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CAI Factsheet - Using plastic films in low tunnels for modification of microclimate and enhancing plant growth

CAI Factsheet - Adapting to low light/low temperature conditions using high-tunnel structures in Revelstoke, British Columbia

This demonstration project studied the viability of winter salad green production in a low-cost, hightunnel greenhouse structure heated with compost in low light conditions without supplemental lighting over a three-year period

CAI Report - Adapting to low light/low temperature conditions using high-tunnel structures in Revelstoke, British Columbia

CAI Factsheet - Yield, pH and sugar content of tomato varieties grown in unheated greenhouses in the North Cariboo (2016)

CAI Guide - Carrot rust fly (IPM)

The carrot rust fly is an insect pest that feeds on carrots, parsnips and celery.

CAI Guide - Caterpillars in cole crops (IPM)

Three main species of caterpillars affect cole crops in BC: the imported cabbageworm (Pieris rapae), the cabbage looper (Trichoplusiani) and the diamondback moth (Plutellaxylostella). Larvae feed on the foliage and heads of cole crops, which creates holes that affect the quality of the crop and…

CAI Guide - Powdery mildew in cucurbits (IPM)

Powdery mildew is a widespread fungal disease in cucurbits. Infections can cause early defoliation and premature fruit ripening, affecting fruit set, size, quality and storability. The common name “powdery mildew” is also found in other crop groups, but those are different fungi that cannot infect…

CAI Guide - Tuber flea beetle (IPM)

Tuber flea beetles (TFBs) are small black beetles that feed on Solanaceous plants, including potatoes. The most significant damage is done by the larvae, which feed directly on potato tubers and reduce marketability.

CAI Guide - Two-spotted spider mites in berry crops (IPM)

Two-spotted spider mites (TSSM; Tetranychus urticae Koch) feed directly on plants and can cause damage on a range of crops, including strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, eggplants and cucumbers. They can cause serious yield loss in high infestations.

CAI Guide - Two-spotted spider mites in greenhouse cucumbers (IPM)

Two-spotted spider mites (TSSM; Tetranychus urticae Koch) can cause damage on a range of crops, including cucurbits, strawberries, eggplants and tomatoes. They are often an issue in greenhouse crops as they thrive in hot and dry conditions.

CAI Factsheet - Western Corn Rootworm

Vancouver Island Winter Vegetable Variety Trial 2023: Chicory

Vancouver Island Winter Vegetable Variety Trial 2023: Spinach

CAI Guide - Downy mildew in onions (IPM)

Downy mildew is a widespread fungus-like disease in onions and other Alliums. Infections rarely kill onion plants but will cause early leaf dieback and infect the neck of the bulb, making greens unmarketable and reducing bulb size and storage quality.