A new $5-million program will help B.C. fruit growers protect their crops from extreme heat and cold, following a devastating cold snap in January 2024.
Tree fruit growers in British Columbia are celebrating access to a $5-million climate resiliency program designed to help their crops withstand the increasingly unpredictable effects of extreme heat and cold. This funding comes in response to the devastating impact of a severe cold snap in January 2024, which nearly wiped out many B.C. crops, including cherries, plums, peaches, and nectarines.
Agriculture Minister Lana Popham emphasized the ongoing threat of climate change and stated that the program aims to bolster the resilience of both growers' crops and businesses in the face of these challenging growing conditions. The $5 million will be allocated to support various climate mitigation strategies, such as protective covers, heaters, and wind machines during cold spells, as well as canopy sprinklers and shade protection during extreme heat events. The program will provide 80 percent of funding for eligible projects, up to a maximum of $100,000 per business. Multiple growers can also collaborate on projects that benefit more than one producer.Deep Brar, the vice-president of the B.C. Fruit Growers' Association, expressed the industry's challenges in recent years due to frequent cold snaps and heat domes. He welcomed the opportunity to work with the government to enhance the sustainability of the fruit-growing industry. David Geen, CEO of Jealous Fruits Ltd., one of B.C.'s largest cherry producers, highlighted the increasing volatility of the weather and its strain on growers' ability to adapt. He emphasized the importance of climate mitigation strategies, including frost-control materials, wind machines, and research into hardier varieties, to ensure a more stable cherry industry. The program was developed in collaboration with the B.C. Fruit Growers Association and the B.C. Cherry Association, reflecting a strong partnership between government and industry stakeholders
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