Events

Running a farm or food-processing operation isn’t just about crops and production — it’s about people. Join the Canadian Agricultural Human Resource Council (CAHRC) for a free full-day, hands-on workshop […]

BC’s Tree Fruit and Wine Grape associations are working with provincial and federal marketing teams to share no-cost marketing tools that help local producers, processors, and marketers stand out in […]

This free workshop is perfect for perennial fruits, berry and vineyard grape producers. Learn about which invasive species to look for, targeted ID around rows and canopies, and action you […]

A hands on workshop delivered by staff from the Ministry of Agriculture and Food on understanding your soil for better crop decisions. The B.C. Ministry of Agriculture and Food is presenting a Virtual Workshop […]

The cross-commodity extension roadmap workshop is by invitation only. Please reach out to Shelby Austen at sausten@oksir.org if you have any questions.

One of the oldest Orchard Entomology and Plant Pathology meetings in the Pacific Northwest! January 14-16, 2026 in Portland, Oregon.   2026 Keynote Speaker: Elizabeth “Betsy” Beers, Washington State University Elizabeth […]

As agriculture is critical to our communityy’s identity and economy, the District of Summerland would like to provide an opportunitie to hear directly from local farmers. This is nto a […]

During this webinar offered by the Canadian Agricultural Human Resource Council, Employment and Social Development Canada will conduct an information session for employers to provide overview and updates on employer […]

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 […]

The Advance Payments Program (APP) is a Government of Canada initiative that provides no-interest and low-interest cash advances to producers. The APP is designed to support cash flow, giving producers […]

The Southern Interior Horticultural Show provides producers with the opportunity to network and access the latest information on research, innovation, and farming practices from some of the industry’s most knowledgeable […]

Learn how to implement and improve electric fencing systems, discuss theory and best practices when designing new fences. Join Julia Smith and Tristan Banwell of the Small-Scale Meat Producers Association […]

Join FarmFolk CityFolk for a virtual Meet the Farmer event with Cropthorne Farm! This session will include a virtual farm tour captured in late fall with farmer Lydia Ryall, highlighting […]

Choosing a new export market and the best way to enter it can make the difference between expensive missteps and sustainable growth for agrifood businesses. Before investing time and money, […]

Join the BC Institute of Agrologist in Penticton for a field day all about compost, nitrogen and nutrient management. This field day is designed to build confidence from nitrogen management, […]

Join the BC Ministry of Agriculture and Food for a webinar on their Soil Health Assessment Protocol (SHAP) project on March 17, 2026. They will focus on using the protocol […]

Thank you for your interest in agriculture emergency training, an initiative led by BC Agriculture Council, AgSafe and the BC Cherry Growers to support you in preparing for emergencies on […]

Join Export Navigator and guest experts for a 60-minute session on shipping and transportation considerations for agrifood exporters. This webinar will provide an overview of common shipping options, packaging and labeling requirements, […]

This event, hosted by the Clean Energy Research Group at SFU alongside our partners, introduces agrivoltaics as a viable path for climate resilience and farm viability in BC. Agrivoltaics is […]

BCAC’s Annual General Meeting will take place on April 2, 2026, in a virtual format. More information to follow in the new year.

This workshop brings together soil specialists & regenerative agriculture practitioners to discuss practical approaches to improving soil biology, crop resilience, & long-term productivity. Robby Gass, of ALBA Organics will demonstrate […]

Join the Cross-Commodity Leadership Support Project (CCLSP) and its partners — BCFGA, BCCA, BCGA, BCWGC, and OKSIR — in collaboration with the City of Kelowna for our third Agriculture in Action bus tour, happening […]

The District of Lake Country will be hosting an Agricultural Irrigation Water Workshop at Municipal Hall on April 14th, 2026 from 1:00PM – 4:00PM. Members of the Lake Country Farmer’s […]

BCFGA is exploring organizing a Basic First Aid Attendant training course for growers and farm staff in the Okanagan. The training would be delivered as a full-day session during the […]

This meeting is by invite only. If you have any questions, please contact Shelby Austen at: sausten@oksir.org

Following strong interest at the Southern Interior Horticulture Show (SIHS), please join Pearl Agricultural Consulting for an on‑farm herbicide demonstration trial in Summerland. The boom design, first introduced to growers […]

Join us online for the B.C. Table Grapes Townhall! Topics to be covered Okanagan Table Grape Growers Association plans for expansion to other regions Opportunity Assessment for B.C. Table Grapes […]

The BCFGA is gathering grower feedback on the Enhanced Replant Progrm (ERP) ahead of upcoming meetings with the Ministry of Agriculture and Food and IAF. Input from growers will help […]

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 […]

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 […]