From the Field
Check out the articles below to explore seasonal updates and practical tools to support your on farm decisions throughout the year. Many articles also feature Hort Short videos that provide a hands on look at key topics.
Pear Psylla (with Hort Short)
Thursday Mar 12, 2026
At a Glance Pear psylla is a major pest in BC pear orchards due to rapid pesticide resistance and year‑round pressure. Damage occurs from feeding (honeydew & sooty mold) and as a vector of...
How to Create a DAS User Account
Friday Feb 06, 2026
At a Glance Creating a DAS account is free and takes only a few minutes. You’ll need an email address and will be asked to set a password. Selecting your preferred weather stations and mo...
How to Use the BC DAS System
Friday Feb 06, 2026
At a Glance This video explains the main functions of the BC DAS System and how to navigate its tools. Learn how to find and add weather stations, select models, and access management resources....
It's an early start! And could be a wet spring...
Monday Apr 08, 2024
After a warm winter, it is clear that we are racing into spring! The current bud stages are estimated at 14-17 days ahead of this same time period in 2023 and things are changing quickly out there. We...
Bud Burst on Cherries
Monday Apr 17, 2023
Reminder: it is time to set your "bud burst" date in the Cherry Mildew Model. Bud Burst is happening in most varieties in the Central/North Okanagan & Kootenay regionsnow. Cherry growers in Southe...