August 21, 2025 – 12:00 – 1:00 – CCLSP and the BC Decision Aid System (DAS) for Grapes

Join us on August 21 to learn about the Cross Commodity Leadership Support Project (CCLSP) and how their Innovation & Technology Committee is working with the BC Wine Grape Council (BCWGC) and the Wine Grape Industry Task Force (WGITF) to pilot and launch the new BC DAS for grapes this coming year. Kellie Garcia, CCLSP Program Director, will give an overview of CCLSP and Galen Barnhardt, Barn to Bottle Consulting, will provide information on the DAS program, how it relates to grapes, benefits to growers, and how people can get involved.

BC DAS for Wine Grapes – Beta Test Opportunity!

The BC Decision Aid System (BC DAS) is expanding to wine grapes in the Okanagan–Similkameen. Having benefitted tree fruit growers for years, BC DAS combines local weather data, crop & pest models, and timely alerts to help producers make smarter, faster management decisions.

They are recruiting vineyard managers, growers, and consultants to beta test these grape-specific tools during the 2025 season.

What’s in it for you?

✅ Early access to vineyard decision tools
✅ Help shape features that matter for BC viticulture
✅ Improve spray timing, phenology tracking & cold injury protection

For more information, read the full document here: BC DAS Beta Tester Recruitment 

HOW TO APPLY
Complete the short screening form (2-3 minutes) – found here.

For questions, contact: Galen Barnhardt, Barn to Bottle Consulting
Email: [email protected]
Selection will be confirmed and next steps by late September 2025.