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HORTICULTURAL GROWERS’
SHORT COURSE JANUARY 25 - 27, 2018
LOWER MAINLAND HORTICULTURE IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION TOGETHER WITH THE PACIFIC AGRICULTURE SHOW
AT TRADEX ABBOTSFORD AIRPORT (EXIT 83, MT. LEHMAN, SOUTH OF HWY #1)
Thursday Morning | January 25, 2018 Terralink Room
Evergro Room
BASF Gallery
Chair: Lisa Craig, RIDC and BCSGA, Abbotsford, BC Sponsored by Driediger Farms Ltd., Raspberry Industry Development Council
Chair: Linda Delli Santi, BC Greenhouse Growers’ Association Sponsored by BC Greenhouse Growers Association
Chair: Noel Roddick, retired agrologist, Delta, BC
Raspberries/Strawberries
9:00-9:50 Raspberry and Strawberry Variety Developments Michael Dossett, BCBCD, Abbotsford, BC Pat Moore, WSU, Puyallup, WA Chad Finn, USDA-ARS, Corvallis, OR
An update on what is coming down the pipeline for new varieties from the Pacific Northwest breeding programs 9:50-10:15 Overview of Strawberry and Raspberry Research and Variety Evaluation Across the Pacific Northwest Wendy Hoashi, WSU Puyallup, WA Juli Pond, Northwest Berry Foundation, Portland, OR
Greenhouse Vegetable
9:00-9:20 Pinpointing Crop Stress at the Earliest Stage Saber Miresmailli, Ecoation, North Vancouver, BC
9:20-9:40 Innovative Climate Screens for Greenhouse Cultivation
10:00-10:15 Refreshment Break
Robert Hanifin, Ludvig Svensson, Inc., Portland, OR
Robert will talk about the use of climate screens to maximize light levels in the greenhouse while saving energy.
10.15-10.30 Strawberry Growers’ Experiences-Panel Sharing insights from BC and Washington strawberry growers.
The sizes of water storage tanks used in the horticultural industry are increasing. A bursting tank can have a devastating effect on property and can be a safety issue for staff. Olaf will discuss the risks of bursting and how to prevent it.
Mike Boot, Pier Management & Consulting, Chilliwack, BC
With more restrictive regulations, fumigation is becoming more difficult. What options are available for growers? 11:05-11:30 Drip-line Fumigation and Post-Plant Nematicides in Raspberry and Strawberry Eric Gerbrandt, Sky Blue Horticulture Ltd., Chilliwack, BC
First year results on fumigation and nematicide field trails hold promise for strawberry and raspberry growers. 11:30-12:10 High Tunnels and Low Tunnels for Strawberry Production — Plusses and Minuses Kathy Demchak, PSU, Pennsylvania, PA
Protected culture increases marketable yields and decreases disease pressure, but increases production costs. What are the options and when might it make sense to consider protected culture for your strawberry operation?
Elsie Friesen, BCAGRI, Abbotsford, BC Justin Falardeau, UBC, Vancouver, BC
9:30-10:00 Herbicide Resistance - Lessons learned from Ontario
9:40-10:00 Water Storage Tanks in the Horticulture Industry
10:45-11.05 Soil Disease /Nematode Management and Fumigants
9:00-9:30 Irrigation Water Quality - Knowing the Risk Factors
Using robots, artificial intelligence and plant defensive signals for early stage detection of pests, disease and deficiencies in greenhouse crops.
Learn about recent research and breeding going on in WA and efforts that have gone in OR to build a strawberry fresh market.
10:30-10:45 Refreshment Break
Field Vegetables
Olaf van Marrewijk, Hagelunie I Achmea, Leiden, The Netherlands
10:00-10:10 Refreshment Break 10:10-11:10 How to Get More Greenhouse Products in the Shopping Cart Peter Chapman, SKUfood, Nova Scotia
Our industry is changing, fast. We will explore where your consumers and customers are going, and provide insights to get more of the great products you produce, in to the shopping cart. 11:10-12:10 The State of the N. American Vegetable Hothouse Industry
Roberta Cook, Professor Emerita, University of California, Davis
This presentation will highlight key trends in the N. American hothouse vegetable industry in light of NAFTA renegotiation and growing acreage throughout the region, led by Mexico.
