Planting the seeds for a sustainable future - City of Kamloops
Planting the seeds for a sustainable future - City of Kamloops
Planting the seeds for a sustainable future - City of Kamloops
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20. Agricultural or Multi-Purpose Exhibition Center (<strong>for</strong>merly <strong>the</strong> KXA)The social fabric surrounding <strong>the</strong> agriculture industry is becoming frayed:The Provincial Bull Sale has disappeared;The KXA is in a state <strong>of</strong> indetermination; andThe Provincial Winter Fair must have a permanent homeA vibrant agriculture industry needs <strong>the</strong>se kinds <strong>of</strong> events that allow <strong>for</strong> a positive connection with <strong>the</strong> urban residents <strong>of</strong><strong>Kamloops</strong>.What directions can be taken to bring that atmosphere back? <strong>Kamloops</strong> is an obvious hub.Where does <strong>the</strong> Rayleigh site fit? Can local food production happen here?Is <strong>the</strong> North Thompson Fall Fair and Rodeo in Barriere meeting <strong>the</strong> industry's/residents' needs?21. Improving <strong>the</strong> Urban - Agriculture InterfaceHighPriorityOngoing <strong>City</strong> support <strong>for</strong> and public awareness about urban agriculture is necessary to reconnect people with <strong>the</strong> food <strong>the</strong>y eat<strong>the</strong>re<strong>for</strong>e giving <strong>the</strong>m a greater appreciation and understanding <strong>of</strong> farmers and farming operations. In 2013, <strong>the</strong> <strong>City</strong>'s SocialPlan will undergo a major review and update which is anticipated to include a detailed section devoted to urban agriculture.CITY OF KAMLOOPS 58
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