The B.C. government's new Fish and Seafood Act will replace legislation that was last significantly updated in the 1960s with a modern framework that builds on B.C.'s local and international reputation as a source of sustainable and trusted seafood legislation, and improves operating conditions for B.C.'s seafood sector.

Agriculture Minister Norm Letnick issued the following statement recognizing the important contribution of British Columbia's agriculture sector during Agricultural Safety Week.

Online applications are now available for B.C. government funding to help tree fruit growers replant their orchards with high-value, high-quality fruit varieties.

British Columbia greenhouse operators are advised that applications for the 2015 greenhouse carbon tax relief grant are available until March 23, 2015.

British Columbia’s agri-food industry is receiving $2.5 million for 27 new projects supporting new trial crops, and the development of new agricultural products and practices.

Agriculture Minister Norm Letnick announced today that 12 commissioners and six vice chairs have been appointed to the Agricultural Land Commission’s (ALC) six regional panels, and that all panel vacancies are now filled.

The Ministry of Agriculture published a summary document on the recently completed consultation on potential changes to regulations within the Agricultural Land Commission Act (ALCA).

British Columbia Premier Christy Clark and Saskatchewan Premier Brad Wall agreed to offer consumers in both provinces greater choice and convenient access to locally produced wine and craft spirits.