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SUMMARY:Grape Day\, part of the Commodity Days Series
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date! November 26th at UBC Okanagan campus. \nOpen to all members of industry! \nCo-hosted by the University of British Columbia and Agriculture and Agrifood Canada\, hear updates on the 6 ongoing S-CAP funded research projects for wine grapes in the morning. Stay for lunch\, and a presentation on smoke taint as well as a sensory analysis of affected and treated wines. There will be ample time for discussion and networking. We looking forward to seeing you once the hustle of harvest is past it’s peak! \nActivity #4: Vegetation management for long-term productivity and enhanced ecosystem services in Canadian semi-arid vineyards \nActivity #5: Managing grapevine viruses and their arthropod vectors \nActivity #6: Sustainable control of grapevine trunk diseases under a changing climate \nActivity #7: Precision management of grapevine stress and development under the challenges of climate change \nActivity #8: Prediction\, prevention\, and mitigation of smoke-taint (and other air-borne aromas) in grapes and wines \nActivity #9: Influence of temperature and heat-stress mitigation strategies on grape quality in British Columbia vineyards \nParking information: \nPark in H Lot\, pay by Honk app or pay station ($8.45/day) and walk up hill to University Centre building. \nView map: UBCOkanagan_CampusMap \nRegister here
URL:https://bcwgc.org/event/grape-commodity-day-at-ubc/
LOCATION:UNC Ballroom\, 3272 University Way\, Kelowna\, BC\, V1V 1V7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Research Updates,Field Day
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SUMMARY:October 2025 BCWGC R&D Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Mehdi Sharifi\, AAFC – Ground Cover Management and Sustainability in European Vineyards: Insights from the GiESCO 2025 Conference \nGiESCO is an internationally recognized event focused on viticulture and enology\, with presentations from researchers around the world. In 2025\, there were over 350 attendees\, and the main theme was sustainability and climate change. Dr. Sharifi attended as a delegate representing Canadian viticulture and will be sharing his learnings from the conference including photos\, vineyard practices and highlights. This will be a fun practical presentation showing how European vineyards are approaching sustainability using groundcover management.
URL:https://bcwgc.org/event/october-2025-bcwgc-rd-committee-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Research Updates
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250918T120000
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SUMMARY:September 2025 BCWGC R&D Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Mark Paul Selda Rivarez\, UBC – An Ilarvirus with Five Names and the Need for On-site\, High-throughput Virus Diagnostics in Grapes \nDr. Mark Paul Selda Rivarez\, the new Assistant Professor of Phytopathology and Virology at UBC\, will introduce a proactive approach to protecting the BC wine grape industry from a new generation of complex viral threats. \nUsing the recently discovered Solanum nigrum ilarvirus 1 (SnIV1) as a key case study\, Dr. Rivarez will examine the challenges presented by emerging pathogens that can bypass traditional clean plant protocols. With confirmed detections in European grapevines and unconventional transmission pathways such as seed and pollen\, SnIV1 emphasizes the need for more advanced diagnostic technologies to safeguard BC’s vineyards. The presentation will then introduce “PlantDx\,” a Genome BC proposal for a portable genomic toolkit. This platform will utilize portable sequencing technology to bring diagnostics from the lab to the vineyard\, allowing for rapid\, on-site identification of both known and new viruses. \nJoin us to discover how this research can boost our clean plant initiatives\, enhance biosecurity\, and secure the long-term health and profitability of the BC wine grape industry.
URL:https://bcwgc.org/event/september-2025-bcwgc-rd-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Research Updates
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250807T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250807T133000
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SUMMARY:BCWGC Annual General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Notice of AGM\nAugust 7\, 2025\, 12:30 – 1:30 via Zoom\nThe BC Wine Grape Council Annual General Meeting has been set for Wednesday\, August 7\, 2025.  Full agenda and details will be distributed in the coming weeks.  Visit the AGM WEBPAGE for up-to-date information.\n\nRegister for the meeting here \n____________________________________________________________________ \nBC Wine Grape Council (BCWGC) Director Vacancies \nThe following board positions are up for election: \n\nGrower > 250 acres\nGrower 20-250 acres\nGrower < 20 acres\nWinemaker\n\nAs a BCWGC Director you will have the opportunity to participate in committees that help shape the future of the BC wine industry through valuable technology\, research and education projects.  We are actively seeking individuals who are available and eager to be part of the evolution of our industry from both the grower and wine making perspectives. \nIf you would like to be considered for a board position\, please complete the nomination form and return to Kate Durisek before email: info@bcwgc.org by August 4\, 2025. \nDownload the nomination package: BCWGC Board Nomination Package_2025
URL:https://bcwgc.org/event/bcwgc-annual-general-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Research Updates