Jichul Bae, AAFC, Agassiz Research & Development Centre, BC
10:15-10:50 Sweet Potato Production
Derek Pearson , Vineland Research & Innovation Centre, Vineland, ON
An update on agronomy, propagation and slip availability of Vineland’s new variety. 10:50-11:35 Diversifying Field Vegetable Operations - Opportunities and Considerations Derek Pearson, Vineland Research, ON Renee Prasad, UFV, Chilliwack, BC
How to decide if a new crop is right for you? Are there market opportunities? For a crop like okra to be successful, there are management considerations regarding nutrients, water and methods of season extension. Project work by UFV, in partnership with Vineland, is showing that these crops are options to improve diversification for growers. 11:35-12:00 BC Vegetable Production Guide Updates for 2018 Susan Smith, BCAGRI, Abbotsford, BC
Hear the highlights on recent changes. Pesticide Re-certification credits: 1.5
OPENING RECEPTION 4 pm | Thursday Everyone Welcome!
Pesticide Re-certification credits: 1.25
MEETING ROOM SPONSORS BASF | BMO Bank of Montreal | Evergro | Terralink Horticulture Inc.
REFRESHMENT SPONSORS BC Blueberry Council | Berryhill Foods Inc. | BMO Bank of Montreal | Evergro
Cover photo credit: Shawn Halter, MSc. P.Ag. | Agri-food Business Development Specialist | BCAGRI, Abbotsford
Thursday Afternoon | January 25, 2018 Terralink Room
Evergro Room
BASF Gallery
Chair: Karina Sakalauskas, BCAGRI, Abbotsford, BC Sponsored by Driediger Farms Ltd., ES Cropconsult Ltd.
Chair: David Woodske, BCAGRI, Abbotsford, BC Sponsored by United Flower Growers
Chair: Mike Boot, Engage Agro, Chilliwack, BC Sponsored by Country Life in BC
Raspberries/Strawberries
1:30-2.20 Raspberry Production in High Tunnels — What Have We Learned? Kathy Demchak, PSU, Pennsylvania
Raspberry production is well-suited to high tunnels, but there are many aspects to consider before investing in high tunnel raspberry production. Learn whether tunnels could be a financially viable, sustainable and profitable option for your farm. 2.20-2.50 “To Caneburn or Not To Caneburn; That Is The Question” Tim Miller, WSU, Mt. Vernon, WA
Find out if we should be caneburning in fields that are declining. 2.50-3.20 Application of Biodegradable Plastic Mulches in Small Fruit Production Lisa Wasko DeVetter, WSU, Mt. Vernon, WA
Learn about plastic biodegradable mulches and how they may improve raspberry and day-neutral strawberry production 3:20-3:40 Raspberry Market Outlook How will the world market impact prices in 2018. Pesticide Re-certification credits: 1.5
Floriculture
1:00-1:25 Propagation and How to Start ‘Clean’
Ronald Valentin, Bioline AgroSciences, Vineland Station, ON
Ronald discusses the reasons to establish biocontrol agents at propagation, touching on both the advantages and challenges to their use as the first line of defence against pests in floriculture crops. 1:25-1:45 Side-effects of Pesticides on Biological Control Agents Paul Koole, BioBest, Langley, BC
Pesticide applications can cause harm to a biocontrol program. Online tools can be used by growers to determine the impact of a pesticide on specific biocontrol agents. 1:45-2:45 Biological Warfare against Greenhouse Pests: New Developments John Sanderson, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY
In the battle against aphids, does fertilizer method or amount influence the battle? How well do certain predators and parasitoids work against different aphids such as green peach or foxglove aphid? In the battle against thrips and fungus gnats, what are the best ways to use insect-killing nematodes? This talk arms you with new warfare information on these topics. 2:45-3:45 Training your Irrigation Team for Success
Will Healy, Ball Horticultural Company, West Chicago, IL
The most difficult job in the spring is to train your watering team on the appropriate time to water to ensure healthy plant growth. Will has worked with operations around the world to teach them to rapidly train their growers to water correctly. When crops are watered correctly, shrink is reduced, insect and disease issues are less and crop quality is improved.
