The recent discovery of a deadly fungal disease in a dead bat in western North America has provincial wildlife officials asking the public to support work already underway by providing information on unusual bat activity.

British Columbia’s commercial greenhouse operators have until April 29, 2016, to apply for the 2016 greenhouse carbon tax relief grants.

The B.C. government is providing a Provincial Sales Tax (PST) exemption for qualifying farmers who obtain, on or after Feb. 17, 2016, telescopic handlers, skid steers and polycarbonate greenhouse panels for use solely for a farm purpose.

It’s the first week of spring and as British Columbians get ready for jelly beans and chocolate eggs when the Easter bunny visits this weekend, here are some healthy B.C. products to get you prepared for your Easter egg hunt.

Agriculture Minister Norm Letnick issued the following statement on the appointment of Wally Oppal, QC, as a member of the council of the College of Veterinarians of British Columbia effective immediately:

Agriculture Minister Norm Letnick has issued the following statement recognizing the importance of workplace safety during Canadian Agricultural Safety Week:

In these past few weeks, the agricultural sector has been moving forward with great leaps and bounds into the future of farming and organic foods.

The B.C. government is taking another step toward enhancing protection of animals by targeting irresponsible commercial breeders of dogs and cats.

Agriculture Minister Norm Letnick has introduced Bill 11, the Food and Agricultural Products Classification Act in the House so British Columbians can shop with confidence.