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SUMMARY:Pacific Agriculture Show
DESCRIPTION: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. \nBC’s agriculture industry is unique in its diversity and the Show attracts an attendance from all the livestock and horticulture sectors including: dairy\, cattle\, poultry\, equine\, hogs\, llamas\, alpacas\, to vegetable\, berry\, grape\, bulb\, ornamentals\, hothouse\, flower and shrub growing and more. \nLearn more at: https://www.agricultureshow.net
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/pacific-agriculture-show-2022/
LOCATION:Tradex Exhibition Centre
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220317T113000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220304T201459Z
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SUMMARY:Kootenay Farm Flood Preparedness Workshop (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE: https://kootenayfarmfloodprep.eventbrite.ca \nNOTE: This is an interactive virtual workshop. Please only register if you can attend the live session.  \nKootenay farmers are invited to register for this free workshop to: \n\nIncrease your understanding of potential flood scenarios for your operation\nIdentify the areas and infrastructure on your farm that are most vulnerable to floods\nBegin to populate your flood preparedness plan using the Farm Flood Readiness Toolkit\n\nThis workshop will be led by Chris Marsh\, an emergency management professional with over 25 years of public service and public safety experience. \nIt is being hosted by the Climate & Agriculture Initiative BC (CAI). \n9:00 a.m -11:00 a.m. -All Producers (Including livestock producers) \n11:00 a.m.- 11:30 a.m. -Additional content re: livestock protection\, evacuation or relocation for any type of livestock producers \n\nREGISTER HERE: https://kootenayfarmfloodprep.eventbrite.ca
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/kootenay-farm-flood-preparedness-workshop-virtual/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220310T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220310T133000
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SUMMARY:Seed Saving 101 Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join FarmFolk CityFolk to learn more about garden design\, seed saving basics\, and some hands-on seed cleaning fun. Thursday\, March 10th from 12-1:30pm at The Stir in Kamloops. \nThis event is free\, with the option to donate to Butler Urban Farm. Advance registration is required: https://farmfolkcityfolk.ca/event/seed-saving-101-workshop
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/seed-saving-101-workshop/
LOCATION:Kamloops Food Hub\, 185 Royal Ave\, Kamloops\, BC\, V2B 8J6\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220303T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220308T130000
DTSTAMP:20260530T143917
CREATED:20220207T174604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220207T174753Z
UID:5707-1646301600-1646744400@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:UBC Soil Science Research Presentations and Farmer Discussions
DESCRIPTION:Organic Vegetable Nutrient Management & Overwinter Soil Cover Strategies for Vegetable Producers \n  \nJoin us for two online workshops in March 2022. Both workshops will include brief presentations of the results from four years of UBC regional field trials on twenty-five working farms. Research presentations will be followed by small-group break-out sessions focused on relevant skills\, techniques\, challenges\, and opportunities. \nNote: These workshops are designed to meet the needs of farmers from across B.C. We welcome researchers\, students\, and other professionals to join\, however\, we will be prioritizing farmer questions and preferences for break-out group discussions. \nWorkshops are hosted by the UBC Sustainable Agricultural Landscapes lab in collaboration with Organic BC. \n  \nGet full details and register at: ubc-soil-management-workshop-series.eventbrite.ca \n 
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/ubc-soil-science-research-presentations-and-farmer-discussions/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220227
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220307
DTSTAMP:20260530T143917
CREATED:20210929T154732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220130T202625Z
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SUMMARY:2022 BC Organic Conference
DESCRIPTION:The organic sector event of the year!\nEach year\, members of the organic community come together at our annual BC Organic Conference. The event is a chance to visit with current and future leaders in the BC organic sector\, exchange ideas\, eat amazing meals\, learn from experts\, and return home inspired by our incredible community before the growing season kicks into high gear. \nThe BC Organic Conference is open to anyone interested in organic agriculture\, including Organic BC members\, farmers looking to transition\, researchers\, students\, like-minded organizations\, and members of the general public. All are welcome! \nKey an eye on our conference page for the latest details.
