BC Living Lab
Helping BC farmers contribute to climate change mitigation while improving the productivity and ecological benefits of farmland for future generations.
About BC Living Lab
The BC Living Lab is a collaborative project being undertaken by IAF and key partners in the BC agriculture sector.
Field Vegetables
Perennial Row Crops
Dairy
Cattle & Forage
Latest Resources
- Okanagan Vineyard Field Days Bring Growers and Researchers Together to Explore Cover Crops and Vineyard Health
Nearly 70 producers, researchers, and wine grape industry partners gathered in the Okanagan this June for two hands-on field days focused on cover cropping, invasive species management, and emerging vineyard research. The events showcased work taking place in Okanagan vineyards, including two sites participating in the BC Living Lab, and created valuable opportunities for growers… Read more: Okanagan Vineyard Field Days Bring Growers and Researchers Together to Explore Cover Crops and Vineyard Health - Assessing BMPs for Extended Winter Grazing: Economic Performance in British Columbia
On May 7, Cattle & Forage hosted a webinar with Serecon Inc. going over the results of a recent study. The results are based on detailed information provided by BC Ranchers practicing these BMPs. - BC Ag Producers: Share Your Insights
We’re collecting producer perspectives to understand what influences BMP adoption in BC. Your input in the survey helps us see what’s changing over time and what supports producers need moving forward. Why Your Feedback Matters This survey builds on a similar survey distributed in 2023, allowing us to revisit key questions and see what’s changed.… Read more: BC Ag Producers: Share Your Insights
This work is supported through funding from Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada’s (AAFC) Agricultural Climate Solutions (ACS) – Living Labs program. ACS supports the integration of scientific research and farming operations, with the goal of developing and increasing the adoption of effective practices and technologies that help farmers contribute to climate change mitigation and improve the natural environment.