The governments of Canada and British Columbia announced changes to the AgriInsurance - Production Insurance program that will help B.C. tree-fruit growers manage the risk of crop losses by hail, spring frost, excessive rain, flooding, drought and wind. 

As a result of prolonged dry conditions along the coast, the Province is urging water users in the Skeena and Nass regions to voluntary reduce water use by 30%.

Western Premiers met in Vancouver over the past two days to discuss ways to build future prosperity in Canada’s Western provinces and territories.

B.C. Agriculture Minister Norm Letnick issued the following statement, about the Government of Canada's decision to grant tax deferrals to B.C livestock producers in regions affected by drought.

When it comes into force next year, British Columbia's new Water Sustainability Act (WSA) will ensure our water is properly regulated, protected and conserved for future generations.

BC Liquor Stores customers can support Red Cross Super Typhoon Haiyan relief efforts in the Philippines by making a donation at any of the 195 BC Liquor Stores located in communities throughout the province.

Powerex has reached an out-of-court settlement to protect British Columbia from a potential $3.2 billion legal liability.

Many waterways in British Columbia's Peace Region are experiencing very low stream flow conditions, so the government is encouraging residents to conserve water and learn more about dealing with current drought conditions.

Federal Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz and British Columbia Minister of Agriculture Don McRae today announced up to $5 million for two new AgriRecovery initiatives to help B.C. vegetable, cattle and bison producers recover from the damage caused by extreme weather in 2010 and into the spring of 2011.