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/2022-bc-organic-conference/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220223T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220223T120000
DTSTAMP:20260530T143917
CREATED:20220130T203741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220130T203741Z
UID:5558-1645606800-1645617600@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:Pest Management Workshop for Small-Scale Berry Farmers
DESCRIPTION:BC berry growers: Join this interactive online workshop to learn about pest management frameworks using real pest examples.\n  \n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\nThis interactive online workshop offers berry growers an opportunity to learn about pest management frameworks using real pest examples that can be applied to the specific needs and concerns of your farm. \n  \nThe frameworks include: \n\nThe six key components of Integrated Pest Management (IPM)\nA problem-solving tool for disease-pest identification\nGuiding questions to aid in management decision-making\n\nThe session will also include plenty of time for Q & A. \n  \nInstructors\nMarjolaine Dessureault and Dru Yates\, IPM specialists with E.S. Cropconsult Ltd.\, will lead the workshop and guide participants through a new set of IPM guides for small-scale farmers they’ve developed in collaboration with BC growers over the last two years. \n  \nRegistration details\nThe workshop is available at no cost\, but registration is required. Capacity will be limited to 30 participants and the session will be held on zoom. \nIf you register and cannot make it\, please cancel your ticket to make space for other participants. The workshop will not be recorded. \n\nRegister at: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/pest-management-workshop-for-small-scale-berry-farmers-tickets-238801320177
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/pest-management-workshop-for-small-scale-berry-farmers/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220216T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220216T120000
DTSTAMP:20260530T143917
CREATED:20220130T203226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220130T203402Z
UID:5552-1645002000-1645012800@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:Pest Management Workshop for Small-Scale Vegetable Farmers
DESCRIPTION:BC vegetable growers: Join this interactive online workshop to learn about pest management frameworks using real pest examples.\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\nThis interactive online workshop offers vegetable growers an opportunity to learn about pest management frameworks using real pest examples that can be applied to the specific needs and concerns of your farm. \n  \nThe frameworks include: \n\nThe six key components of Integrated Pest Management (IPM)\nA problem-solving tool for disease-pest identification\nGuiding questions to aid in management decision-making\n\nThe session will also include plenty of time for Q & A. \n  \nInstructors\nMarjolaine Dessureault and Dru Yates\, IPM specialists with E.S. Cropconsult Ltd.\, will lead the workshop and guide participants through a new set of IPM guides for small-scale farmers they’ve developed in collaboration with BC growers over the last two years. \n  \nRegistration details\nThe workshop is available at no cost\, but registration is required. Capacity will be limited to 30 participants and the session will be held on zoom. \nIf you register and cannot make it\, please cancel your ticket to make space for other participants. The workshop will not be recorded. \n\nRegister at: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/pest-management-workshop-for-small-scale-vegetable-farmers-tickets-238774961337
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/pest-management-workshop-for-small-scale-vegetable-farmers/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220208T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220208T113000
DTSTAMP:20260530T143917
CREATED:20220130T205216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220130T205216Z
UID:5565-1644314400-1644319800@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:How to Design your Own On-Farm Research Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Attend this workshop to share your ideas about challenges and opportunities for your farm and farm production.   Do you have ideas of research you would like to pursue on your farm? During this workshop\, Dr. Catherine Tarasoff will support producers to work through ideas and share templates to help guide your work.  Come to the workshop ready to share your ideas! View the Grab & Go Research Templates here.  \nThis event is PART THREE in our series to foster and promote farmer led on-farm research.  Past events include:  PART ONE: Indicators of Soil Health and On-Farm Measurements   |  PART TWO: Seeding Rates and On-Farm Measurements.  \nFree | Register here  \n  \nWORKSHOP FACILITATOR: \nDr. Catherine Tarasoff  of AgroWest Consulting will introduce producers to new research templates so that producers can plan and conduct their own on-farm research. The goal of the research templates is to inspire producers to experiment with methods to optimize farm production goals and think about practical methods to keep records and measure success. View the Grab & Go Research Templates here. 
