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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
The meeting will consist of: 2024 LCFI annual reports 2025 election of officers
Join the BCGA at their annual pruning workshop. This year, as everyone in the Okanagan Valley will be wading through their vineyards evaluating each individual vine, we will spend a large part of our time on ways to restructure vines, taking into consideration different needs and plans. We will also include a practical piece after […]
The Tree Fruit Climate Resiliency Program helps B.C. tree fruit producers combat extreme weather by offering up to 80% cost-share funding (up to $100,000 per farm) for equipment, infrastructure, and innovative solutions. Applications open January 30, 2025, and projects must be completed by March 14, 2027. A site map, budget, and quotes are required for […]
As noted in BCFGA’s November 15, 2024, Friday File, IAF has hired Derek Sturko to facilitate industry’s consideration of the potential of a BC apple marketing commission. Derek is CEO of Inner Harbour Consulting, a former BC Deputy Minister of Agriculture, and a major participant the Ministry’s Tree Fruit Industry Stabilization Plan. Grower Consultation Sessions: […]
The conference sessions at the Islands Agriculture Show provides producers the opportunity to get the latest information on research, farming practices and market opportunities from some of the industry’s most knowledgeable experts. Details on how to purchase tickets, as well as an agenda overview, will be provided in the coming weeks. The conference sessions at […]
As noted in BCFGA’s November 15, 2024, Friday File, IAF has hired Derek Sturko to facilitate industry’s consideration of the potential of a BC apple marketing commission. Derek is CEO of Inner Harbour Consulting, a former BC Deputy Minister of Agriculture, and a major participant the Ministry’s Tree Fruit Industry Stabilization Plan. Grower Consultation Sessions: […]