The Canadian Organic Standards are guided by 4 general principles: #1 "Principle of health - organic agriculture should sustain and enhance the health of soil, plants, animals and humans and the planet as one and indivisible.". This is why hydroponic production is prohibited.

It has been a few years since we had this kind of rain. We are very thankful for it. It will make a big difference in the year considering the limited irrigation allowance for the season. #westcdnag #ABag

The garlic has been enjoying the moisture. 4" of rain since the beginning of May. It's looking good so far! #westcdnag #ABag #organic

Plastic mulch laying for another season of melons. The latest and most moist conditions we have ever done it in.

These melon plants are looking good after a few days in the mini tunnel. It is definitely a stressful few days for the plants with the changing environment and higher daytime temperatures.

These red grape tomatoes have been reliable and steady performers for many years in our greenhouse. #tomatoes 🍅🍅🍅 #westcdnag #greenhouse #organic #soilgrown

We planted a small trial of green beans. The purpose is to determine how they grow and how they fit with our weed management and other crops.

Aphidoletes are doing their job with these aphids. We rely on beneficial insects to control pests in our crops. Thanks to PlantProductsUSA for the weekly deliveries!

The cantaloupe are growing well. This season has been cooler, they would struggle without the help of the mini tunnel for the extra temperature and protection from the wind.

We grow 2 crops of cucumbers per season. This second planting is looking good so far. They are just about ready to be transplanted into 4" pots. #cucumbers #greenhouse

The cantaloupe are developing nicely. They don't mind the heat but are still a few weeks away.

After a long fight we have finished the hand weeding of our onions. Weeding within the row is a challenge with growing onions.

We harvested our garlic this week. It needs to be cured and then we will be busy cleaning and shipping. #garlic #ABag #organic

After a little more time than usual the cantaloupe are ready and being harvested daily! #cantaloupe #melons #westcdnag #ABag #organic

The fall cover crop is popping out. We try to have most of our acres covered for the winter.

The cover crops are getting some water today. Unfortunately the flea beetles have destroyed all of the brassicas in the mix. #covercropping

Truck stolen this morning out of the field. Please call RCMP or me if seen. 403-393-1996 Please share

We are windowing our onions so they can field cure for a week. #onions #westcdnag

Our garlic is planted! Another large fall job to scratch off the list.

The greenhouse crops are slowing down as we lose light levels rapidly going into the fall. Currently we are averaging approximately half of the light levels compared to summertime.