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The latest issue of the BC Organic Grower magazine The latest issue of the BC Organic Grower magazine will hit mailboxes—and inboxes—in February! Here's a look at what's inside: 🌱 A visit to Creekside Dairy in Agassiz 🌱 New tools and tech to support on-farm Integrated Pest Management (IPM) 🌱 Highlights from the 2025 BC Organic Conference 🌱 A look at the future of the BC Certified Organic Program 🌱 Reflections from the Organic Summit in Copenhagen 🌱 And so much more! A BC Organic Grower subscription is included in most Organic BC memberships. Not a member? Don't miss out--explore the many benefits at organicbc.org/membership #thisisorganicbc #bcorganicgrower #bcagri #bcorganic #organic
Looking for a helping hand (or several) for the up Looking for a helping hand (or several) for the upcoming growing season? By posting on the Organic BC job board, you’ll reach folks who are looking for opportunities on organic farms or other sustainably minded operations! We welcome a range of job opportunities in British Columbia, including for organic farms and businesses of course, but also for other farms, businesses, educational institutions and organizations that have a focus on regenerative and/or sustainable agriculture and products. Check it out at: organicbc.org/job-board #thisisorganicbc #organicbc #greenjobs #bcjobs #farmjobs
This episode, we dive into bale grazing as an alte This episode, we dive into bale grazing as an alternative to tillage for managing field-edge encroachment by woody perennials like rosebush and willow! Farmer Rob Larson shares his experience on his 5,000-acre mixed livestock operation in BC’s Peace Country, where repeated tillage was effective but costly—for both his wallet and the land. Back in 2017, Rob teamed up with the Peace River Forage Association of BC to trial winter bale grazing in areas with rosebush encroachment. The goal? Suppress the rosebush while improving soil health. Hear from Rob about the trial and the state of his field edges, plus additional insights from soil scientist Sandra Burton on what they learned about soil impacts and sustainable management practices. 🎧 Tune in at the link in our bio, or visit organicbc.org/podcast This podcast was funded by the Climate Agri-Solutions Fund. Funding for the Climate Agri-Solutions Fund has been provided by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada through the Agricultural Climate Solutions – On-Farm Climate Action Fund. #BCAg #IAFDelivers #AgClimateSolutions @cdn_agriculture
Sending huge congratulations to Annelise Grube-Cav Sending huge congratulations to Annelise Grube-Cavers on her nomination for the BC Outstanding Young Farmers Award! Annelise is a third generation farmer who owns and operates @freshvalleyfarms in Spallumcheen, BC. She works with Steve, her partner in life and in business and her co-nominee, to provide pasture-raised, certified organic meats and eggs directly to eaters throughout the Okanagan Valley and beyond. Check out the nomination at oyfcanada.com or visit the link in our bio! #thisisorganicbc #outstandingyoungfarmers #organic #bcorganic
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As part of a larger movement working towards a healthy world, we co-create a more sustainable, diverse and resilient food system.
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Organic BC
The latest issue of the BC Organic Grower magazine The latest issue of the BC Organic Grower magazine will hit mailboxes—and inboxes—in February! Here's a look at what's inside: 🌱 A visit to Creekside Dairy in Agassiz 🌱 New tools and tech to support on-farm Integrated Pest Management (IPM) 🌱 Highlights from the 2025 BC Organic Conference 🌱 A look at the future of the BC Certified Organic Program 🌱 Reflections from the Organic Summit in Copenhagen 🌱 And so much more! A BC Organic Grower subscription is included in most Organic BC memberships. Not a member? Don't miss out--explore the many benefits at organicbc.org/membership #thisisorganicbc #bcorganicgrower #bcagri #bcorganic #organic
Looking for a helping hand (or several) for the up Looking for a helping hand (or several) for the upcoming growing season? By posting on the Organic BC job board, you’ll reach folks who are looking for opportunities on organic farms or other sustainably minded operations! We welcome a range of job opportunities in British Columbia, including for organic farms and businesses of course, but also for other farms, businesses, educational institutions and organizations that have a focus on regenerative and/or sustainable agriculture and products. Check it out at: organicbc.org/job-board #thisisorganicbc #organicbc #greenjobs #bcjobs #farmjobs
This episode, we dive into bale grazing as an alte This episode, we dive into bale grazing as an alternative to tillage for managing field-edge encroachment by woody perennials like rosebush and willow! Farmer Rob Larson shares his experience on his 5,000-acre mixed livestock operation in BC’s Peace Country, where repeated tillage was effective but costly—for both his wallet and the land. Back in 2017, Rob teamed up with the Peace River Forage Association of BC to trial winter bale grazing in areas with rosebush encroachment. The goal? Suppress the rosebush while improving soil health. Hear from Rob about the trial and the state of his field edges, plus additional insights from soil scientist Sandra Burton on what they learned about soil impacts and sustainable management practices. 🎧 Tune in at the link in our bio, or visit organicbc.org/podcast This podcast was funded by the Climate Agri-Solutions Fund. Funding for the Climate Agri-Solutions Fund has been provided by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada through the Agricultural Climate Solutions – On-Farm Climate Action Fund. #BCAg #IAFDelivers #AgClimateSolutions @cdn_agriculture
Sending huge congratulations to Annelise Grube-Cav Sending huge congratulations to Annelise Grube-Cavers on her nomination for the BC Outstanding Young Farmers Award! Annelise is a third generation farmer who owns and operates @freshvalleyfarms in Spallumcheen, BC. She works with Steve, her partner in life and in business and her co-nominee, to provide pasture-raised, certified organic meats and eggs directly to eaters throughout the Okanagan Valley and beyond. Check out the nomination at oyfcanada.com or visit the link in our bio! #thisisorganicbc #outstandingyoungfarmers #organic #bcorganic
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🌱 2025 BC Organic Conference sessions highlight: Soil Health + Cover Cropping 🌱

Explore all of our sessions: http://conference.organicbc.org/program

Hope to see you in Harrison Hot Springs from Nov 25 - 27! #BCOrganic2025

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6 Oct

Applications now open for the UBC Farm Practicum in Sustainable Agriculture, a hands-on, immersive learning program that takes you from seed to harvest while exploring the science and community impact of small-scale organic farming. Open to everyone!

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A new report from the Organic Task Force finds that investing in organic agriculture will boost farm profitability, meet rising demand for organic food, diversify trade and deliver climate and biodiversity benefits.

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