A week of learning, community, and collaboration at the BC Organic Conference

This week, our team joined growers, researchers, and partners at the 2025 BC Organic Conference — three days of learning, meaningful conversations, and genuine connection with the people who shape the future of organic agriculture in BC.

A highlight for us was seeing Jonathan Mathias, CEO of Agrotek, recognized among the night’s honourees with a nomination for the Organic BC Innovation Award. This acknowledgment represents an important milestone in a sector where Indigenous leadership is still limited, and it reflects the impact of Jonathan’s commitment to bringing sustainability, soil science, and community-driven innovation to farms across Canada.

We were also grateful to collaborate throughout the week with Robby Gass (Alba Organics) and Sammy Prantera (Green Flow). Their presence and expertise added a lot of value to the conversations we had with growers — especially around soil health strategies, sustainable inputs, and practical solutions for organic production.

We also saw strong interest in the Biota Nutri product line and in Squid Juice, which we distribute across Western Canada. Growers came with thoughtful questions about how these tools support soil health and crop resilience, and we were glad to continue explaining how Agrotek’s humic acid solutions contribute to more sustainable and productive organic systems.

The conference also offered a series of technical sessions that reinforced many of the themes we see every day in the field. Presentations highlighted the importance of building resilient soils, the role of cover crops in regenerative systems, and the need for practical, research-backed approaches that growers can apply right away. Conversations across the room expanded on these ideas — touching on soil health, market challenges, crop performance, and the future of organic practices in BC and Canada. These open, honest dialogues are exactly what make this conference such a valuable space for our community.

Another powerful moment came from Jacob Beaton, whose talk on ReconciliACTION reminded us of the work still needed to create access, opportunity, and genuine inclusion for Indigenous professionals in agriculture. As an Indigenous-led company, we felt deeply connected to his message and remain committed to supporting meaningful action in the spaces we work in.

As we look back on the week, we’re grateful — for the shared knowledge, the curiosity, the conversations, and the collective effort to build a stronger, more sustainable organic sector. Thank you to Organic BC, to all speakers and growers, and to everyone who stopped by to connect with us.

We’re heading home inspired and grounded, ready to continue supporting growers with solutions rooted in science, sustainability, and respect for the land.