Field Vegetables
1:30-2:10 Cole Crop Foliar Diseases
Renee Prasad, UFV, Chilliwack, BC Rishi Burlakoti, AAFC, Agassiz Research & Development Centre, BC Arlan Benn, ES Cropconsult Ltd., Cloverdale
Disease management, in field and storage, involves a toolbox approach including fungicides and choosing the optimal variety. Project work in the FV is looking at what the best options are for growers. 2:10-3:10 Noctuids Making News in BC - True Armyworm and Cutworm Arlan Benn, ES Cropconsult Ltd., Cloverdale, BC Tracy Hueppelsheuser, BCAGRI, Abbotsford, BC Jeremy McNeil, Western University, London, ON
Cutworm seem to be on the increase in BC vegetables. In 2017, the presence and persistence of true armyworm in the FV seems different and more problematic. Hear from an expert in the behaviour and chemical ecology of insects, on the biology, migration patterns and management of noctuids. 3:10-3:40 Ready or Not - Western Corn Rootworm in BC Tracy Hueppelsheuser, BCAGRI, Abbotsford, BC
We have learned much in 2017 on distribution of Western corn rootworm in the FV and impacts. Hear more about management options. 3:40-4:00 Don’t Forget About Pollinators Renee Prasad, UFV, Chilliwack, BC
Pesticide Re-certification credits: 2.0
3:45-4:05 How Much Water can be Saved by Monitoring Soil Moisture
Ted van der Gulik, Partnership for Water Sustainability in BC, Abbotsford, BC
The findings of a two-year demonstration project on the use of soil moisture sensors to control irrigation in containerized crops.
2:15-2:45 Mushroom Cultivation within an Agroforestry Framework
3:00-3:30 Christmas Trees, Cattle and Forage - All Moving Together
Agroforestry in BC focuses on complementing current on-farm management with alternate crops and practices; diversifying cash-flow and labour; providing supplemental income; and enhancing long-term sustainability.
Scott will provide an overview of the different mushroom species, kits and considerations from his many years of experience and how they may be used within an agroforestry systems approach.
Charlie and Tom will show how the integration of these individual production systems provides tangible benefits and returns.
1:00-1:15 Introduction - Dave Trotter, BCAGRI, Abbotsford, BC
2:45-3:00 Break Scott will have various mushroom kits and supplies available for viewing. Pauline and Jim will have some of their syrup products on display.
BMO Room Agroforestry
Chair: Dave Trotter, BCAGRI, Abbotsford, BC
1:15-2:15 Potential of Agroforestry in the Pacific Northwest: Opportunities and Challenges Badege Bishaw, Oregon State University, Corvallis, OR
Explore agroforestry potential in the region and its benefit to producers and small landowners.
Scott Henderson, The Mushroom Man, Vancouver, BC
Charlie Willis and Tom Quirk, Kootenay Tree Farms, Cranbrook, BC
3:30-4:00 Syrup Production to the Greenhouse and Back - How Sweet!
Pauline Gomez and Jim Fowler, Kispiox Creations, Hazelton, BC
Jim and Pauline will show how they integrate their syrup and greenhouse production.
