Grape Grower Day & AGMs
2024-08-07 08:00 - 16:00 (America/Vancouver) | Penticton Lakeside Resort & Convention Centre, 21 Lakeshore Dr W, Penticton, BC, V2A 7M5, Canada
Join BCGA and BCWGC for their AGMs and a Grape Grower Day. Click here to view the event poster! Register here!
Topics include:

Modeling wine varieties suited to BC
Water infrastructure planning
BCWGC AGM
BCGA AGM & Awards
SWBC Wine Tasting

Part of the Grower Day will include the Triggs International Premium Vinifera Lecture Series! Established in 2004, this event showcases world leading researchers in vinifera grape cultivation.
Key Highlights:

Topic: Vineyard recovery after a severe weather event
Featured Speaker: Dr. Markus Keller
Vineyard Visit: August 6th
Public Lecture & Social: August 7th, following the Grower Day

Pricing:

Triggs Vineyard Visits & Technical Workshop on Aug 6th: FREE
Full Day Aug 7: $40 (lunch, full conference, and wine social)
Triggs Lecture Series & Networking Social ONLY Aug 7 (2-3pm): FREE

AgLife Connector Training - Penticton
2024-08-08 09:00 - 16:00 | Interior Savings Penticton, 251 Green Avenue West #101, Penticton, BC, V2A 7J8, Canada
Join the AgLife Network for FREE mental health awareness and suicide prevention gatekeeper training for anyone involved in B.C.’s agricultural industry and communities!
The AgLife Network – Connector Training is a suicide prevention gatekeeper and mental health awareness training for anyone involved in agriculture in British Columbia. This program is based on the successful and evidence-based programs: Sentinel Program (Quebec) and Guardian Network (Ontario). The Connector Training is approximately 6.5 hours long (including breaks) and covers a 7 Module program aimed to help build awareness to suicide and its impacts within agriculture while also teaching applicable skills from the Check, Care, Connect model to support people experiencing thoughts and feelings of suicide or other impacts to mental wellness.
This training is for ANYONE who works with or in agriculture. In order to participate in this FREE training, participants must be 18 years or older and be involved with B.C.’s agricultural industry or communities in some capacity. For any questions or inquiries please email network@aglife.ca.
To view the full agenda and register, click here!

BCWGC R&D COMMITTEE MEETING
2024-08-15 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
Topic: Towards Developing a Cover Crop Decision-Making Tool for Okanagan Valley Vineyards
Dr. Mehdi Sharifi, Summerland Research and Development Centre
In this presentation, we will present the findings from six years of cover crop studies aimed at selecting the most suitable cover crops for irrigated vineyards, with a particular focus on the Okanagan Valley. These efforts, combined with newly approved cover crop study data under the Grape and Vine Cluster project (part of the SCAP Program of AAFC), will be compiled to develop a comprehensive web-based cover crop decision-making tool specifically designed for irrigated vineyards. Our goal is to create a user-friendly, web-based tool that will aid vineyard managers in making informed decisions about cover crop selection based on their goals, local conditions and management practices. The presentation will begin with a review of existing web-based tools, highlighting their strengths and weaknesses. Following this, we will outline the steps involved in developing a customized decision-making tool tailored to the unique conditions of vineyards in the Okanagan Valley. Through this presentation, we aim to demonstrate how this innovative tool can potentially enhance groundcover vegetation management and contribute to the sustainability and resilience of Okanagan vineyards.
Click here to register!

Autonomous Robots In Grape Production (West Kelowna)
2024-08-16 13:30 - 16:30 | Sperling Vineyards, 3600 W Bay Rd, West Kelowna, BC, Canada
Join Organic BC to interact with the Naio TED straddle robot! Get a firsthand look at how this innovative tool is helping farmers improve soil health and tackle rising costs and labour shortages.
Representatives from Vitis-Import, the Canadian distributor of the Naio TED, will discuss the latest advancements in agri-tech weeding technology in grape production. They will showcase and demonstrate the TED, highlighting its capabilities using finger hoes, inter-vine hydraulic tillage tools, electric edging tools and more.
A Q&A period will follow the demonstration, and snacks and refreshments will be provided.
This event is free and open to anyone interested, but registration is required.
Register for the Sperling Vineyards event (West Kelowna) here.

