Priority pests in the Cariboo-Chilcotin
This report provides an assessment of the potential impact of current and emerging pests on agriculture in the Cariboo. The report includes an analysis of the current…
Cariboo research extension resources
These research summaries were developed through the Cariboo Adaptation Research Alliance to extend research results for Cariboo producers. The soil quality test kit research summary provides information…
Applied agricultural research in the Cariboo
These resources provide an overview of the process to create an agricultural research organization for the Cariboo region. The 2017 project report and summary describe the context…
Vancouver Island Adaptation Strategies plan
These plans identify strategies and actions for adapting to priority climate issues affecting agriculture in the Vancouver Island region. The 2013 Cowichan Adaptation Strategies plan identified 12…
Agricultural extension models for the Cowichan Valley
This report reviews the state of agricultural extension, agricultural extension needs, and the relationship between extension and sector resilience to climate change. It also outlines a series…
Preparing for extreme events in the Cowichan Valley
These resources provide an overview of the types of extreme weather that is expected to become more frequent in the Cowichan Valley. The 2015 report review different…
Enhancing food processing in the Cowichan Valley
This report provides an inventory of food processing and storage infrastructure and assets in the Cowichan Valley. It also identifies needs, gaps and areas with potential for…
Communicating about drought in the Cowichan Valley
These resources provide an overview of a pilot project that tested communications strategies and activities for informing producers about drought levels in the Cowichan. The 2017 report…
Create an operations map: video
Learn the step-by-step process for completing an operations map, an important element of a Farm/Ranch Wildfire Plan. This video explains how to find or create a suitable…
Reduce wildfire threat to farm assets: video
Understand the three types of ignition that can cause wildfire to spread into and through the farm or ranch. Learn about practical actions for reducing risk to…