Friday Morning | January 26, 2018 Terralink Room
Farm Business Management: “Competing in the Market Place: Knowledge and Strategies for Success” Chair: George Geldart, Vernon, BC Sponsored by Growing Forward 2, A Federal-Provincial-Territorial Initiative
This session addresses tactics on how to be proactive in the face of Global trade issues and will address the importance of viewing the Americas as a source of both competitors and customers. The keynote will provide strategies to in order to take advantage of opportunities for growing and selling agriculture products in the North American market. 9:00-9:40 Exporting to the United States: How the Latest NAFTA Negotiations Affect You
Breanna Leininger, Operations Manager at Pacific Customs Brokers Incorporated, Blaine, WA
In this session, Breanna discusses clearance challenges like anti-dumping/countervailing and Partner Government Agency requirements. She will present tools to develop proactive contingencies to mitigate the impact of such events and have a competitive edge over producers/suppliers in other jurisdictions. 09:45-10:45 Competitors and the Development of Mexico as a Dominant Player
Roberta Cook, Member of the Board of Directors of Ocean Mist Farms and Village Farms, Davis, CA
Roberta presents on competition for American fresh fruit and vegetable consumer dollars. Topics include how to access market intelligence, changing consumer preferences, exploding consumer choice and competition for the consumer produce dollar. Growers can use this knowledge to prosper in this increasingly competitive marketplace. 10:45-10:55 Refreshment Break 10:55-12:00 Keynote Address: Success Strategies That Belong on Your Radar Screen
Gary Morton, Co-Owner and Consultant to the Agri-Food Industry, SKUfood Incorporated Annapolis Valley, NS
Evergro Room
BASF Gallery
Chair: Stephanie Tam, BCAGRI, Abbotsford, BC
Chair: Leisa Yee, BC Potato and Vegetable Growers Association, Delta, BC Sponsored by BC Potato and Vegetable Growers Association
Agriculture Water Management
9:00-9:20 Rainwater Harvesting in an Agricultural Application David Pfortmueller, University Sprinklers, Delta, BC
Turn rainwater runoff into a useful resource input: a case study of a recent installation and examples of agricultural applications and technology to harvest rainwater. 9:20-9:40 Components for Rainwater Harvesting
Dean Barrett, BARR Plastics, Abbotsford, BC
Various tank options and what components are required to build a quality rainwater harvesting system. 9:40-10:00 Poultry Application of Rainwater Harvesting System
Dr. Stewart Richie or Dr. Gigi Lin, Canadian Poultry Consultants Ltd. (CPC), Abbotsford, BC
Treatment and filtration of rainwater captured to meet water quality guidelines for poultry ingestion. 10:00-10:15 The Economics of Rainwater Harvesting Systems for Agriculture Stephanie Tam, BCAGRI, Abbotsford, BC
Evaluating the investment, maintenance and application of rainwater harvesting systems for agricultural commodities in various BC regions. 10:15-10:20 Refreshment Break 10:20-10:40 Provincial Drought Response
Valerie Cameron, BC Ministry of FLNR, Victoria, BC
A collaborative approach among levels of government to identify the level of hydrological droughts, decide regulatory actions, and help reduce drought impacts to all water users. 10:40-11:00 Drought Implications in Agriculture
Andrew Petersen, BCAGRI, Kamloops, BC
The effects of drought on agricultural operations. How the Provincial Drought Response helps mitigate the impacts to the agricultural economy. 11:00-11:20 Drought Communication Strategies in the Okanagan Kelly Garcia, Okanagan Basin Water Board, Kelowna, BC
A pilot project to develop and assess the effectiveness of drought communication strategies between water purveyors and agricultural water users. 11:20-11:40 BC Agriculture Water Use Reporting Tool Demo
Ted van der Gulik, Partnership for Water Sustainability in BC, Abbotsford, BC
With over 35 years of experience in agriculture production and marketing Gary has built business success by continually adapting to changing and disruptive market trends. In this session Gary demonstrates how to develop strategies for your farm business that produce winning customer relationships and improve your bottom line. This presentation challenges your beliefs about customers and shows proven approaches that you need for success, both today and tomorrow.
An online tool allows all BC agricultural water licence holders to submit their water usage through a streamlined system to better monitor and manage water resources. 11:40-12:00 Salinity Monitoring in Delta
Ted van der Gulik, Partnership for Water Sustainability in BC, Abbotsford, BC
Understanding salinity profiles along the Lower Fraser River will support decision making and recommendations to improve agriculture’s access to fresh water in Delta and Richmond.
Potatoes
9:00-9:30 Thrips in Potatoes and Other Rotational Crops Dru Yates, ES Cropconsult Ltd., Cloverdale, BC
Hear insights on growing scenarios of greatest risk for thrips impacts, and proactive management recommendations growers can put into practice. 9:30-10:00 Dickeya in Potatoes - What Should Growers Be Aware Of?
