WATCH | Scorch virus threatens B.C.’s blueberry crops

The destructive scorch virus, spread by aphids, has put acres of B.C. blueberry crops at risk. Efforts are underway to reduce the spread of the virus, but some farmers have been forced to replace the majority of their fields.

WATCH | Scorch virus threatens B.C.’s blueberry crops
Underripe blueberries in the palm in hand of a man.

The destructive scorch virus, spread by aphids, has put acres of B.C. blueberry crops at risk. Efforts are underway to reduce the spread of the virus, but some farmers have been forced to replace the majority of their fields.