Autonomous Robots In Grape Production (Oliver)
2024-08-17 09:00 - 13:00 | Covert Farms Family Estate, 300 Covert Place, Oliver, BC, Canada
Join Organic BC to interact with the Naio TED straddle robot! Get a firsthand look at how this innovative tool is helping farmers improve soil health and tackle rising costs and labour shortages.
Representatives from Vitis-Import, the Canadian distributor of the Naio TED, will discuss the latest advancements in agri-tech weeding technology in grape production. They will showcase and demonstrate the TED, highlighting its capabilities using finger hoes, inter-vine hydraulic tillage tools, electric edging tools and more.
A Q&A period will follow the demonstration, and snacks and refreshments will be provided.
This event is free and open to anyone interested, but registration is required.
Register for the Covert Farms event (Oliver) here.

Northern Okanagan Valley Cover Crop Tour
2024-08-21 09:00 - 12:00 | Little Straw Vineyards, 2815 Ourtoland Rd, West Kelowna, BC, Canada
Join the BC Wine Grape Council and the Summerland Research and Development Centre to visit different vineyard sites to discuss cover cropping techniques! Click here to view the full event details.
Where: Little Straw Vineyards (West Kelowna) and St. Hubertus Vineyards (Kelowna)
When: August 21, 2024 from 9am – 12pm
Presenter: Dr. Mehdi Sharifi and Trista Algar
Description: Cover crop trails established in May 2024 will be visited and different aspects of cover cropping with be discussed.

To register, please contact Dr. Mehdi Sharifi at mehdi.sharifi@agr.gc.ca or 250-494-6415.

Southern Okanagan Valley Cover Crop Tour
2024-08-22 09:00 - 12:00 | La Vieux Pin Vineyards, 5496 Black Sage Rd, Oliver, BC, Canada
Join the BC Wine Grape Council and the Summerland Research and Development Centre to visit different vineyard sites to discuss cover cropping techniques! Click here to view the full event details.
Where: La Vieux Pin Vineyards (Oliver), Diamondback Vineyards (Oliver), and Sebastian Farms (Osoyoos)
When: August 22, 2024 from 9am – 12pm
Presenter: Dr. Mehdi Sharifi and Trista Algar
Description: Cover crop trails established in May 2024 will be visited and different aspects of cover cropping with be discussed.

To register, please contact Dr. Mehdi Sharifi at mehdi.sharifi@agr.gc.ca or 250-494-6415.

Irrigation Efficiency Workshop for Vineyards and Orchards
2024-08-29 08:30 - 11:00 | Phantom Creek Winery, 4315 Black Sage Rd, Oliver, BC, Canada
Join the Ministry of Agriculture and Food and Southern Irrigation at Phantom Creek Winery to learn how to boost yields while conserving water. Click here to register (please RSVP before August 23)!
Event Topics:

Government funding and outreach
Phantom Creek and their irrigation system
Smart irrigation, water use, and efficient practices

Event Details:

8:30 am – Breakfast & Coffee
9:00 am – Welcome & Speakers (German Barahona, Southern Irrigation)
9:45 am – Vineyard Tour
10:30 am – Questions & Raffles
10:45 am – Networking
11:00 am – End of event

Tire Collection Event (Free)
2024-09-07 09:00 - 13:00 | Okanagan College, 1000 KLO Road, Kelowna, BC, V1Y 4X8, Canada
Back by popular demand, the Regional District of Central Okanagan is hosting the annual free tire collection event. Residents across the region are invited to drop off any old or unused tires on or off rims that may create a habitat for mosquitoes as they collect standing water. The event is free of charge and there is no limit on the number of tires individuals can drop off.
The event will take place on Saturday, September 7, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Okanagan College at 1000 KLO Road in parking lot #17.
This is the seventh year that the regional district and its mosquito program contractor Duka Environmental Services Ltd are teaming up with Tire Stewardship BC for this free event.
Tire Stewardship BC is a not-for-profit society that manages BC’s tire recycling program. Eco fees paid by consumers purchasing tires are used to pay for transporting and recycling scrap tires in environmentally responsible ways rather than having them take up space in landfills. For information on programs offered by Tire Stewardship BC visit: www.tsbc.ca

