Footnotes from the Field: Ecological Biomimicry
The Art and Science of Organic Agriculture Marjorie Harris BSc, IOIA V.O. P.Ag The Principle of Health: Organic Agriculture should sustain and … Keep Reading
Annual Clovers Suitable for Organic Production System
Saikat Kumar Basu Clover is the common English name for different species of plants belonging to the genus Trifolium comprising over 250+ … Keep Reading
Ask an Expert: Farmland Advantage
Making Positive Change to Farmland Biodiversity in BC Susan Smith, Alison Speirs, and Dave Zehnder Farmland Advantage is a research and development … Keep Reading
Ask an Expert: Pollinator Mix
An Important Solution for Conservation of Bees and Other Insect Pollinators Saikat Kumar Basu Insects such as bees (Order-Hymenoptera), some species of … Keep Reading
Footnotes from the Field: the Ladybugs of Snowy Mountain
An Ecological Partnership in Biological Control Marjorie Harris, BSC, P.Ag. A magical event takes place each spring in Walter Harvey’s orchard. As … Keep Reading
Aquaponics and the Organic Movement
Gabe Cipes Editor’s note: Aquaponics is a hotly debated topic in the organic sector. As the BC Organic Grower strives to make … Keep Reading
Footnotes from the Field: Root Cellar Art
Editor’s note: We’re taking a detour from the usual Organic Standards focus of Footnotes to explore the inspiration that can strike while … Keep Reading
Ask an Expert: Transforming Conflict on the Farm
Keeley Nixon Seeds ordered? Check. Planting calendar set? Check. Staff hired? Check. Conflict resolution preparedness in place? Wait, what?! Though it’s often … Keep Reading
Footnotes from the Field: Organic Nutrient Management
Marjorie Harris, BSc, IOIA VO, P.Ag. New Techniques for Organic Nutrient Management As the International Year of Pulses draws to a close it … Keep Reading
Where is the GM Apple?
Lucy Sharatt In March 2015, Okanagan Specialty Fruits (OSF) got approval for its GM non-browning Golden Delicious and Granny Smith apples in … Keep Reading