Rishi Burlakoti, AAFC, Agassiz Research & Development Centre, BC
Dickeya spp. is a different and more aggressive potato pathogen that is on the rise in North America. Hear more about biology, symptoms and prevention management in potatoes. 10:00-10:15 Refreshment Break 10:15-10:45 Gene Editing - A Tool to Boost Pest Resistance Michael Dosset, BC Berry Cultivar Development Inc., Agassiz, BC
What is CRISPR technology, and how is CRISPR geneediting different from genetic engineering (GMO)? It has the potential to revolutionize the way we manage some challenging pests in agriculture. 10:45-11:30 Managing Yellow Nutsedge and Other Weeds in Potatoes
Joel Felix, Oregon State University, Ontario, OR
Dr. Felix’s work focuses on development and support of weed management tactics that address grower economic growth while enhancing environmental stewardship for a viable and sustainable agriculture. 11:30-12:00 Wireworm Management - Developing an IPM Solution for Potatoes
Wim van Herk, AAFC, Agassiz Research & Development Centre, BC
Project work in PEI is showing how we can effectively monitor for adult click beetles and use this information to forecast crop damage. The work done in PEI can inform how wireworms are managed in BC. Where are we, and what are the next steps for wireworm research in BC? Pesticide Re-certification credits: 2.75
Friday Morning | January 26, 2018 FCC Loft
Hazelnuts Chair: Dave Trotter, BCAGRI, Abbotsford, BC Sponsored by BC Hazelnut Growers Association
9:00-9:10 Opening Remarks and Announcements BC Hazelnut Growers Association, Agassiz, BC Welcome to attendees, overview of session, upcoming events 9:10-9:45 New Initiatives in Support of Hazelnut Growers in BC TJ Schur, BCAGRI, Victoria, BC Overview of support from the Ministry to hazelnut growers
Hazelnut Inventory Allyson Mittelstaedt, ES Cropconsult Ltd., Surrey, BC Hazelnut production Guide Tom Baumann, Expert Agriculture Team Ltd, Chilliwack, BC Guidelines for removal and disposal of Easter Filbert Blight (EFB) infected hazelnut trees McTavish Resource and Management Consultants Ltd 9:45-10:30 Performance of New Hazelnut Cultivars in British Columbia Thom O’Dell, Nature Tech Nursery, Langley, BC Summary of 6 years of Hazelnut Field Trials in the Fraser Valley and the Gulf Islands
10:30-10:45 Refreshment Break 10:45-11:15 Protecting Young Hazelnut Orchards from Emerging Diseases Karina Sakalauskas, BCAGRI, Abbotsford, BC Updates on diseases recently found on hazelnut trees in BC 11:15-12:00 Growing Hazelnuts: Lessons from Oregon Nik Wiman, Extension Orchard Specialist, OSU, Aurora, OR
Friday Afternoon | January 26, 2018 Terralink Room
Evergro Room
BASF Gallery
Chair: Karina Sakalauskas, BCAGRI, Abbotsford, BC Sponsored by Engage Agro, Country Life in BC
Chair: George Geldart, Vernon, BC Sponsored by Growing Forward 2, A Federal-Provincial-Territorial Initiative, Fraser Valley Farm Direct Marketing Association
Chair: Raymond Bredenhof, BCHGA , Abbotsford, BC Sponsored by BC Hop Growers Association
All Berries
1:15-1:40 Farm Water Irrigation
Justin Falardeau, UBC, Vancouver, BC Elsie Friesen, BCAGRI, Abbotsford, BC
Practical tips from research to ensure best practices for water sampling. 1:40-2:05 Apps for In-Field Decision Making Renee Prasad and Agri 306 Students, UFV, Chilliwack, BC
Examples of how multiple apps can work together to help answer common (and not so common) questions to aid in both short and long term planning. 2:05-2:30 Mites in Berry Crops: Small Things that Matter Tracy Hueppelsheuser, BCAGRI, Abbotsford, BC
Several mites can be present and cause damage in berry crops. What we need to know about these tiny arthropods. 2:30-3:10 Weevils Know No Borders
Hollis Spitler, WSU, Mt.Vernon, WA Tracy Hueppelsheuser, BCAGRI, Abbotsfrod, BC
Biology and management of these critical pests in berry crops. 3:10-3:30 Use of UAV in BC Blueberry Operations
Thomas Elliot, Madrone Environmental Services, Duncan, BC
