Resource Management Branch
Resource management is a strategic priority of the Ministry of
Agriculture and Lands. The objective is to support resource
management and stewardship programs in order to maintain and protect
land and water resources for agriculture and fisheries.The
mandate of the Branch is to expedite the adoption of
environmentally sound soil, water and air resource management,
effective land use, and advanced engineering systems to encourage
growth and development of a sustainable agri-food industry in British
Columbia.
The Resource Management Branch is divided into
three key program
areas; resource management, strengthening farming,
and industry development.
Resource Management
The objective is to alleviate crop production constraints and conserve soil and
water resources. This is done by influencing the development of
sound resource policies and helping farmers and ranchers adopt
practices that optimize water use and sustain soil productivity.
Strengthening Farming
Strengthening Farming Initiative
has two broad components: the protection of normal farm practices,
and planning for agriculture.
Industry Development
Farm competitiveness is a key goal
of the Ministry of Agriculture and Lands. The Branch
contributes to this goal by helping farmers to adopt advanced
engineering technologies that enhance crop and animal production and
sustain environmental quality.
Key Initiatives
Publications and Conceptual Plans
Useful Maps
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