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Ministry of Agriculture Production Guide: Parsnips

Ministry of Agriculture Production Guide: Peppers

Ministry of Agriculture Production Guide: Potatoes

Ministry of Agriculture Production Guide: Radish

Ministry of Agriculture Production Guide: Rhubarb

Ministry of Agriculture Production Guide: Spinach

Ministry of Agriculture Production Guide: Tomatoes

Ministry of Agriculture Production Guide: Turnips

Ministry of Agriculture Production Guide: Beets

Ministry of Agriculture Production Guide: Carrots

Secondary Diseases of Table Beets

There are several foliar diseases of table beets that occur in the Fraser Valley. The severity of these issues varies from year-to-year and from field-to-field making these pests classical secondary pests.

Okra Production in the Lower Fraser Valley

The purpose of this study was to establish the most efficient methods of production for okra in the Lower Fraser Valley. Diversification of crops grown in the Lower Fraser Valley will ensure that the sector remains sustainable in the future, both economically and environmentally. …

Fraser Valley Cole Crop IPM Newsletter (late July)

Fraser Valley Cole Crop IPM Newsletter (late August)

Fraser Valley Cole Crop IPM Newsletter (late May)

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.