Overview, details, imagery and summary of UAV services (commonly known as drones) conducted during the growing season of 2017 for blueberry crop. 3:30-4:00 Vegetative Buffers: Can They Help to Moderate Interface Concerns on the Farm? Dave Trotter, BCAGRI, Abbotsford, BC
Dave will discuss how a designed vegetative buffer can help to reduce a variety of interface concerns like pesticide drift, dust and odour. Pesticide Re-certification credits: 1.5
Direct Farm Marketing
Build your direct farm marketing business. Learn how to navigate liquor licencing to make and sell alcoholic products at your farm business from Randy Brown. Will Bilozir discusses how he developed and markets blue potatoes and his beef products. As a purchaser, Peter Chapman offers his experience on how to bring customers to your business and how to keep them via internet marketing. 1:00-2:00 What It Takes To Enter The Alcohol Market
Randy Brown, Liquor Control and Licensing, Kelowna, BC
Although two thirds of British Columbian alcohol is produced on agriculture land, farmers find the alcohol licensing system to be an intimidating barrier to entry. Randy will provide a map to navigate all levels of the licensing process. 2:00-3:00 Developing Products and a Customer Base
Will Bilozir, Producer and Direct Marketer, DeWinton, AB
Will raises and direct markets organic beef and his own potato variety, True Blue Potatoes, which he developed and patented in Canada (PBR, 2000) and the United States (PVP, 2001). A former lecturer at the Mount Royal University Bissett School of Business, Will offers a presentation on how he applied business principles to his own agribusiness. 3:00-4:00 Selling Food In the Future, Helping You Get Your Products In The Shopping Cart
Peter Chapman, Retail Marketer, Author, Speaker & Consultant to the Agri-Food Industry, Annapolis Valley, NS
How to navigate the marketplace more effectively and get your items into consumers’ shopping carts. Peter’s extensive experience includes product development, building relationships throughout the supply chain and retail merchandising. He understands the food industry, he has a passion for seeing others succeed in this business, and shares his in-depth knowledge of the retail landscape and consumers with food producers and processors who want to grow sales.
Hops
1:00-1:10 Welcome and Introductions
Raymond Bredenhof, BCHGA , Abbotsford, BC
1:10-1:40 Nematodes
Maria Jeffries, BCAGRI, Abbotsford, BC
An overview of nematodes including types of nematodes, effects and controls. 1:40-2:10 Downy and Powdery Mildew
Rishi Burlakoti, AAFC, Agassiz Research & Development Centre, BC Rishi Burlakoti, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Agassiz, BC
This will be excellent information for growers that do not want a repeat of last growing season. Understand the life cycle, and field monitoring methods. Also, field sanitation and control methods. 2:10-2:40 Brewing Industry Update
Paul Sweeting, Ravens Brewing, Abbotsford, BC
What’s happening in the BC Brewing industry and what do brewers want to see from the local hop growers. Also, the terroir of hops! 2:40-3:10 Aphids
Renee Prasad, UFV, Chilliwack, BC
An in-depth session on the number one insect pest in a hop yard. Understand the life cycle, pest monitoring and well as organic and conventional control methods
LMHIA GENERAL BUSINESS MEETING 4 pm | Terralink Room Everyone Welcome!
Saturday Morning | January 27, 2018 Terralink Room
Evergro Room
BASF Gallery
Chair: Karina Sakalauskas, BCAGRI, Abbotsford, BC Sponsored by Berryhill Foods, Engage Agro, Nature’s Touch Frozen Foods (West)
Chair: Corrine Roesler, BCAGRI, Abbotsford, BC
Chair: Gary Jones, Kwantlen Polytechnic University, Langley, BC Sponsored by Fraser Valley Organic Producers Association
Blueberries
9:00-9:25 Improved Understanding of Phomopsis Twig/Blossom Blight and Dieback of Highbush Blueberry Keiko Nabetani, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, SK
Hear about the latest results of this disease.
