"Farmers’ markets can apply for up to $15,000 until Jan. 28 on a first-come, first-served basis or until available funding under the one-time program of $475,000 is used up." nanaimobulletin.com/news/new-progr…

"The cold snap and high amounts of snowfall currently blanketing B.C. may have long-term benefits for the province." cbc.ca/news/canada/br…

"Across Saskatchewan, some organic crops withstood the severe growing conditions of last summer, possibly because there was more organic matter in the soil and the field was able to retain more moisture." producer.com/news/organic-c…

“‘Crazy’ and ‘post-apocalyptic’ were the kinds of descriptions Vancouverites used on Saturday to describe the destruction they saw along Stanley Park’s iconic seawall.” globalnews.ca/news/8498354/v…

“British Columbia’s south coast could find itself facing new risks of flooding this week, as a series of rainstorms approaches with the potential to rapidly melt weeks of accumulated snow.” globalnews.ca/news/8499609/n…

"A new University of British Columbia (UBC)-led study looking into the impacts that large industrial farming has on biodiversity found that increased farm size causes a decline in bird diversity." "Wildlife is a good indicator of a healthy agroecosystem." phys.org/news/2022-01-t…

A foggy setup for the Vancouver Farmer’s Market this morning.

Yay! Sun’s out at the Vancouver Farmer’s Market at Riley Park. What a great way to spend some time outdoors safely shopping for local deliciousness.

"Wildfires, sweltering heat and extensive flooding in British Columbia last year have underscored the importance of strengthening the agricultural sector's resilience to the effects of climate change and extreme weather, experts say." cbc.ca/news/canada/br…

“Unlike burning fossil fuels or the fission process of existing nuclear power plants, fusion offers the prospect of abundant energy without pollution, radioactive waste, or greenhouse gases.” nationalpost.com/news/world/u-s…

Such a great day for a Farmer’s Market in Vancouver. 🌞

“To create the perfume, we used essential oils and Idaho distilled russet potatoes, which are also the best potatoes for actual French fries.” calgaryherald.com/news/weird/spu…

“EPA says it will consider endangered species when approving new pesticides—with or without the threat of lawsuits.” thecounter.org/epa-consider-e…

"There are 3.8 hectares (9.3 acres) up for exclusion. The petition says this is viable farmable land, with a working orchard, vineyards, and a small Christmas tree farm." pentictonwesternnews.com/news/petition-…

“The settlement includes $1.5 billion in compensation for individuals deprived of clean drinking water; $6 billion to upgrade water infrastructure to help settle ongoing water issues; & the creation of a First Nation Economic & Cultural Restoration Fund.” cbc.ca/news/indigenou…

"Seeds bathed in plasma for certain lengths of time seem to germinate and set out roots faster than those not exposed to plasma." modernfarmer.com/2021/10/cold-p…

Ist 400 ac. of Little Campbell River farmland in Surrey was lost to a minimum 50&1% vote at #MetroVancouver. Now 300 ac. of Federal land is threatened at Campbell Heights. Food costs are rising. California is burning. It's time to change #SurreyBC Council! vancouversun.com/news/local-new…

“Inside Science dedicates the show to the recent heatwave. What did it do to our attitudes to climate change, and our crops?” bbc.co.uk/programmes/m00…

It appears Canada is one of those places. bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/w3…

Svalbard, where the Global Seed Vault is located. thestar.com/podcasts/thism…