ORGANIZER;CN="BC Wine Grape Council":MAILTO:info@bcwgc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250806T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250806T130000
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SUMMARY:Biodiversity in the Vineyard - Northern Tour
DESCRIPTION:Biodiversity in the Vineyard – Northern Tour \nEvent Date & Time:Tuesday\, August 6\, 2025 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM PST \nEvent Description: Join us for the Northern leg of our Biodiversity in the Vineyard field tour\, hosted in collaboration with researchers and viticulturists. This engaging field day invites you into active vineyard sites in Kelowna and West Kelowna\, where we’ll explore real-world applications of biodiversity practices that support healthy vineyards and resilient ecosystems. \nThrough hands-on demonstrations and open discussion\, participants will gain insights into: \n\nCover crop projects\nSoil health\, beneficial insects\, and nematodes\nTools such as the microBIOMETER® for on-site soil analysis\n\n📍 Tour Stops Include: \n\nWaldhof Vineyards (Gebert Family)\, Kelowna – 5225 Lakeshore Road Kelowna\, BC\, V1W 4J1\nKalala Vineyards (Kalala Winery)\, West Kelowna – 3361 Glencoe Rd\, West Kelowna\, BC V4T 1M1\n\nContributors: Agriculture & Agri-Food Canada\, UBC\, BC Living Labs\, BC Ministry of Agriculture and Food\, BC Grapegrowers’ Association\, BC Wine Grape Council + Sustainable Winegrowing BC. \n📝 Registration is required. \n📄 Full itinerary available here: \n👉 View Full Itinerary \nWhat to Bring:Comfortable walking shoes\, weather-appropriate clothing\, water bottle\, and a notepad if desired. Please arrive 15 minutes prior for check-in. \nQuestions?Contact: Dr. Mehdi Sharifi – mehdi.sharifi@agr.gc.ca Cell#: 250-609-1127 \n  \nView our Southern Tour here
URL:https://bcwgc.org/event/biodiversity-in-the-vineyard-northern-tour/
LOCATION:Waldhof Viineyard\, 5225 Lakeshore Road\, Kelowna\, BC\, V1W 4J1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Research Updates,Demonstration,Field Day
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SUMMARY:Biodiversity in the Vineyard - Southern Tour
DESCRIPTION:Biodiversity in the Vineyard – Southern Tour \nEvent Date & Time: Tuesday\, August 5\, 2025 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM PST \nEvent Description: \nJoin us for the Southern leg of our Biodiversity in the Vineyard field tour\, hosted in collaboration with researchers and viticulturists. This engaging field day invites you into active vineyard sites in Okanagan Falls and Oliver\, where we’ll explore real-world applications of biodiversity practices that support healthy vineyards and resilient ecosystems. \nThrough hands-on demonstrations and open discussion\, participants will gain insights into: \n\nCover crop projects\nSoil health\, beneficial insects\, and nematodes\nEquipment demos including the roller crimper\nTools such as the microBIOMETER® for on-site soil analysis\n\n📍 Tour Stops Include: \n\nThomas Ranch Vineyard (Arterra Wines)\, Okanagan Falls – 4381 Oliver Ranch Road\, Okanagan Falls\, V0H 1R2\nDiamondback Vineyard (Andrew Peller)\, Oliver – 500 Burrowing Owl Pl\, Oliver\, BC V0H 1T1\n\nContributors: Agriculture & Agri-Food Canada\, UBC\, BC Living Labs\, BC Ministry of Agriculture and Food\, BC Grapegrowers’ Association\, BC Wine Grape Council + Sustainable Winegrowing BC. \n📝 Registration is required. Register here \n👉 View Full Itinerary \nWhat to Bring: Comfortable walking shoes\, weather-appropriate clothing\, water bottle\, and a notepad if desired. Please arrive 15 minutes prior for check-in. \nQuestions? Contact: Dr. Mehdi Sharifi – mehdi.sharifi@agr.gc.ca Cell#: 250-609-1127 \n  \nView our Northern Tour here
URL:https://bcwgc.org/event/biodiversity-in-the-vineyard-southern-tour/
LOCATION:Thomas Ranch Vineyard\, 4381 Oliver Ranch Road\, Okanagan Falls\, BC\, V0H 1R2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Research Updates,Demonstration,Field Day
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SUMMARY:BCWGC July 17\, 2025 R&D Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:July 17\, 2025 – 12:00 – 1:00 – Dr. Wesley Zandberg\, UBC Okanagan – Smoke exposure update: Improved tests and novel off-vine models suggests alternative mechanisms for smoke-exposed in wine and suggest new targets for mitigation  \nNew research from the Zandberg lab is challenging the currently accepted model of how grape exposure to forest fire smoke may (potentially) lead to smoke-exposed wines.  \n  \nCONTACT US FOR MORE INFORMATION ON ATTENDING THIS VIRUTAL EVENT: info@bcwgc.org
URL:https://bcwgc.org/event/bcwgc-july-17-2025-rd-committee-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Research Updates
ORGANIZER;CN="BC Wine Grape Council":MAILTO:info@bcwgc.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250624T103000
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SUMMARY:Upcoming Webinar: Heading North – Viticulture's Search for Cooler Climatees
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a conversation on the future of viticulture in a changing climate. This webinar will spotlight Vivai Cooperativi Rauscedo (VCR) and explore ongoing research projects\, disease-resistant grape varieties\, and rootstocks tailored for cooler growing regions. \nDate: Tue\, Jun 24\, 2025 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM PDTAudience: Wine industry professionals across the US and CanadaLanguage: EnglishRegister here: Heading North Webinar Registration \nWe would greatly appreciate your help in sharing this opportunity with colleagues\, researchers\, and industry contacts who may be interested in attending.
