Merritt bird flock tests positive for avian flu
A small bird flock in Merritt has tested positive for avian flu.
Category: Agriculture
LETTER: Nicola Valley 4-H Club closes out strong in Barriere
The Grassland Homesteader’s 4-H Club had a successful week at AgExpo Sept 21-25th in Barriere.
Lower Nicola Garlic Festival returning to newly upgraded park
Making use of the newly upgraded Smith Pioneer Park, the Lower Nicola Garlic Festival will return...
A weekend of high-octane action: Nicola Valley Pro Rodeo returns for 63rd year
The Nicola Valley Rodeo Grounds were packed this weekend as dozens of competitors from across the country competed in the 63rd iteration of the Nicola Valley Pro Rodeo.
SUTTON: local 4-H club to display projects this rodeo weekend
Hello everyone! Labour Day weekend our 4-H Club will be showing our animals, so come on down to the rodeo grounds.
Nicola Valley Fall Fair returns: a celebration of agriculture and community spirit
Continuing to build its post COVID-19 pandemic restriction return, the Nicola Valley Fall Fair will hold its annual exhibition this week once again.
City increases watering restrictions to Level 5 effective immediately
The City of Merritt has increased water restrictions to Level 5, effective immediately, amid severe heat and drought conditions.
BRIDGE: fox farms formerly a big business in the Nicola Valley
While the Nicola Valley is well known for it’s farms, one of its lesser known farms were that of fox farms.
Nicola Valley Rodeo Parade returning after extended hiatus
The Nicola Valley Rodeo Parade will make its triumphant return to the downtown core this September long weekend, kicking off the Nicola Valley Pro Rodeo and reviving the event after four years.
BCCDC warns on Cyclospora infections, urges caution while washing food
British Columbians are being urged to wash their hands and food carefully after a parasitic...
Ready to rodeo: Nicola Valley Rodeo Association makes upgrades to grounds
The Nicola Valley Rodeo Association (NVRA) is saddling up for its next chapter as it announced the completion of major upgrades to its electrical system.
Province announces new extreme weather funding for farmers and ranchers
The provincial government announced in a recent press release that it is making new funding available to support farmers and ranchers become more resilient to flooding, wildfires, and extreme heat.
NVIT sources local products for their culinary program
The Herald had the chance to speak with Executive Chef Kim Wallace of NVIT to learn more about how they incorporate local suppliers to their culinary education program.
4-H club enriches member experience with hands off approach
4-H in the Nicola Valley has a membership base of 20 youth aged six and up who participate in educational pursuits and service projects to explore a number of topics including agriculture and photography.
Supporting the B.C. agritech industry
The provincial and federal government are providing funding to a number of B.C. ‘agritech’ companies in an effort to support the industry.
The War Amps open key tag mailing to Merritt
To kick off 2023, The War Amps begins its key tag mailing to Merritt and surrounding area.
Nicola Valley Community Garden Society introduces new seed exchange program
Members of the Nicola Valley Community Garden Society recently announced their new seed exchange program, including the installation of a brightly coloured seed exchange box at the Nicola Valley Community Garden on Reid Avenue.
Gallery: 2022 Nicola Valley Fall Fair
Merrittonians and visiting Pro Rodeo attendees once again had the opportunity to visit the Merritt Exhibition Grounds for the annual Nicola Valley Fall Fair this Labour Day weekend, with organizers bringing back the beloved annual event after a COVID-19 induced two year hiatus.
Carly Johnston introduces the ‘Merritt Community Cooler’
A new initiative by a Merritt local offers community members fresh produce and other garden goodies, all by donation.
Meat producers react to government funding
The Small Scale Meat Producers Association (SSMPA) is reacting to new funding announced by the Province of BC, with accessibility to the new funds and the program’s administrative costs being their main topics of concern.
