce a new Agroecology & Climate Resilience Assessment being piloted in BC. Through the assessment\, producers will receive personalized insights into their farm’s strengths and opportunities while contributing to research aimed at supporting more resilient farming systems. \nWhy Attend? \n\nLearn how LiteFarm can support farm planning\, record keeping\, and decision-making.\nExplore tools designed for organic and regenerative farming systems.\nUnderstand the costs\, benefits\, and practical applications of farm management software.\nLearn how to assess and track agroecological practices on your farm.\nConnect directly with the research team and LiteFarm staff.\nFind out how to participate in the pilot project.\n\nThis session is designed to support real‑world decision‑making. A key goal of the webinar is to connect with farmers who are curious about biochar\, interested in seeing on‑farm demonstrations\, or open to trialing it within their own operations. \nThis webinar is intended for small-hold farmers\, mixed farmers\, farm advisors\, and others looking for practical\, research‑informed farm management tools. \n\nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER! \n\n~~~ \nThe work shared in this webinar is underway as part of the Agroecology for Climate Resilience project at UBC’s Institute for Resources\, Environment and Sustainability (IRES)\, in collaboration with Organic BC.
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/litefarm-farm-management-software-webinar/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Apples,Cherries,Grapes,Tree Fruits
ORGANIZER;CN="BC Agricultural Climate Action Research Network":MAILTO:info@bcacarn.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261022T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261022T235959
DTSTAMP:20260609T203642Z
CREATED:20260609T203642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T203642Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261026T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261027T235959
DTSTAMP:20260911T155741Z
CREATED:20260911T153829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T155741Z
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SUMMARY:Cultivating Resilience Summit
DESCRIPTION:Advancing Climate-Smart Agri-Food\nJoin us for a national summit uniting cross‑sector leaders driving Canada’s climate‑smart agri‑food innovation and collaboration. The 2025 Cultivating Resilience Summit\, held in Vancouver\, British Columbia\, demonstrated the value of this convening model\, bringing together over 180 participants for meaningful dialogue and exchange. \nIn 2026\, the Summit will be hosted in Calgary\, Alberta\, aligning with the International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists (IYRP). We will highlight the role of rangelands and pastoral systems in advancing climate resilience\, biodiversity conservation\, food security\, and sustainable agriculture—while positioning these insights within a broader national framework.  \n  \nRegister here! 
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/cultivating-resilience-summit/
LOCATION:University of Calgary Downtown Campus\, 906 8 Ave SW\, Calgary\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Apples,Cherries,Grapes,Tree Fruits
ORGANIZER;CN="BC Agricultural Climate Action Research Network":MAILTO:info@bcacarn.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261106T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261106T235959
DTSTAMP:20260916T155127Z
CREATED:20260916T155127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T155127Z
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SUMMARY:BCGA Grower Day
DESCRIPTION:Come join the BCGA for a Vineyard Nutritional Management Seminar & Tailgate BBQ! \nBecause of the wildfire situation affecting the Okanagan\, the BCGA Annual Growers Day scheduled for August 21\, 2026\, was postponed. We now have a new date of November 6 – more info to follow! \nNominations for Grower of the Year are open until October 30\, 2026.\nWe’ll be giving out the award in February at the AGM – date and details to follow shortly!
URL:https://crosscommodity.org/event/bcga-grower-day/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Grapes
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