The provincial government will hear loud and clear about the state of agriculture in B.C. during a caucus retreat the South Okangan this week.

The BC Fruit Growers Association (BCFGA) is staging a Stronger Together - Rally For Farmers in Osoyoos on Tuesday (May 28) afternoon.

A BCFGA media release states farmers and growers have been hit hard.

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The BCFGA is looking to untie growers, consumers, and policymakers in support of the agricultural industry.

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The rally is set for Gyro Park in Osoyoos starting a 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday.

Scheduled speakers BCFGA President Peter Simonsen, and former provincial agriculture ministers Corky Evans and John Van Dongen.

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NDP MLAs have been invited to attend to connect with growers, but not to speak at the rally.

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