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History Of Farming In Delta

Madyson G.
June 26, 2023

Agriculture came to the delta in 1868 when two brothers, Thomas and William Ladner, pre-empted and began to cultivate land at what is now part of Ladner town centre. Significant time, effort, and capital have been invested in improving soils…

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Taking Cover for Winter: How to Protect Farm Soil

Image of a potato harvest in delta, using a tractor and truck

Christine Schmalz
January 16, 2023

Driving down the highway through Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley, it’s difficult not to notice an abundance of agricultural fields, ranging from popular U-Pick berry sites, to fall pumpkin patches and corn mazes, with a wide variety of vegetable…

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