9:25-9:50 Monitoring Townsends Voles in Berry Plantations in the Lower Mainland Doug Ransome, BCIT, Burnaby, BC
Is vegetation control an effective method to reduce vole abundance and damage? 9:50-10:15 Managing Crop Pollination and Yields Deficits Kyle Bobiwash, SFU, Burnaby, BC
Farmers can experience highly variable yields due to pollination. Understanding why can help improve pollination management for more consistent results. 10:15-10:30 Refreshment Break 10:30-10:55 Update on Spotted Wing Drosophila Risk Factors and Research
Tom Peerbolt, Northwest Berry Foundation, Portland, OR
Continued diligence in SWD prevention and management year-round is needed to minimize crop loss. Tom will share some reminders and new ideas to consider as you plan for 2018 harvest. 10:55-11:35 Overview of Blueberry Production in Chile. Harvest and Postharvest Management
Jorge Retamales, Universidad de Talca, Santiago, Chile
Learn about blueberry production in Chile and how important is the handling of the fruit at harvest and during postharvest to reduce loss of quality and spoilage. 11:35-12:15 Blueberries: Trends and Forecasts
Cort Brazelton, Fall Creek, Lowell, OR
The general findings and major trends from the latest IBO Global Blueberry Statistic Intelligence report.
Evaluating the Use of UAVs or Drones in the BC Agriculture Sector 9:00-9:15 Imagery to Information: UAVs in BC Agriculture Sector
Thomas Elliot, Madrone Environmental Services Ltd, Duncan, BC
An overview of current and prospective UAV use in the BC agriculture sector. 9:15-10:15 Farm Operation Management using UAVs
Philip Reece, Brad Billwiller, Geoff Mullins, InDro Robotics Inc., Salt Spring Island, BC Thomas R Elliot, Madrone Environmental Services Ltd, Duncan, BC
Will UAV field applications help BC producers make irrigation, nutrient, pest and harvesting decisions? A panel discussion on 3 recent and local case studies (blueberries, cherries, and hops). 10:15-10:30 Refreshment Break 10:30-11:00 Why Flying Your Drone is a Great Idea, But is Likely Against Regulations
Philip Reece, InDro Robotics Inc., Salt Spring Island, BC
Understanding Transport Canada and BC regulations for flying UAVs on private agricultural land. 11:00-11:30 So What Are UAVs Actually Going to Tell Me?
Brad Billwiller, InDro Robotics Inc., Salt Spring Island, BC Thomas R Elliot, Madrone Environmental Services Ltd, Duncan, BC
How do you compare current UAV services to conventional approaches? What should you consider when selecting and contracting a UAV service provider? 11:30-12:00 UAV Flight and Best Management Practices Demonstration
Philip Reece, Brad Billwiller, Geoff Mullins, InDro Robotics Inc., Salt Spring Island, BC Thomas R Elliot, Madrone Environmental Services Ltd, Duncan BC
A demonstration UAV flight highlighting operating procedures paired with expert commentary on the resulting data and imagery.
Pesticide Re-certification credits: 1.0
Organics
9:00-9:30 Opportunities to Diversify into Vegetable Seed Production
Shauna MacKinnon, Farm Folk City Folk, Vancouver, BC Chris Thoreau, Farm Folk City Folk, Vancouver, BC
BC is one of the few regions of the world with optimum growing conditions for a number of vegetable seed crops, yet production is far below their potential. Vegetable growers have an opportunity to diversify into seed production and access the BC organic seed market. What other farms have done, and what resources and market opportunities exist. 9:30-9:55 Assessing Food Safety Risks When Using Irrigation Water Elsie Friesen, BCAGRI, Abbotsford, BC
All agricultural waters in direct contact with food and food contact surfaces should meet potable water standards. However, irrigation waters are not as clearly defined. Research and modernized guidelines can assist in simplifying our best management practices regarding assessing the food safety risks of irrigation water for vegetable producers. 9:55-10:05 Refreshment Break 10:05-10:45 Ecology of Weeds and Steps for Good Management
Jichul Bae, AAFC, Agassiz Research & Development Centre, BC Kathy Ma, ES Cropconsult Ltd., Cloverdale, BC
10:45-11:15 Biopesticides - Growth Offers Promise for Organic Growers
Todd Kabaluk, AAFC, Agassiz Research & Development Centre, BC
Research, market growth, and government programmes strengthen the likelihood that biopesticides will become conventional pest control products for the organic sector. With annual market growth of 15%, biologically-based pesticides have gained the attention of big companies and their availability to organic growers can be expected in the coming years. 11:15-12:00 Meeting Nutrient Needs in a Diverse Vegetable Operation Harvie Snow, Snow Farms, Delta, BC Doug Collins, WSU, Puyallup, WA
PESTICIDE RECERTIFICATION CREDIT PROGRAM LMHIA members holding a Pesticide Applicators Certificate may collect credits towards re-certification as an option to re-writing an exam at the end of the 5-year certificate. Growers may participate in the short course and other pre-approved educational events to collect the required credits (20) over the five year period of their certificate to become re-certified.
