Stories

We’re passionate about food and agriculture and the folks that bring us our food. Read our stories about the wonderful people we work with and the exciting programs we run.

Shop Local, Eat Fresh: BC Farmers Markets Opening for the Season

As the weather warms up and the days get longer, farmers markets across the province are opening up for the season. These outdoor markets are a wonderful opportunity to buy Read More

Biodiversity Loss: A Crisis for Food Systems and Life on Earth

The Earth contains an incredible variety of life, from the diversity of species to the range of genetic differences within species. Biodiversity is the basis of life on Earth. It Read More

Spring at Our Research and Education Seed Farm

We have been having a lovely spring at our Research and Education Seed Farm. The beautiful sunny days have been motivating us to sow our seeds and get our plants Read More

Bring Seed Education to Classrooms with our School Seed Stewardship Resources

We are excited to share that our School Seed Stewardship project resources are now available! We have created a collection of seed-saving presentations, games, and resources that help educators bring Read More

Planting with Local Seeds this Spring

As you begin to consider the many decisions of stewarding a garden this season, are you putting thought into where you will be sourcing your seeds from? While the diversity Read More