Monitoring Current Page: Research Outreach About News Contact Research & Development Our research projects focus on all aspects of the IPM tool box, including biological, cultural, physical, and chemical controls. Our research questions are driven by industry needs and priorities. Many of our research projects include outreach materials and presentations, to share our findings. Research results are often presented at the Lower Mainland Horticulture Growers Short Course at the Abbotsford TRADEX in January. Research Highlights Efficacy Trials We design experiments and collaborate with local growers to determine the effectiveness of new pest management tools. 2019 - Evaluating thrips mass trapping in strawberries and cabbage View fullsize Using sticky traps and pheromone lures, we tested whether mass-trapping could be a viable method of thrips management in strawberries and cabbage. Nutrient Management & Soil Health Our soil research aims to help growers identify concerns and supplement their soils effectively. 2017 - Delta Fertilizer Trials Potatoes – Reduced Phosphorus View fullsize We conducted on-farm field trials to determine whether phosphorus fertilizer rates could be reduced in potato fields with high phosphorus soil without having a negative impact on yield. Pest Monitoring & Surveillance The first step to pest management is identifying which pests are present. Our research asks the questions: which pests, how many, and where? 2021 - Improving Cutworm Risk Forecasting in the Fraser Valley 2021 - Emerging Pests, Lower Mainland Horticulture 2018-2023: Winter and Spring Surveillance for Spotted Wing Drosophila (SWD) BC Berry Crops View fullsize We are collecting multiple years of pest-pressure data for cutworms in the Fraser Valley. We aim to determine the possibility of outbreak years, damage thresholds, and effects on belowground crops. This project is in year 3 of 3. View fullsize We are monitoring Spotted Wing Drosophila winter populations, along with temperature data, to develop better forecasting tools for this invasive, destructive pest. This project is in year 3 of 3. Survey & Gap Analysis Our research projects are driven by industry needs and priorities. We conduct surveys and analyse existing data to determine where future research is needed. 2017 – Fraser Valley Pest Assessment Inventory – Pest Analysis 2020 - Southern BC Potato Research Priorities Survey View fullsize We assessed an inventory of pest-related activities in the Fraser Valley, to determine those that are a top priority. We categorised pests into the categories: pests affecting multiple commodities; pests with potential for cross-commodity research; pests affecting just one commodity; and emerging pests. View fullsize We surveyed growers in Southern British Columbia to determine future research priorities. Variety Trials Trying a new variety of a crop is always a risk. We conduct variety trials in the Fraser Valley, so growers can see exactly how new varieties fare in our climate. 2017 - Cabbage Variety Trial: Evaluation of Green Varieties for Long Term Storage and Processing Qualities View fullsize We assessed nine varieties of cabbage for thrips and disease susceptibility, yield, density, colour and shape by performing field and storage assessments. View fullsize Since 2004, ES Cropconsult has worked with BC potato growers to grow experimental plots of various potato varieties, and evaluate them for agronomic and culinary qualities. 70 potato varieties were on display at the 2020 potato variety trial field day. Stay informed about our latest activities. Sign up to be the first to know about our new monitoring services, research projects and employment opportunities. Sign Up E.S. Cropconsult Ltd. 6145 171A Street Surrey, BC V3S 5S1 604-841-0764 Our Work Monitoring Research Outreach About News Contact Employment Policy Documents Follow Instagram LinkedIn