Research

Our research projects focus on all aspects of the IPM tool box, including biological, cultural, physical, and chemical controls. Our research questions are driven by industry needs and priorities. Our clients include grower groups, associations and councils, private-sector partners, and government partners including the BC Ministry of Agriculture and Food and Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada.

Research Highlights

 
 

Efficacy Trials

We design experiments and collaborate with local growers to determine the effectiveness of new pest management tools.

2023 - Pre-Bloom Aphicide Report and Summary

2021 - SWD Mass Trapping Report and Summary

 
 

Nutrient Management & Soil Health

Our soil research aims to help growers identify concerns and supplement their soils effectively.

2024 - ACS Living Labs Summaries

2023 - Irrigation and Fertilization Report

 
 

Pest Monitoring & Surveillance

The first step to pest management is identifying which pests are present. Our research asks the questions: which pests, how many, and where?

2023 - Seedcorn Maggot Forecasting Report and Summary

2021 - Improving Cutworm Risk Forecasting in the Fraser Valley Report

 
 

Survey & Gap Analysis

Our research projects are driven by industry needs and priorities. We conduct surveys and analyse existing data to determine where future research is needed.

2022 – BC Potato Research Priorities Report

2017 - Fraser Valley Pest Inventory Report

 
 

Variety Trials

Trying a new variety of a crop is always a risk. We conduct variety trials in the Fraser Valley, so growers can see exactly how new varieties fare in our climate.

2025 - British Columbia Potato Variety Trial Report and Summary

2024 - British Columbia Potato Variety Trial Report and Summary

2017 -  British Columbia Cabbage Variety Trial Report

 

On-Farm Demonstration Research

We work with growers to design and implement on-farm demonstration trials that assess the value of new practices, supporting informed decision making.

2025 - Optimizing Soil Heath and Nutrient Management in Potatoes: Trial 1, Trial 2, and Trial 3 Summaries

2024 - Optimizing Soil Heath and Nutrient Management in Potatoes: Trial 1, Trial 2, Trial 3, Trial 4, and Trial 5 Summaries