In-depth look at how cover cropping, biodiversity, compost, and soil health are being integrated into vineyard management in the Okanagan.

The field day will be led by Kurt Simcic, Viticulturist at CedarCreek Estate Winery. Joining the discussion will be Alejandra Galvan, Sustainability Manager at Cedar Creek, who will share insights into the winery’s broader sustainability approach and how ecological stewardship is being incorporated across operations.

Join to hear from several researchers working within the AgriScience Grape & Wine Research Cluster as they share updates on the first three years of their research projects!

Attendees will have a chance to learn about current research from across Canada primarily relating to climate resilience and adaptation in the vineyard.

Join the BCFGA and City of Kelowna for a grower focused Town Hall. No registration required!

The Ministry of Agriculture is planning a tailgate meeting for producers in the Greater Vernon Irrigation District.

Join us for the Southern leg of our Replanting Healthy Vineyards field tour, hosted in collaboration with researchers and viticulturists.

This engaging field day invites you into active vineyard sites in Osoyoos, where we’ll explore real-world applications of biodiversity practices that support healthy vineyards and resilient ecosystems.

Through hands-on demonstrations and open discussions, participants will gain insights into:

• Replanting

• Cover crops and identification

• Soil health and amendments

• Biodiversity in the vineyard

• Identifying and mitigating the spread of invasive species

Join us to hear the latest on replanting, cover cropping, soil health and amendments, biodiversity, and invasive species in the vineyard.

Replanting Healthy Vineyards - Northern Tour

Event Date & Time: Tuesday, June 9, 2026 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM PST

Event Description: Join us for the Northern leg of our Replanting Healthy Vineyards field tour, hosted in collaboration with researchers and viticulturists. This engaging field day invites you into active vineyard sites in Kelowna, where we’ll explore real-world applications of practices that support healthy vineyards and resilient ecosystems.

Through hands-on demonstrations and open discussions, participants will gain insights into:

• Replanting

• Cover crops and identification

• Soil health and amendments

• Biodiversity in the vineyard

• Identifying and mitigating the spread of invasive species

Interested in taking your irrigation and grower contracts knowledge to the next level? Don't miss the BCGA Spring Workshop! Join us in person at Kismet Winery, Oliver, BC, on May 28 at 1 PM. Reserve your spot: https://bit.ly/bcga-spring-2026-workshop

FREE for BCGA Members, $20 for Non-Members who can pay at the door or purchase a BCGA Membership.

Good decisions around irrigation and grape sales can make the difference between a successful season and a stressful one. This practical workshop brings together two key areas where growers can reduce risk, improve outcomes, and strengthen the long‑term health of their vineyards and businesses.

The workshop will conclude with a question-and-answer session, giving participants the chance to share experiences, ask questions, and learn from each other.

Growers will leave with practical insights they can apply in their own vineyards to improve decision‑making, reduce risk, and build more resilient operations.