This webinar will provide an overview of paperwork needed to import grapes into BC from Washington state and a Q&A session with CFIA staff. Join industry colleagues and association representatives for this informative session on navigating administrative requirements for importing grapes from the USA into Canada. Representatives from the CFIA and CBSA will be on […]
The Summerland Fall Fair presents “The Future of Farming in the Okanagan”. There will be a presentation, panel discussion, and social. Speakers will discuss a broad range of agricultural issues affecting growers, consumers, local government, and First Nations. The event is from 3:00-6:00 pm (doors open at 2:30pm) at the Centre Stage Theatre. Entry is […]
Regulatory Roadmap for Importing Grapes by British Columbia Wineries: First Mover Experiences AIDV Canada, with support from our colleagues at the U.S. Section of the International Wine Law Association, is […]
Topic: Advancements in Diagnostics Supporting Clean Plant Program for Grapevines and an Introduction to Genome BC Dr. Sudarsana Poojari, Brock University Grapevine virus disease management has been identified as a top […]
Learn more about the incredible science and research happening in BC and how it impacts agriculture! Click here to view the event poster. Meet the scientists, research technicians, biologists, and farmhands Join a guided tour of the labs and fields Learn about the Centre’s history on a minibus ride Visit informative booths on the world […]
Biochar in vineyard, orchard and farm applications – soil health, yields, resilience and climate solutions – Erica Massey, Regenerative Geo Services This session will encourage discussion on biochar and regenerative […]
WALI is hosting an information session on Monday, October 21st from 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM for any employers who access workers through the SAWP Mexico program and would like a reminder on […]
The Cross-Commodity Leadership Support Project and it’s industry partners (BCFGA, BCCA, BCGA, BCWGC, and OKSIR) are hosting two agriculture bus tours! Thisfree (full-day) bus tour will bring together local government and First Nations planning staff, producers, industry associations, the province, and others to share perspectives and discuss challenges/opportunities related to agricultural policies and regulations. More […]
Please join BC Fruit Works and the Ministry of Labour’s Employment Standards Branch for a webinar focused on BC’s employment standards in relation to agriculture! Click here to view the event poster. Topics Include: Basic definitions Regular wages Work hours Statutory holiday pay Deductions from wages Annual vacation Click here to register!
It’s time for Farm Management Canada’s Agricultural Excellence Conference to empower farmers, ranchers, and agricultural professionals with the knowledge and tools necessary to thrive in an ever-changing and increasingly complex […]
Topic: Influence of temperature and heat-stress mitigation strategies on grape quality in British Columbia vineyards – Year 1 By: Simone D. Castellarin, Nik Wilson, Sarah Davis Heat stress events are a new reality facing wine grape production in many wine regions. Heat stress can cause severe and long-lasting damage to grapevines by impairing physiological processes […]
Lab to Land: Advancing Water & Soil Research for Agricultural Resilience Save the date for this virtual workshop put on my the BC Agricultural Climate Action Research Network. More details […]
