China’s Global Impact on Agricultural Trade
Economic growth in China is expected to slow to 7% in 2015, compared with 7.4% in 2014, and…
The Weed to Beat all Weeds: Yellow Nutsedge
It’s ranked among the worst weeds in the world. In fact it has been categorized as the worst…
Pest Profile: Blueberry Gall Midge
The blueberry gall midge [(Dasineura oxycoccana (Johnson)] is a relatively misunderstood pest of highbush blueberries. The pest is…
Prospects for Canadian Dairy Sector
Canada is renowned for the quality of its dairy products, and the sector remains an important part of…
The Burning Question: Can Used Bedding Make Money?
Anyone who works in B.C.’s poultry industry is aware that a creative, cost-effective disposal solution is required for…
What the Haskap?
“Have you ever heard of Haskap?” That was the question posed to Axel and I five years ago…
High Hopes for Rubber Plant: Taraxacum kok-saghyz
Taraxacum kok-saghyz (TKS) is an important industrial rubber-producing plant that can be grown annually in Canada. TKS has…
Water Act Revitalized
Around us and below us runs the life force that we as a province need to protect at…
Asparagus, the forgotten crop?
words: Ronda Payne Asparagus, the forgotten crop? A Washington grower touts the benefits of growing a vegetable in…
Pesticide-Free Gardening
Natural Ways to Fight Off Pests and Save Your Garden Many gardeners have an aversion to chemicals. These…