Who we are
BCGA represents wine grape producers on agricultural issues and concerns, and works with other industry organizations, provincial and federal governments, and farming organizations to represent, promote and advance the interests of wine grape growers in BC.
We’re a nonprofit organization bringing elected officials, industry, and grape farmers together to collaborate, understand challenges, and shape solutions for agriculture.
Membership is voluntary, and we fund the organization through annual membership fees.
Objectives of the BCGA:
To support wine grape growers.
Educate on best practices for viticulture and Integrated Pest Management.
Maintain strong relationships with the government, wineries, related industries, and horticulture organizations.
Work towards stable and profitable markets for BC’s wine grapes.
BCGA represents growers in:
Business Economics for grape growers
Business Risk Management (Insurance and Other Tools)
Government Lobbying & Advocacy
Government Grants & Funding Programs
Health & Safety
Industry Collaboration
Industry Research & Data-Driven Decisions
Labour & Workforce Needs
Market Access & Grape Sales
Sustainable Viticulture
Starling Control
Vine Health & Plant Protection
Water & Climate Issues
What we offer
From in-depth workshops, representation, advocacy, viticulture reports and a starling control program to newsletters and classified ads …
Our grape growers’ resources are designed to grow with you—and move you forward.
We’re a non-profit organization representing all wine grape producers on agricultural issues and concerns in British Columbia.
We work with other industry organizations and provincial and federal governments to represent, promote and advance the interests of all wine grape growers in BC.