I N T H I S I S S U E Winter 2013-14
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On The Cover Abel O’Brennan has played a central role in the
transformation of a dairy farmto one of Vancouver Island’s largest berry farms and fastest-growing fruit wineries, Coastal Black.
Tamara Leigh photo British Columbia Berry Grower • Winter 2013-14 3 RASP COUNCIL SUPPORTED
A key hearing in Abbotsford on proposed establishment of a national raspberry council heard positive presentations froma variety of intervenors.
EVERYTHING IN MODERATION
Study by PARC researchers links blueberry success to moderate irrigation and applying nitrogen through fertigation.
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MINDING YOUR BUSINESS 14 PRUNINGS
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Biannual gathering in Langley yields learning opportunities for participants.
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FRUIT WINES ON THE RISE
More berry producers are taking advantage of increased demand, and there’s a lot of interest in Asian export opportunities.
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