Omineca-Skeena-Overview

Extensive crop and cattle production in this region is supported by both private land and a variety of Crown land agreements. Producers are well connected to processors, markets in Alberta, and overseas markets via rail and highway links to transport hubs in Prince George and Prince Rupert.

Growing conditions

Coastal areas are mild, with heavy rainfall. In the interior, the frost-free season is short but summer daylight hours provide ample sunlight. While climate restricts some land uses, many soils are productive and can support diverse activities.

Crop, livestock and food processing

Products include grass and hardy legumes, grains, oilseeds, root crops and other vegetables, and some tree fruits, berries and nuts. Wild harvest, such as mushrooms and ornamentals, also occurs. Along with cattle, significant livestock includes horses, dairy cattle, hogs, sheep, poultry and eggs, and specialty products like ostrich.

Local Omineca-Skeena information

Find out more specific information about the Omineca-Skeena agricultural region:

• Industry contacts
• Local planning
• Soil and nutrients

Regional agrologists

Skeena-North Coast - Burns Lake, Smithers, Hazelton, Terrace, Haida Gwaii

John Stevenson
Telephone: 250-876-6873
Email: John.J.Stevenson@gov.bc.ca

Omineca-Nechako - Vanderhoof, McBride, Prince George, Fraser Lake

Karen Tabe
Telephone: 236-409-2004
Email: Karen.Tabe@gov.bc.ca

Resources

The ministry has developed regional guides as a resource for producers, on-the ground researchers, and consultants to reflect on the climate issues challenging environmental sustainability and local farm businesses and food production.

• Regional Guidebook – Highway 16 North Cariboo (PDF, 4.5 MB)