Planting the seeds for a sustainable future - City of Kamloops

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Trespassing; andClimate change.Due to global warming, it is predicted that weather throughout BC will generally become warmer year-round, wetter in winter,and drier in summer. The impact of these changes on agricultural production is specific to the various climatic regions. Ingeneral, the potential for crop production in this region would likely be increased due to a higher potential for crop yieldresulting from more favorable climatic conditions, an expanded range over which some crops can be grown, and theintroduction of new, higher-value crops. The degree to which this increased potential for crop production can be realized will beprimarily dependent on the availability of water. The predicted climate change will enhance production where crops can beirrigated; however, limitations to the supply of irrigation water may seriously affect productivity. Where irrigation is notfeasible, productivity may increase slightly, remain the same, or decrease and would be very sensitive to actual rainfalldistributions during the growing season. Considerable areas of land suitable for agricultural production are currently not in usein some regions due to lack of necessary infrastructure and increased costs associated with distant markets. Climate changemay increase the land in agricultural production; however, the area currently in production is controlled primarily by economicrather than climatic considerations. Increased demand on existing water supplies from agricultural and non-agricultural usersis expected to occur throughout British Columbia.16. Pressure for Non-agricultural Developments on Agricultural LandsDevelopers often focus on agricultural lands due to their lower cost. Resort developments and golf course proposals typicallyinvolve a residential component to be viable and as a result the agricultural potential is almost always impacted in a negativeway. Care needs to be taken when reviewing such proposals to determine if they are speculator driven or truly have a positiveagricultural benefit.SECURE FOOD SUPPLY AND PUBLIC AWARENESSThe majority of agricultural products produced in the region are typically shipped out for further finishing or sale. This appliesto the cattle industry where most calves and yearlings raised in Kamloops are shipped to Alberta for further finishing andeventual return through our retail food stores and restaurants. A few other examples include commodities such as milk,ginseng and other horticultural crops (e.g. potatoes and onions). These farms are often not well known or visited by localconsumers but they should be recognized as a critical component to a secure food supply.HighPriorityCITY OF KAMLOOPS 56
Perhaps the most common consumer interface with local farmers is through the Farmers Market. As the demand for locallyproduced food continues, more producers will have an opportunity to consider direct farm marketing to consumers, restaurantsor the retail food stores.17. Future Direction of the Local Farmers MarketThe Kamloops Farmers Market is a long standing tradition with proven success. Questions have arisen through public surveysand discussions with City officials and local producers as to its future:What changes does the Association see that could be supported by the City?Is there a possibility of a year round market?Is there a need for a new venue?Are the needs of the consumer being met?Are the needs of the vendors being met?18. Industry Recognition and Support82% of British Columbians currently reside in urban centers. In addition, 92% of the remaining rural population is not farming.We need to search for ways to improve the public awareness regarding the importance andvalue of our agriculture industry.In the public education process, the structure of the local agriculture industry should bedescribed in a way that allows for a full understanding of the industry's scope from farmersmarkets to commercial agriculture to industrial processing.19. Education and Support for New FarmersThe Market provides anexcellent means of consumereducation in addition tobeing able to monitor theneeds and views of localconsumers.The Kamloops area has tremendous potential for the production of a wide range of croppingand livestock diversification. With the Kamloops Agriculture Plan and a renewed focus on theindustry it should be recognized that there are many potential producers that have limited knowledge about the industry.Education and proper planning is essential for success.CITY OF KAMLOOPS 57
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