To participate in the program, a grower must:
Maintain membership in the LMHIA (i.e. register for the short course each year) Possess a current & valid 5-year certificate in the agriculture general category Be able to read and comprehend English pesticide labels
Managing and monitoring soil fertility across variable landscapes is the challenge in a diverse vegetable operation. Hear some insights into the decision-making from an organic grower of mixed vegetables, and an agriculture extension scientist who is developing tools to aid in evaluating the nutrient status of management zones for small-scale vegetable operations in the Pacific Northwest. Registration forms for the credit program will be available at the registration desk during the Growers' Short Course. COLLECT PESTICIDE CREDITS! Sessions at the Short Course which are eligible for pesticide re-certification credits are indicated with a ladybug. The total credits for eligible sessions are indicated at the bottom of each session.
Saturday Afternoon | January 27, 2018 Terralink Room
BASF Gallery
Chair: Anju Gill, BC Blueberry Council, Abbotsford, BC Sponsored by Americold, BC Blueberry Council, Berryhill Foods, Nature’s Touch Frozen Foods (West)
Chair: Harvie Snow, Snow Farms, Delta, BC Sponsored by Fraser Valley Organic Producers Association
Blueberries
1:30-2:00 A New Biocontrol Solution for Loopers
1:30-1:50 Agri-Laser-Bird Management
Michelle Franklin, Kwantlen Polytechnic University, Langley, BC
Gayle Krahn, Coral Beach Farm, Lake Country, BC
Learn from this pilot project how automated laser technology can help to scare birds and protect your fruit in a quiet and humane way. 1:50-2:10 Have You Got the Blueberry Bud Set Blues? Mark Sweeney, Consultant, Abbotsford, BC
The 2017 crop was down primarily due to poor flower bud set the previous fall. Why is this happening, and are there ways to improve? 2:10-2:50 Yield in Blueberries
Jorge Retamales, Universidad de Talca, Santiago, Chile
Learn about how to estimate yield and how to improve it. 2:50-3:15 BC Blueberry Breeding Program Update New updates to the blueberry breeding program. 3:15-3:40 Firmness and Fruit Quality in New Blueberry Varieties Hear preliminary results on how several new varieties are performing.
The baculovirus - looper field trial is an example of work out of the Institute for Sustainable Horticulture (ISH) to advance agriculture and landscapes towards ecologically sound alternatives for pest management. Hear about ISH’s raised bed trials to expand the registration of Loopex to field vegetables. 2:00-2:30 Caring for Pollinators
Sandra Gillespie, UFV, Abbotsford, BC
To conserve native pollinators in agricultural landscapes, local management schemes must account for their biology. Pollinators need not only flowers for food, but also habitats in which to nest. By taking this into account, we can enhance the abundance of these economically and ecologically important species. 2:30-3:30 Noctuids and the Challenge to Manage — Awareness is Key
Michael Dossett, BCBCD, Abbotsford, BC
Eric Gerbrandt, Sky Blue Horticulture Ltd., Chilliwack, BC
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Cutworm seem to be on the increase in BC vegetables. In 2017, the presence and persistence of true armyworm in the FV seems different and more problematic. Hear thoughts from an expert in the behaviour and chemical ecology of insects, on the biology, migration patterns and management of noctuids. 3:30-4:00 Crop protection and Season Extension Hughie Jones, UBC, Vancouver, BC
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To aid the management of crops grown using season extension tools, UBC seeks to improve the understanding of microclimate modification using soil mulches and low tunnels, and how that can improve crop production.
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