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/how-to-design-your-own-on-farm-research-workshop/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220208
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220211
DTSTAMP:20260530T143917
CREATED:20220130T205707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220130T210344Z
UID:5568-1644278400-1644537599@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:VIRTUAL: Okanagan Farm Flood Preparedness Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn about flood risk\, preparedness and response. Begin your flood preparedness action plan. \n  \nAbout this event\n*NOTE: This is an interactive virtual workshop. Please only register if you can attend the live session. \nOkanagan farmers are invited to register for this free workshop to: \n-Increase your understanding of potential flood scenarios for your operation \n-Identify the areas and infrastructure on your farm that are most vulnerable to floods \n-Begin to populate your flood preparedness plan using the Farm Flood Readiness Toolkit \n  \nThe workshop\, hold over two 90 minute sessions\, will be led by Chris Marsh\, an emergency management professional with over 25 years of public service and public safety experience. \n  \nIt is being hosted by the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen and the Climate & Agriculture Initiative BC (CAI). \n  \nDAY 1: February 8\, 2022 = Okanagan Flood Risk & Response\, Assess your Risk and the Vulnerability of Your Assets \nDAY 2: February 10\, 2022 = Options to Protect Assets\, Livestock and Farm Worker Relocation or Evacuation \n  \nRegister at: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/virtual-okanagan-farm-flood-preparedness-workshop-tickets-241295720997
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/virtual-okanagan-farm-flood-preparedness-workshop/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220202T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220202T113000
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CREATED:20220130T204253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220130T204253Z
UID:5561-1643796000-1643801400@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:Seeding Rates and On-Farm Measurements
DESCRIPTION:Crop selection and seeding rates are an important strategy for optimizing yield. With the broad range of growing conditions in the Kootenays from soils to climate\, each farm needs to make their own decisions based on individual farm circumstance and goals. At this event\, we will hear producers who have experimented with seeding rates to hear what strategies they suggest to measure success and get the seeding rate right for your farm. \n  \nThis event is PART TWO of our series to foster and promote farmer led on-farm research.  PART ONE was Indicators of Soil Health and On-Farm Measurements. The next event in the series is PART THREE: How to Design Your Own ON-Farm Research Project (workshop). \n  \nFree! Register here. \n  \nPRESENTERS: \nWayne Ray\, forage producer in Vanderhoof\, will share his experience with trialing different crop varieties and seeding rates for optimal alfalfa yields. Read about Wayne’s project here.  \nTyler Morrison\, forage producer and rancher in Cranbrook\, will share his experience with trialing different seeding rates and varieties of Sorghum sudan grass. Read about Tyler’s project here.   \nDr. Catherine Tarasoff  of AgroWest Consulting will introduce producers to new research templates so that producers can plan and conduct their own on-farm research. The goal of the research templates is to inspire producers to experiment with methods to optimize farm production goals and think about practical methods to keep records and measure success. View the Grab & Go Research Templates here.  \nFunding for this event is provided by the Agriculture & Climate Initiative BC. 
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/seeding-rates-and-on-farm-measurements/
LOCATION:1476 Mountain View Road\, Armstrong\, British Columbia\, V0E 1B8\, Canada
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220130
DTSTAMP:20260530T143917
CREATED:20211216T020350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211216T020558Z
UID:5174-1643241600-1643500799@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:Pacific Agriculture Show
DESCRIPTION: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. \nBC’s agriculture industry is unique in its diversity and the Show attracts an attendance from all the livestock and horticulture sectors including: dairy\, cattle\, poultry\, equine\, hogs\, llamas\, alpacas\, to vegetable\, berry\, grape\, bulb\, ornamentals\, hothouse\, flower and shrub growing and more. \nMore details: https://www.agricultureshow.net
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/pacific-agriculture-show/
LOCATION:Tradex Exhibition Centre
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ORGANIZER:MAILTO:jsmith@smallscalemeat.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220117
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220122
DTSTAMP:20260530T143917
CREATED:20211027T195107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211027T195107Z
UID:4755-1642377600-1642809599@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:2022 Organic Summit
DESCRIPTION:About this event\n\n\nCOTA’s annual flagship event\, The Organic Summit: The Future of Food is Organic is scheduled for November 22-26th! \nThis year’s theme addresses the current food systems need for a radical transformation and how organic helps confront many of these areas where change is needed. \nJoin us for an informative and thought provoking week of organic innovative thought leadership\, trailblazing science and new initiatives in organic regenerative agriculture! \nThe Organic Summit will be a virtual\, week-long series of star-studded and industry acclaimed speakers and panel discussions. Prepare for some participatory sessions too! \nOur annual flagship event is designed to provide organic supporters and the community to further our learning collectively on how we can work together as organic leaders to shape the future of our food system.
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/2022-organic-summit/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211217T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211217T100000
DTSTAMP:20260530T143917
CREATED:20211216T021135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211216T021617Z
UID:5180-1639731600-1639735200@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:Organic Beef Supply Chain
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in exploring opportunities and strategies to overcome supply chain barriers in the organic livestock sector in Canada? \n  \nAbout this Event\nJoin us for this one-hour webinar where we’ll be presenting and discussing the challenges experienced by producers and other relevant stakeholders in the beef supply chain and present a set of strategies for promoting the stability and growth of the organic sector. The findings have relevance for other livestock activities as well. \nSimultaneous French interpretation is available. \nThis is the second webinar in our series of six supply chains: \n\nOrganic Carrots — Nov. 5 — Watch the recording\nOrganic Beef — Dec. 17 — Register today!\nOrganic Blueberries — Jan. 13 — Registration page coming soon\nOrganic Salad Greens — Jan. 28 — Registration page coming soon\nOrganic Oats — Feb. 11 — Registration page coming soon\nOrganic Field Peas — Feb. 25 — Registration page coming soon\n\nThere will be an opportunity for you to ask questions and share your own observations on the challenges and opportunities in the supply chain and the steps that are needed to support current production and future expansion.
