Nursery & Greenhouse Growers
Nursery and Greenhouse Growers
British Columbia’s growers are at the heart of the horticulture industry, supplying plants, trees, and flowers to retailers, landscapers, municipalities, and consumers across Canada and beyond. The BC Landscape & Nursery Association (BCLNA) supports growers with advocacy, certification, business resources, and up-to-date information on industry challenges and opportunities.
Key Issues Affecting BC Growers
BCLNA advocates for the grower sector on a number of issues, including:
In 2024, the presence of Dutch Elm Disease was confirmed in BC, posing a significant threat to these trees.
Dutch Elm DiseaseLabour shortages and retaining skilled workers continue to be significant concerns in the industry.
LabourBCLNA keeps BC growers informed on trade regulations, tariffs, and other factors that could impact import/export operations for the sector.
TradeEnsuring fair wages while maintaining profitability is a balancing act for nursery and greenhouse businesses.
WagesStaying up to date on pesticide regulations, applicator certification, and safety is imperative for a healthy plant industry in BC.
PesticidesResources for Growers
Explore these valuable resources specific to BC nursery & greenhouse growers:
The CNSS is an indispensable tool to the success of any growing operation. BCLNA members receive a free subscription to this standard as part of their membership.
Get the StandardThe Canadian Nursery Certification Institute (CNCI) was founded in 2005. Developed by industry, it is the overall mandate of CNCI to administer nursery certification programs in Canada.
Go to CNCIThis is a guide to best management practices in British Columbia for outdoor ornamental plants, including vines, perennials, shrubs and trees.
View the GuideGrowers can track their Pesticide Applicator Continuing Education Credits with BCLNA! BCLNA is ministry-approved to track CECs and provides this service free to members, and to non-members for a fee.
Track Your CECsLooking for great plants to include in your landscapes? Discover excellent plant choices for the Pacific Northwest region.
View Plant PicksGrower Certifications
Explore essential training and certification opportunities for nursery & greenhouse operations.
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Meet Your Grower Advisory Group
Meet the dedicated members shaping the future of the grower sector in BC.
View MembersGrower Advisory Group Members
- Rob Wein Jr. - Clearview Horticulture (Chair)
- Adrien Reimer - Reimer's Nurseries
- Alex Howkins - Specimen Trees Wholesale Nurseries
- Dave Sept - Golden Spruce Nurseries
- Gurjit Sidhu - Sidhu & Sons Nursery
- Jason Bruce - Cedar Rim Nursery
- Jason Levelton - East Richmond Nurseries Inc.
- Karina Sakalauskas - BC Ministry of Agriculture and Food
- Keith Wildeboer - TG Nursery & Sons
- Len Smit - Bradner's Growing Concern
- Lisa Birston - TerraLink Horticulture
- Lynda Krabbendam - West Creek Farms
- Mark Van Wyk - Fairfield Tree Nurseries
- Michael Kato - Kato's Nursery
- Paula Baxter - Exemplar Horticulture
- Simon Traskey - Qualitree Propagators
- Sylvia Mosterman - Mosterman Plants
- Tim Loewen - Pine Meadows Tree Farm
- Valerie Sikkema - Van Belle Nurseries
- Ieda Del Bianco - Van Belle Nurseries