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Ministry of Agriculture and Lands
 
August 28, 2010

GRAND FORKS FAIR HONOURED WITH CENTURY FARM AWARD

GRAND FORKS – The Grand Forks and District Fall Fair is being recognized with a Century Farm Award after showcasing British Columbia’s agriculture sector for 100 years, announced Agriculture and Lands Minister Steve Thomson.

August 24, 2010

PROVINCE CELEBRATES 100 YEARS OF FUN AT THE PNE

VANCOUVER – After a century of entertaining British Columbians and showcasing the fun side of B.C.’s agriculture sector, the Pacific National Exhibition is being recognized with a Century Farm Award, announced Agriculture and Lands Minister Steve Thomson.

August 24, 2010

GOVERNMENT OF CANADA HELPS B.C. BEEF INDUSTRY

An investment of up to $3 million will support the beef industry by developing new marketing opportunities to help farmers and food processors boost their bottom line. This investment is in addition to the Government of B.C.’s recent $2 million investment that will fund projects recommended by BC’s Ranching Task Force.

August 23, 2010

INNOVATIVE WATER MODEL IDENTIFYING OKANAGAN WATER USE

KELOWNA – A computer model developed to determine the amount of water resources required for agricultural land in the Okanagan now and in the future is helping identify, develop, and protect long-term agricultural water supplies.

August 20, 2010

PROVINCE ASSISTS FARMERS AND RANCHERS IN WILDFIRE AREAS

Staff with Emergency Management BC, the Ministry of Agriculture and Lands, and the Ministry of Forests and Range are working together with regional districts to assist with any necessary livestock movements, and to address the concerns of impacted farmers and ranchers.