URL:https://bcwgc.org/event/upcoming-webinar-heading-north-viticultures-search-for-cooler-climes/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Research Updates
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250522T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250522T230000
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SUMMARY:Optimization of grape production in Eastern Canada
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is part of a mini-series dedicated to highlighting final results from some of the research projects completed under the CAP Grape & Wine Cluster (2018-2023). We will focus on Activity 9: “Optimization of Grape Production in Eastern Canada.” The presentation will be provided by Dr. Karine Pedneault from L’Université du Québec en Outaouais (UQO). \nClimate is the most important element when growing grapes in cool to cold areas such as those found in Eastern Canada. Although several practices are in place to increase crop quality and productivity\, many unknowns remain regarding this industry. Understanding how climate affects berry quality is an essential step to better understand cold-climate terroir and how to optimize the relationship between growing conditions and grape varieties to then optimize wine quality. \nAttendees can submit questions when registering\, as well as during the webinar. We hope you will join us! \nDate: Thursday\, May 22nd\, 2025\nTime: 1:00pm to 2:00pm Eastern time\nLocation: Zoom webinar\nThe webinar is free to attend but registration is required!\nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER \n 
URL:https://bcwgc.org/event/optimization-of-grape-production-in-eastern-canada/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Research Updates
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250515T120000
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SUMMARY:BCWGC May 15\, 2025 R&D Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:May 15\, 2025 – 12:00 – 1:00 – Dr. Asim Renyard\, Introduction and update on the grape entomology program at AAFC Summerland  \nDr. Asim Renyard is the new Research Scientist – Entomologist for grapes and tree fruits at the AAFC Summerland Research and Development Centre. Dr. Renyard’s work focusses on insect behaviour\, ecology\, and pest management. Prior to joining AAFC\, his research spanned diverse systems including forests and urban settings where he studied the behaviour and pest management of ants. At AAFC his lab’s research on grape entomology will focus on understanding grape pest phenology and their role in vectoring grapevine diseases. Additionally\, his lab will explore how naturally occurring vegetation or experimentally manipulated cover crops affect the abundance of pests and beneficial insects. \nRegister here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/DkIlrUEwTians47niNrX-g
URL:https://bcwgc.org/event/bcwgc-may-15-2025-rd-committee-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Research Updates
ORGANIZER;CN="BC Wine Grape Council":MAILTO:info@bcwgc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250417T080000
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SUMMARY:Grape & Wine Research Users Meeting - AAFC Research Results from the CAP Cluster
DESCRIPTION:Hosted in collaboration with Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)\, the Canadian Grapevine Certification Network (CGCN-RCCV)\, and the British Columbia Wine Grape Council (BCWGC)\, this national meeting will showcase the final results of AAFC’s research conducted under the Canadian Agricultural Partnership (CAP) Grape and Wine Science Cluster (2018-2023). Topics include Cold Hardiness & Climate Change\, Quality Improvement\,  Management of Virus Diseases\, and Crop Protection & Monitoring. Researchers will present key findings\, impacts\, and innovations shaping the future of viticulture and oenology. Each topic will also include a panel discussion of featured speakers\, with opportunities for audience engaged Q&A. \nDate: Thursday\, April 17th\, 2025\nTime: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM PST / 11:30 AM – 7:30 PM EST / 12:30 PM – 8:30 PM AST \nCost: FREE BUT REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED!!!\nLocation: In-person or online. \nFor In-Person Attendance REGISTER HERE (Maximum of 80 spots) \n\nSummerland Research & Development Centre (4200 Highway #97\, Summerland\, BC V0H 1Z0)\, registration is required.\nDue to space limitations\, spots will be allocated on a first come\, first served basis. Lunch and refreshments will be provided.\n\nNon-Canadian citizens or permanent residents must register by April 4th (this is due to additional security protocols)\nCanadian citizens and permanent residents must register by April 14th\n\n\n\nOnline Attendance REGISTER HERE \nRegistration is required for virtual access. A Microsoft Teams link will be sent to registered attendees 48-72 hours prior to the live event. \nThank you to our generous sponsors: \n             
URL:https://bcwgc.org/event/grape-wine-research-users-meeting-aafc-research-results-from-the-cap-cluster/
LOCATION:Summerland Research & Development Centre\, 4200 Highway #97\, Summerland\, British Columbia\, V0H 1Z0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Research Updates
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