With costs rising, numbers of farmers dropping and a corporate world thriving like we’ve never seen before, the NFU wants to invite you to join us as we confront concentration in our food system! Organizing, education, action and solidarity are needed in order to push for change and we invite you to join in on […]
Hatch Your Farm + Food Business is a six-part workshop designed and delivered by food industry experts Good to Grow, in collaboration with BC Association of Farmers’ Markets, with support from Vancity. Date of Workshop: Tuesday January 17, 2023 Time: 9am to 5pm Location: Hastings Room at the PNE Grounds – 2901 E Hastings St, […]
This webinar panel digs into how co-operatives in British Columbia are making farmland accessible for sustainable farming. Panelists will discuss why they formed a co-op, what it is all about, what the key challenges are, and how their co-ops are addressing these. Learn more and register at: nfu.ca/event/how-to-access-farmland-using-cooperative-models Webinar Chair Antonio Gomes runs Cavaleiro Farm in […]
The Pacific Agriculture Show will showcase the latest and most innovative equipment and technology for the agriculture industry. Join thousands of farmers and agri-food producers in comparing and investigating what over 300 exhibitors have to make your operation more efficient. BC’s agriculture industry is unique in its diversity and the Show attracts an attendance from […]
Organic BC is hosting its 2nd annual Beer Night, a Zoom-based hangout on Thursday, February 2nd between 7pm and 9pm. The event last year was a real hit, and this year's agenda will be equally non-serious! The sole point of the hangout is to do just that, so bring your favourite bevvie (or two, or […]
Join Organic BC, Kootenay Organic Growers Society, and Kootenay & Boundary Farm Advisors for a chance to gather, network and find out what's happening in the organic sector. Discuss organic and regenerative agriculture with regional producers, and talk to provincial organizations about future opportunities and policy outlooks for organic farmers in the province. And, hear […]
Join Dru Yates (Consultant, E.S. Cropconsult Ltd.) and Josh Andrews (Nutrient Management Specialist, BCMAF) for a 2-hr virtual workshop on nitrogen management. In this workshop, participants will: Apply the Four R’s of nutrient management to field vegetable scenarios (with a focus on the south coast of BC), Interpret post-harvest nitrate test values, Navigate the BC […]
Looking to improve fruit size and yields in your orchard or garden fruit trees? Wondering how to balance growth and fruiting? Join Organic BC for a half-day pruning workshop with tree fruit horticulturist, Molly Thurston. The workshop will start at Claremont Ranch Organics, with mature and mid-sized apple and pear trees. From there, you’ll continue […]
Is farming in your DNA? On Saturday, Feb. 18th, come and investigate opportunities and challenges in a timely discussion with a panel of producers representing a broad range of Cariboo agriculture, from beef to berries to beets. The round table discussion will be followed by a catered lunch and updates on other agricultural initiatives in […]
Join experienced organic ranchers Tristan Banwell of Spray Creek Ranch and Steve Meggait of Fresh Valley Farms for a presentation on the principles of rotational grazing, followed by an interactive discussion on the finer points of the following topics: Fencing - permanent perimeter, interior subdivision, smaller livestock fencing and layout options Water - the use […]
The Columbia Basin Mixer is happening February 25-26, 2023! Gather with farmers and food lovers on Sinixt, Ktunaxa and Syilx Territories in Nelson for two days of workshops and networking. In the spirit of Young Agrarians Mixers, this will be an opportunity to engage and connect with others, share ideas, and access the knowledge and […]
A chance for island organic growers to gather, network and discuss current issues. Organic and organic-curious farmers are invited to join Organic BC and the Mid Island Farmers' Institute at Gladstone Brewing in Courtenay for a fun time to connect with the organic community, compare stories about the epic 2022 season, discuss challenges and plan […]
