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


15 9 CRANBERRY FIELD DAY


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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