Binny Boparai-Gill

Binny Boparai-Gill

Owner / Operator

Appointed for a term ending July 31, 2025. Binny Boparai-Gill is the Co-Founder and President of Farming Karma Fruit Company, a farm-to-table operation producing award-winning fruit beverages. Under her leadership, the company has received multiple awards for innovation and sustainability.

Binny immigrated to Canada as a teenager and has now established her roots in Kelowna BC. She has a family history of agriculture and public service, both of which inspire her work today. She turned her family's farming legacy into a successful value-added fruit products company while also bridging the gap between consumers and farmers through educational tours at their vertically integrated manufacturing facility. Binny is committed to fostering and advocating for a more resilient agriculture and small business sector in BC. She partners with local educational institutes to educate and engage young minds in discussion around careers in agriculture, sustainability, and entrepreneurship. Through Farming Karma’s Do Good Initiative, she collaborates with local charities to support community causes. Binny has over a decade of experience working in the finance industry which has been instrumental in scaling her family business across Canada and beyond. She strongly believes in the value of financial literacy and aspires to work towards making financial knowledge more accessible. She also serves on Kelowna’s Agriculture Advisory Committee.

Her dedication to diversity, inclusion and compassion is evident in both her professional and personal life. With extensive experience in leadership and finance, an innovative approach to business, and a strong commitment to education and community outreach, she is well-equipped to contribute meaningfully to the Knowledge Network's board of directors.

9:30 am - 10:15 am
Arena Main Stage

FARMING KARMA JUICE

11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Arena Main Stage

PANEL: INNOVATIVE IDEAS AND INSIGHTS FOR MODERN FOOD PRODUCERS

Innovation isn’t just about technology—it’s about finding new ways to solve problems, increase efficiency, and grow your business. This panel will explore how food producers can innovate at every stage of the business, from operations and product development to sales and customer engagement. Our panelists will share practical, creative strategies for improving processes, adding value to products, and expanding market reach. Whether you’re a farmer, processor, or food entrepreneur, you’ll walk away inspired to implement innovative practices that support long-term growth and success.

9:15 am - 10:00 am
Arena Main Stage

FARMING KARMA JUICE PRESENTATION - BINNY GILL, OWNER/OPERATOR

DETAILS TBA

11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Arena Expo Area

INNOVATION IN ACTION: INSIGHTS FOR TODAY'S FOOD PRODUCERS

Innovation isn’t just about technology—it’s about finding new ways to solve problems, increase efficiency, and grow your business. This panel will explore how food producers can innovate at every stage of the business, from operations and product development to sales and customer engagement. Our panelists will share practical, creative strategies for improving processes, adding value to products, and expanding market reach. Whether you’re a farmer, processor, or food entrepreneur, you’ll walk away inspired to implement innovative practices that support long-term growth and success.