History of farming in Northern BC
We’re digitizing a wealth of agricultural knowledge to share with the community, including the historic archives of the regional Farmers' Institutes.
Resources
Regional Farmers’ Institutes
For a complete directory of regional institutes or information on how to start one in your area, visit the BC Ministry of Agriculture and Food Farmers' Institutes portal.
Regional Agrologists
See maps for all 16 Regional Agrologists across B.C., supporting local governments, the ag sector, and the public with production, soils, agricultural land use planning, and farm practices. Visit the Regional Agrologist Coverage Maps.
Historic resources
A growing collection of Northern BC agricultural history is on its way.
We are currently digitizing handwritten Farmers' Institute minutes and other historical records to create an accessible archive for researchers, community members, and future generations.
This resource library will continue to expand over time, with new documents added as they become available. Please check back soon to explore our shared agricultural heritage.