Young Agrarians Farm Tour & Potluck
2024-09-08 16:00 - 19:00 | 11809 Doherty Ave, 11809 Doherty Ave, Summerland, BC, Canada
You’re invited to a Farm Tour and Potluck at Medley Organics in Summerland, BC! If you’re curious about what land matching and sharing is all about – or just want to check out what your local farmers are up to – join us for the event! Come out to connect with other farmers and food lovers, share a delicious potluck meal and learn about mixed vegetable production.
We’ll enjoy a farm tour from leasing farmer Jerome Gagne, who is the owner and operator of Medley Organics. In 2019, Jerome was matched to ten acres of land on a long-term lease through the B.C. Land Matching Program (BCLMP). Jerome will talk about the challenges of new farm start-up, his extensive experience with leasing land and how to develop your niche business market. He’ll also discuss how to ‘lease-proof’ your farm, and show off his unique barn that can be deconstructed and moved!
There will be plenty of opportunity to ask questions about land sharing, mixed vegetable production and farm start-up. If you are a new or experienced farmer who wants to learn more about farming on leased land, we hope to see you there. The day will wrap up with a potluck and informal time to socialize with other farmers and farm-curious folks.
Click here to register!
Click here to learn more!

Nitrogen Management Workshop
2024-09-12 09:30 - 18:00 | Elephant Island Winery, 2730 Aikins Loop, Naramata, BC, Canada
This event is supported by the BC Climate Agri-Solutions Fund (BCCAF). Funding for the BCCAF has been provided by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada through the Agricultural Climate Solutions – On-Farm Climate Action Fund. BCCAF is delivered by the Investment Agriculture Foundation. Click here to register for the event!
We are excited to invite you to the Nitrogen Management Workshop at the beautiful Elephant Island Winery on September 12, 2024. This event features expert speakers, hands-on demonstrations, and networking opportunities. The day begins with a warm welcome and refreshments, followed by brief introductions and an outline of the day’s activities. Scott Smith, PAg will start the presentations with a discussion on soil development and nitrogen management. After a coffee break, Miranda Halladay will provide insights into the history and management of Elephant Island Winery, followed by Chris Mark presenting innovative strategies for nitrogen management in orchards and vineyards.
Following a catered lunch, Chris will lead a session on soil sampling techniques and current projects at the winery. In the afternoon, Miranda Halladay will showcase her impressive on-site compost pile and discuss its benefits and management techniques. Rickard Bambry will then present the latest nitrogen precision equipment and their applications. The day will conclude with a wrap-up session, general discussion, and a relaxing social time with wine tasting, providing attendees with an excellent opportunity to discuss the workshop with its presenters and network.
Agenda:

09:30 AM – Coffee and Doughnuts: Registration and Meet-up
Kick off the day with a warm welcome and some delicious refreshments.
10:00 AM – Introductions and Day Outline
Brief introductions and an outline of the day’s activities.
10:15 AM – Presentation by Scott Smith, PAg
Topic: “Soil Development: Where is Nitrogen and How Do We Manage It?”
10:45 AM – Coffee Break and Discussion
A short break with an opportunity for discussions. Miranda Halladay will provide a brief history and management overview of Elephant Island Winery.
11:00 AM – Presentation by Chris Mark
Topic: “Innovative Strategies in Nitrogen Management for Orchards and Vineyards”
12:00 PM – Catered Lunch (Details TBD)
01:00 PM – Soil Sampling and Current Projects at Elephant Island
Chris Mark will lead a session on soil sampling techniques and discuss ongoing projects at the winery.
02:00 PM – Compost Management
Miranda will showcase her impressive on-site compost pile and discuss its benefits and management techniques.
02:45 PM – Equipment Dealer Presentation with Rickard Bambry
An equipment dealer will present the latest in nitrogen precision equipment and their applications.
03:30 PM – Wrap-up and General Discussion
04:00 PM – 06:00 PM – Questions, networking and Wine Tasting
Conclude the day by allowing the participants to discuss the workshop with its presenters, network with each other, and a complimentary wine tasting.