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/organic-beef-supply-chain/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211209T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211209T120000
DTSTAMP:20260530T143917
CREATED:20211128T195751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211128T195751Z
UID:5026-1639051200-1639051200@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:COP26 Climate Conference Report Back
DESCRIPTION:Seven NFU farmer leaders attended the UN COP26 Climate Conference in Glasgow in November. Join us December 9th for an NFUniversity session where several members of the NFU contingent will report back and help us understand what was accomplished\, what needs to be done\, how the process was flawed\, the agreements made\, the false solutions on offer\, the power of civil society in the streets\, and how the international COP process intersects with Canadian climate policy and the future of farming. \nSign up at: https://www.nfu.ca/nfuniversity/cop26-climate-conference-report-back
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/cop26-climate-conference-report-back/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211207
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211210
DTSTAMP:20260530T143917
CREATED:20211128T194546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211128T194758Z
UID:5020-1638835200-1639094399@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:Climate Adaptation Research for BC Agriculture: Virtual Workshop 2021
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss this year’s Climate Adaptation Research for BC Agriculture virtual workshop. Over three mornings\, presenters\, panelists and participants will be gathering online from across British Columbia and beyond to discuss major climate impacts: \n\nExtreme heat and drought\nWildfire risk and recovery\nCarbon sequestration\n\nEach daily topic will begin with presentations on the latest research. Panel discussions will follow to share how these issues are impacting BC farmers and ranchers\, and pathways forward for adaptation and mitigation. \nAll sessions will be hosted on zoom.  \nOnce you are registered you will receive zoom log in links for each session and session recordings will be shared with you later in December. \nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/climate-adaptation-research-for-bc-agriculture-virtual-workshop-2021-tickets-191294175027
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/climate-adaptation-research-for-bc-agriculture-virtual-workshop-2021/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211119
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211122
DTSTAMP:20260530T143917
CREATED:20211027T204347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211027T204347Z
UID:4759-1637280000-1637539199@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:2021 BC Seed Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Our BC Seed Gathering connects over 100 seed growers\, advocates\, and community organizers from across BC to build and align a strong provincial seed sector. Biennial seed gathering events increase the availability\, supply\, quality\, and diversity of locally produced seeds through learning and engagement opportunities. We collaborate with stakeholders to build momentum from these gatherings for a broader impact on BC’s sustainable seed sector. \nThis year’s BC Seed Gathering will take place virtually from Friday\, November 19th through Sunday\, November 21st\, 2021. Join us for a variety of seedy presentations\, a tasting and recipe swap\, live music\, movie night\, and more! Register here. \nIf you identify as Indigenous and would like to attend the event for free\, please register with this link instead.
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/2021-bc-seed-gathering/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211109T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211109T110000
DTSTAMP:20260530T143917
CREATED:20211028T003834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211028T003925Z
UID:4776-1636452000-1636455600@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:Agricultural water management in a changing climate
DESCRIPTION:In many parts of BC changing precipitation patterns and average temperatures are resulting in hotter and drier summers. These conditions increase the water needed for healthy crops and livestock while reducing the available water supply. This session will highlight projects that have been underway in very different parts of the provinces (Delta and the Kootenays) to implement proactive strategies for increasing agricultural water resilience. \n  \nPresenters:  \nStrategies for improving water conservation on farms: Lessons from the Kootenay-Boundary region\, Andrew Bennett\, Living Lands Agroecology \nModelling\, monitoring and sharing salinity data for agricultural water management in Delta\, Leisa Yee\, Delta Farmers’ Institute and Andrew Nadler\, Peak HydroMet Solutions \nSession host: Emily MacNair\, Climate & Agriculture Initiative \n  \nRegistration: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/agricultural-water-management-in-a-changing-climate-tickets-175853772367 \n 
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/agricultural-water-management-in-a-changing-climate/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211108
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211126
DTSTAMP:20260530T143917
CREATED:20211027T185306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211027T185404Z
UID:4745-1636329600-1637884799@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:BC Land Forum
DESCRIPTION:CALLING ALL FARMERS AND LANDHOLDERS\nOur second annual LAND FORUM is here!\nWe were thrilled to see so many of you in the community this summer at our on-farm Land Socials. The B.C. Land Matching Program team is super excited to welcome you back to learn together and take a deeper dive into information and interactive sessions about land sharing and starting a farm business. The Land Forum is accessible online so that we can reach you wherever you live and have Internet access. We can’t wait to share knowledge and online space with you all! \nWHEN: November 8 – 25\, 2021 \nWHERE: Online on unceded Indigenous territories across what is today known as B.C. Join us from the comfort of your couch\, office\, tractor\, compost heap – wherever you find yourself able to tune in! \nRSVP: Register for the Land Forum here and you’ll get access to links for all the webinars. \nQUESTIONS: alex@youngagrarians.org  |  1-855-561-4633
