Priority pest issues in the Fraser Valley
These resources identify priorities for improved resources, research and actions to address agricultural pest issues in the Fraser Valley. The 2017 report analyzes the results of a…
Fraser Valley Adaptation Strategies plan
These resources outline strategies and actions for enhancing the ability of agriculture in the Fraser Valley region to adapt to climate change. The 2018 Fraser Valley Adaptation…
Agricultural drainage in the Fraser Valley
These resources provide information about agricultural drainage in the context of increasing annual precipitation, extreme precipitation and flood risk. The 2017 report includes: The 2018 report includes…
Freshet flooding in the Fraser Valley
These resources document the potential impacts of freshet flooding to agriculture in the Fraser Valley Regional District. Impacts were assessed/evaluated using various flood scenarios. Potential actions for…
Managing agricultural water in the Fraser Valley workshop
This report describes the development and delivery of a full-day workshop that provided producers with information about agricultural water supply, water regulations/policy and water management practices. The…
Inventory of Fraser Valley pests: Activities, gaps and priorities
This pest inventory provides an assessment of pest threats to agriculture in the Fraser Valley. Based on consultations with growers and specialists from 30 agricultural commodities across…
Darkling beetle: fact sheet
The darkling beetle is the most common insect pest affecting poultry production in Canada. This fact sheet provides information on the pest lifecycle, identification and monitoring. It…
Downy mildew in hops: fact sheet
Downy mildew is a re-emerging disease in the hops industry. This fact sheet provides a description of the symptoms and lifecycle of downy mildew in hops. It…
Weeds in the Fraser Valley: fact sheet
This fact sheet provides management tips and best practices for weed management. It also highlights five weeds affecting agriculture in the Fraser Valley, including how to identify…
Spotted wing drosophila: fact sheet
Spotted wing drosophila (SWD) is an insect pest of major concern for small fruit and tree fruit crops. This fact sheet provides information on identifying, monitoring and…