CFIA Resources for Grape Imports
2024-09-13 11:00 - 12:30 | Zoom
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 hand to share regulatory details and answer questions including:
– What paperwork is required for crossing the border?
– What is the difference between bringing in fruit and juice?
– What containers can be used for bringing fruit in?
– Can wineries send their own bins to the USA for transferring fruit?
– What is DRC membership and how are companies exempt?
– What will CBSA be looking for when fruit is coming into Canada?
– MyCanadaFoodSafe Certifications and expiry dates.
Click here to register!
Please send any other questions in advance to info@bcwgc.org prior to September 12.

The Future of Farming in the Okanagan - Panel
2024-09-15 15:00 - 18:00 | Summerland Fall Fair, 9518 Main Street, Summerland, BC, Canada
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 by donation (suggested $5/person).
The Panel:

Corky Evans – Former BC Ministry of Agriculture and Food
Chief Byron Louis – Okanagan Nation Alliance
Chris Holler – Manager, Poplar Grove Winery
Annelise Simonsen – BCFGA Director/Creek & Gully Cider

Regulatory Roadmap For Importing Grapes - Webinar
2024-09-17 09:30 - 12:30 | Virtual
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 pleased to present a Fall 2024 webinar offering the account of first mover wineries and growers in British Columbia and Washington State, focusing on the regulatory and business process of importing grapes to replace near-total crop loss this year.
Their experiences to date can offer a roadmap for winery and vineyard operators and their advisors on both sides of the Canada-U.S. border. Such a roadmap is not specific to Washington State and British Columbia, but rather can be adapted for future cross-border (bi-directional) sale of grapes or juice between North American wine regions.
Registration is complimentary for AIDV members or $25 + tax for non members.
Click here for more details and to register!

BCWGC R&D SERIES - THIRD THURSDAYS!
2024-09-19 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
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 priority for long-term sector sustainability. Losses of over $23 million per year are currently incurred by grape growers due to reduced yield of infected grapes and increased fruit rejection by wineries. To replace the currently infected acreage and meet ongoing renewal of vineyards the industry needs access to 6.7 million domestically produced, virus free vines/year.
By implementing a high throughput sequencing method at the CFIA, the costs of analysis is reduced, and analysis time is reduced for commercially valuable varieties imported into Canada as well as audit testing from certified foreign sources destined for commercial planting. This single genomic test will speed up the release of virus-free grapevine material from about three years to one year or less, providing rapid access to valuable new varieties. Domestically, the Canadian Grape Certification Network (CGCN) is commercializing high throughput sequencing at the Clean Plant Program at Brock University for the certification of propagation material in nurseries and grapevines obtained through CPH, and for monitoring of production vineyards.
Genome BC will highlight the goals and objectives of the CLEANSED clean plant material project. Dr. Sudarsana Poojari will provide an overview on the importance and recent advancements of different virus detection methods with emphasis on the recent advancements in infrastructure supporting the Clean Plant Program at Brock University.
Click here to register!

Summerland Research & Development Centre - Open House
2024-09-21 09:00 - 15:00 | Summerland Reseach & Developmen Centre, 4200 Highway 97, Summerland, BC, Canada
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 class research
Participate in hands-on demonstrations

To learn more about the Summerland Research and Development Centre, click here!

BCWGC - R&D Meeting: October 17, 2024
2024-10-17 12:00 - 13:00 | BC
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 agricultural practices, and practical solutions for soil health, climate, and increased yields and resilience. It will include real-time examples of how agricultural practices in other countries are successfully processing prunings and wood feedstock from vineyards, orchards and farms to produce biochar. The discussion will present the benefits of biochar practices for reduced irrigation, microbial soil health and carbon sequestration. The presenter, Erica Massey, MSc, P.Geo., is a local geoscientist focusing on soil health and biochar in local Okanagan vineyards, orchards and farms to help provide awareness, practical solutions and R&D to farmers and the local community.
Click here to register!

