BC Agricultural Climate Action Research Network (ACARN)
Climate research needs collaborative action
The BC Agricultural Climate Action Network (ACARN) connects people and organizations across BC who are addressing climate challenges in agriculture.
We work with researchers to translate climate science into clear, practical information, and we create spaces where producers, scientists, and industry can learn from one another.
Through knowledge-sharing, training, and collaborative projects, we support the adoption of climate solutions that are grounded in both research and real‑world experience.
We invite you to explore our events, projects, and resources developed to share widely as we build a stronger food system within British Columbia, Canada.
What We Do
Field-Ready Research
ACARN works with researchers to turn climate research into clear, accessible resources that support practical decision‑making on farms across BC. Our knowledge products help translate science into tools that strengthen on‑farm resilience.
Research & Industry Events
Our events connect researchers, producers, and industry partners to share insights, identify priorities, and explore sustainable solutions. These gatherings create space for collaboration and support climate innovation across the agricultural sector.
Communicating Science Training
ACARN provides training and resources that help researchers and industry professionals communicate their work clearly and effectively. Our goal is to bridge research and real‑world application by strengthening skills in plain‑language communication and knowledge sharing.
Feedback from Our Network
Land Acknowledgement
We respectfully acknowledge that the BC Agricultural Climate Action Research Network operates on BC’s Indigenous peoples’ traditional, ancestral, and unceded territories. We recognize that agricultural practices have contributed to the historical displacement of Indigenous communities and ongoing injustices.
As we work towards agricultural climate action, we honour First Nations’ enduring connection with the land and are inspired by and grateful for their profound knowledge and stewardship.
Image source: UBC Farm
The BC Agricultural Climate Adaptation Research Network is hosted by the Centre for Sustainable Food Systems at the University of British Columbia. ACARN supports collaborative, climate-focused research in partnership with universities, government agencies, and agricultural sector organizations across British Columbia.
We are grateful to the following partners for their funding support:
