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IAF is an industry led, not for profit society that creates funding opportunities to support thriving BC agriculture through the effective delivery of programs.

 British Columbia, Canada
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Joined February 2012
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Check out our quick video unveiling the co-funding partnership with @IAFBC backing eight innovative projects with $1.84 million to tackle climate change challenges in BC’s agriculture and aquaculture sectors. #ClimateChange #BCAgriculture #GIRAFF
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The 2021 flooding in BC had devastating effects for some farming communities. BC is helping farmers in the Fraser Valley recover so they can continue their important work. New projects will improve flood resiliency & food security & protect ecosystems. iafbc.ca/Fraser-Valley-Flood
Two people with farm in background. Text reads: "The 2021 floods were a harsh reminder of the risks we face. It damaged our home, we lost livestock and crops. But the floods also revealed something profoundly encouraging: the spirit of our community. It’s this sense of solidarity that embodies what it means to be part of the Fraser Valley farming community." Brad & Kim BC farmers

ALT Two people with farm in background. Text reads: "The 2021 floods were a harsh reminder of the risks we face. It damaged our home, we lost livestock and crops. But the floods also revealed something profoundly encouraging: the spirit of our community. It’s this sense of solidarity that embodies what it means to be part of the Fraser Valley farming community." Brad & Kim BC farmers

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What does the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples mean for your organization? Join us for a webinar on #UNDRIP for nonprofits, foundations, and local governments. Register: refbc.ca/undrip-webinar/ Please share!
Join us for UNDRIP & You on April 13, 2023

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DYK we're now accepting Letters of Intent for our 2023 Agricultural Enhancement Grants programs? If your agricultural business focuses on innovation, you may be eligible for funding. Learn more: bit.ly/3zQI4yI 📷: Jim Verwoerd #ACFAgGrants #AbbotsfordBC
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Do you have an interesting topic you’d like to share at the 2023 BC Organic Conference? We want to hear from you! We're looking for presenters to share best practices, expert knowledge, tips & tricks, stories and more within all areas of organic ag. organicbc.org/call-for-prese…
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BC Buy Local Week starts tomorrow! 🛍️ ➡️Follow @LOCObc for tips on how you can support local businesses and participate in different contests throughout this week. #BCBuyLocal #BCBuyLocalWeek #BuyBC #EatDrinkLocal #SupportLocal
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Do you want to implement a climate-friendly practice on your farm? Join the Farm Resilience Mentorship Program! Nitrogen Management, Cover Crop & Grazing streams. Online courses, workshops, and 1:1 or group mentorship is available for free. ⬇️ farmlearninghub.ca/
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SAVE THE DATE! ✍️ The 2022 BC Farmers’ Markets Conference is back this year, Rise Up: Working together from resiliency to sustainability. DATE: NOVEMBER 3-5, 2022 LOCATION: NEW WESTMINISTER, BC.
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‘It truly is exceptional’: Where’s the rain on Canada’s normally “wet” coast? #drought #heatwave #climatecrisis lnkd.in/gVdzEZ3E

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Nominations are open for the BCFB Awards!!!✨ NOMINATE TODAY: bcfbawards.com #BCFBAwards #BCFBAwards2022 #FoodAndBeverage #ProductOfTheYear #BCFood #BCFB – at Greater Vancouver, British Columbia
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Attn BC farmers, fishers, and food and beverage processors! Did you know you can apply to get the Buy BC logo and add it to your packaging and marketing materials—for free!? For more information and how to apply, visit: buybc.gov.bc.ca/join-buy-bc/ youtube.com/watch?v=AhcQrtDH…
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BCLNA's 35th Plant Auction is returning VIRTUALLY for FIVE DAYS ONLY – Monday, January 31st until Friday, February 4th. The Plant Auction will take place on ow.ly/an7Q50Hxqfu. For information on how you can register visit ow.ly/OPx050Hxqfw
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Buy BC was created to help British Columbians select fresh-tasting, high-quality products that are grown, raised, and processed in BC. Look for the Buy BC logo at the grocery store, farmers’ market or favourite restaurants to experience some of BC’s freshest ingredients.
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Let’s highlight some of the BC food and beverage champions out there! 🎄Tag a local business you are supporting this holiday season in the comments below! #BuyBC #ShopLocal #SupportLocal
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Have you picked up some local beets lately 😁
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CALL FOR PPE! Flooded #BCfarms are in need of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required to begin work on clean-up and recovery. If you are able to donate any of the items listed, please contact our office 1-877-533-1789. List: bit.ly/3pBedVX #BCFloods
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BCAC is accepting donations on behalf of farmers and ranchers who have been impacted by the recent severe weather events. Anyone looking to directly support B.C. farmers and ranchers who have been impacted can make a donation on our website: bcac.ca.
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For the past 100 years, scientists have been studying common scab, a potato disease resulting in big losses for #CdnAg. Will Dr. Goyer help win the battle against this threat? ow.ly/ug9Q50GNXuJ #InspireYouth with #FieldsOfScience
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Foodpro22 is back! Registration is now open! foodprobc.com
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Apple season is in full swing here in BC and we couldn’t be more excited! 🍎🙌 Check out these fun facts about BC apples. Were you surprised by any of these? #BuyBC #BCApples #LocalFood #FoodFacts
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