WALI Employer Information Session
2024-10-21 11:00 - 12:00 | Microsoft Teams
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 how to use the WALI Portal.
Topics to be covered:

LMIA Application process
Portal rollover 2025

How to submit an application
Track worker progress
Flights
Change Requests

New TFW for Agriculture and Fish Processing
2025 Reminders
Q & A

Click here to register!

CCLSP Agriculture Tour - Lake Country
2024-11-06 08:00 - 16:30 | Winfield Memorial Hall, 10130 Bottom Wood Lake Rd, Lake Country, BC, Canada
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 details and final agenda to come! Click here to view the event poster.
Why should you attend?

On-farm discussions
New connections
Open communication
Knowledge sharing

Click here to view the agenda package!
Only 50 seats per tour are available. Click here to register and reserve yours now!

Employment Standards in Agriculture Webinar
2024-11-13 11:00 - 12:00 | Zoom
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!

Agricultural Excellence Conference
2024-11-19 00:00 - 2024-11-21 23:59 | Abbotsford-Chilliwack
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 business environment. Click here to learn more!
The 2024 Conference theme, Together Towards Tomorrow, will cover a diverse range of farm management topics, including but not limited to:
• Fostering Economic Resilience and Prosperity
• Technological Advancements and Digital Transformation
• Taking Control of On-Farm Risk
• Utilizing Data Analytics for Farm Decision-Making
• Navigating Farm Transition Planning
• Attracting and Retaining Farm Labour
• Supporting On-Farm Health, Safety and Wellness
• Climate Adaptation Strategies and Opportunities
• Policy, Politics and Public Perception
• Sustainable Farming: Balancing People, Profit, Planet
Click here to register!

BCWGC Third Thursdays: R&D Meeting
2024-11-21 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
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 (e.g., photosynthesis) and grape quality. Understanding how these events impact grapevine productivity and wine quality is a top priority for the sector. In this seminar we will present the results of several experiments conducted in controlled environments during the summer 2024. We compared the physiological responses of eight grapevine varieties cultivated in BC to simulated heatwaves, and we studied the effect of heat stresses to grapevine physiology and the berry composition when in combination with water deficit.
Click here to register!

BCAC Speak Up! Training Workshop
2024-12-10 09:00 - 13:00 | Clarion Hotel and Conference Centre, 36035 N Parallel Rd, Abbotsford, BC, V3G 2C6, Canada
BCAC is offering you first access to reserve your spot for their upcoming Speak Up! Training Workshop!
This workshop is designed specifically for farmers, ranchers, association staff, and board members, providing valuable tools to effectively communicate your agriculture story to the public. It’s an excellent opportunity for your boards and sector leaders to build their advocacy skills!

Click here to register!

BCWGC R&D SERIES – THIRD THURSDAYS!
2024-12-19 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
Clean Vines FAQ:

With the need to replant many vineyards in British Columbia and across the majority of Canada’s main grape growing regions, it is more important than ever to ensure that vineyards are being replaced with certified clean, virus-tested plant material. Join the CCGN-RCCV to learn how to qualify the integrity of plant material with a nursery and what questions you should be asking your suppliers. The session will also aim to debunk some common misunderstandings of certified clean plants. The BC Grape Growers’ Association will be on hand to discuss a list of nurseries that have been identified as reputable sources for certified clean, virus-tested grapevine stock.

Click here to register!

Meet the Host Farmers Info Session
2025-01-07 17:30 - 18:30 | BC
Join Young Agrarians for an info session to learn about the Young Agrarians Apprenticeship Program. Meet some of the amazing host farm mentors, ask questions about their farms, learn more about the kinds of apprenticeships they offer and what a typical day is like for their apprentices. Bring your questions!
By attending this session, you will have:

increased chances of getting an interview with the farm of your choice
the opportunity to learn about what makes each of the host farms or ranches special, so you can decide what farm is the right fit for you
a chance to chat with prospective host farm mentors and get a feel for the people you will be working and living with day to day

Click here to learn more and register!

