Horticulture Links
If you’re interested in knowing more about greenhouse growing and agriculture, check out these websites:
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada provides information, research and technology, and policies and programs to achieve security of the food system, health of the environment and innovation for growth.
B.C. Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Fisheries
BCMAFF provides information on greenhouse vegetable production, research and other links.
BC Agriculture Council
The BCAC represents, promotes and advocates the interests of all agriculture producers in British Columbia.
BC Agriculture in the Classroom
Provides resources, lesson plan ideas and workshops on developing students’ awareness of agriculture.
BC Vegetable Marketing Commission
The commission regulates certain vegetables in BC, including greenhouse tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers and lettuce crops.
Canadian Horticultural Council
This non-profit national association has a broad focus of working with members on such items as research and technology, trade, food safety, and plant health issues.
Mix it up - Fruits & Veggies
This is a good website for nutritional information and recipes aimed at helping Canadians of all ages eat more fruits and vegetables as part of a healthy diet and active lifestyle.
About Produce
This website is packed with recipes, health & nutrition information, fun kids' games and other great information.