Lab to Land: Advancing water and soil research for agricultural resilience
2025-01-15 09:00 - 2025-01-16 12:30 | Virtual
Join the BC Agricultural Climate Action Research Network online to connect with researchers, farmers, agrologists, and policymakers from across the province. Grow your network and participate in thought-provoking discussions on adapting to climate change challenges from farm to landscape scales. This multi-day workshop offers presentations, panels, and networking sessions exploring projects and research that are advancing agricultural resilience:
January 15: Explore collaborative approaches to drought resilience across the province. Featured projects address adaptation from the farm to watershed level and include research from on-farm management to Indigenous co-governance.
January 16: Dive into research investigating how soil supports ecological and community resilience. Discuss farmer-led research to evaluate soil management practices and learn about collaborative soil stewardship integrating Western scientific and Indigenous methodologies.
Thanks to funding by the BC Ministry of Agriculture & Food, the workshop is available at no cost. Registration is required.
More details and registration: click here!

BCWGC R&D Series - Third Thursdays!
2025-01-16 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
Remote sensing technique to determine intra-vineyard variations in vigour and fruit quality
With Simone D. Castellarin, Pin Jui Chen, Christopher Mark

Within vineyards, the variation in soil characteristics results in different vine vigour and physiological responses, leading to variability in yield and grape quality. Precision viticulture strategies can potentially manage these intra-vineyard variations.
In a study conducted over multiple seasons in Gewürztraminer and Riesling vineyards in the Okanagan Valley, researchers investigated the variation of vine performance (vigour, nutrient status, photosynthesis, yield) and grape quality (TSS, TA, pH, aroma). This presentation will include the results of the study and strategies for using remote sensing technology as an efficient approach for estimating vine vigor and aromas in vineyards, enabling the production of distinct wine styles under selective harvest.
Click here to register!

BC Agr-Food Industry Gala
2025-01-22 17:00 - 23:00 | Clarion Hotel and Conference Centre, 36035 N Parallel Rd, Abbotsford, BC, V3G 2C6, Canada
Following the success of a recently updated format, the 2025 BC Agri-Food Industry Gala will once again feature an evening reception with interactive food stations, live entertainment, a silent auction and our annual awards presentation. This newer format allows attendees more room to move around and time to network.
As a reminder, these changes include:

Reduced number of tables in the room to allow for more space to move around and network. Some general seating will be available.

Reduced number of seats at the tables to eight (was 10).

Interactive food stations, as well as a wide selection of menu tasting options, in addition to the highly sought-after cheese table.

No sit-down dinner to allow more time for networking. Be sure to visit the many different food stations!

Live entertainment.

Silent Auction: The annual online silent auction will open for bidding in January 2024. Proceeds go to BC Young Farmers.
If your organization is interested in contributing to the auction, please let us know (email: communications@bcac.ca)

For more information and to purchase your tickets, click here!

Pacific Agriculture Show
2025-01-23 00:00 - 2025-01-25 23:59 | TradeX, 1190 Cornell St, Abbotsford, BC, V2T 6H5, Canada
The Pacific Agriculture Show will showcase the latest and most innovative equipment and technology for the agriculture industry. Join thousands of farmers and agri-food producers in comparing and investigating what over 300 exhibitors have to make your operation more efficient.
BC’s agriculture industry is unique in its diversity and the Show attracts an attendance from all the livestock and horticulture sectors including: dairy, cattle, poultry, equine, hogs, llamas, alpacas, to vegetable, berry, grape, bulb, ornamentals, hothouse, flower and shrub growing and more. For more information, please contact: info@agricultureshow.net
Click here to buy tickets!

District of Lake Country Engagement Session
2025-01-25 09:00 - 12:00 | Beasley Community Centre, 3450 Woodsdale Road, Lake Country, BC, V4V 1Y5, Canada
The District of Lake Country invites the Lake Country Farmers’ Institute to connect with them for project updates, milestones, and discussions on:

Beaver Lake Chain and Vernon Creek Water Management Plan.

Focused on managing water resources in beaver lake and Vernon creek to balance existing and future agricultural demands with environmental flows.

Liquid Waste Management Plan & Reclaimed Water Use.

A regulatory document required by the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Strategy.

Agritourism
Watershed Initiatives (Local and Basin Wide)

The LCFI’s AGM will follow the engagement session at 12:30!
Click here to register!