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/bc-land-forum/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211102T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211102T110000
DTSTAMP:20260530T143917
CREATED:20211028T001902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211028T003620Z
UID:4770-1635847200-1635850800@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:Investigating crop suitability for changing climate conditions
DESCRIPTION:This session discuss tools to support crop selection decisions from phenological models to on-farm research trials.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\nThis is the third session in a four-part Climate & Agriculture Initiative webinar series discussing major ways climate change is impacting BC farmers and ranchers and sharing resources and research enabling adaptation. From changing pests and pollinators to summer heat and drought\, this series offers examples of adaptation in action. \n  \nInvestigating crop suitability for changing climate conditions  \nAs the climate changes\, we are seeing shifts in average temperatures as well as increasing variability in weather and seasonal conditions. Crop selection is an important strategy for adapting to new climate conditions as well as improving resiliency as weather becomes less predictable. This session will discuss tools developed to support crop selection decisions\, including phenological models for BC wine grape varieties and resources for on-farm research. \n  \nPresenters:  \nTools and tips for doing your own on-farm crop trial research\, Dr. Catherine Tarasoff\, P. Ag.\, Agrowest Consulting Scientists \nHow phenological models for BC wine grapes can lead the way for choosing crops and varieties for a changing climate\, Dr. Elizabeth Wolkovich\, University of British Columbia \nSession host: Shauna MacKinnon\, Climate & Agriculture Initiative \n  \n\nRegistration: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/investigating-crop-suitability-for-changing-climate-conditions-tickets-175838837697 \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/investigating-crop-suitability-for-changing-climate-conditions/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211027
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211028
DTSTAMP:20260530T143917
CREATED:20211027T193843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211027T193843Z
UID:4749-1635292800-1635379199@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:2021 Seed Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:The global pandemic has shown that stewardship of seed and innovation in plant breeding have never been more important to support Canada’s seed security. Our 2021 webinar series will explore how farmers and plant breeders are working to save and improve important Canadian crop varieties\, as well as the regional seed systems that make those varieties available for the benefit of all Canadians. Join us for this national conversation about seeds in Canada! \nAll webinars are free! Register at seedsecurity.ca/en/programs/learn/online-events.
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/2021-seed-webinar-series/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211003T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211003T180000
DTSTAMP:20260530T143917
CREATED:20210929T155735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210929T155735Z
UID:4606-1633273200-1633284000@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:Land Social at Lohbrunner Community Farm Co-op
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to a socially-distanced outdoor Land Social at Lohbrunner Community Farm Co-op in Langford\, B.C.! If you’re curious about what land matching and sharing is all about – or just want to check out what your local farmers and farm interns are up to – join us for the event. \nThis event will tour Lohbrunner Community Farm\, a cooperatively managed farm owned by FarmFolk CityFolk\, which includes garden space for core co-op members as well as two market garden operations. \nWe’ll tour the farm\, network\, and look at the steps to building a successful land sharing relationship. Your regional Land Matcher will share information about how the B.C. Land Matching Program can help you find the perfect farmer for your land – or farmland where you can build your dream farm business. \nLand Socials connect farmers and farmland holders\, and set them up to receive ongoing support through the B.C. Land Matching Program. Both farmers seeking land and farmland holders thinking about sharing land are encouraged to attend – as well as anyone who loves food\, farming\, and getting out onto the land.
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/land-social-at-lohbrunner-community-farm-co-op/
LOCATION:Lohbrunner Community Farm Co-op\, 1152 Lippincott Rd\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V9C2Z6\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210923T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211118T203000
DTSTAMP:20260530T143917
CREATED:20210724T035919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210724T040417Z
UID:4288-1632402000-1637267400@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:Feeding Growth: Scale Your Progressive Food Business Workshop Series
DESCRIPTION:This series of five workshops provides practical tips for progressive retail and packaged goods companies to reach and maintain success. Each workshop follows the Feeding Growth recipe: personable and caring food industry mentors share advice; participants engage in hands-on exercises; and the helpful community of progressive change-makers connects over tasty local food. The series culminates with a keynote event celebrating our graduates and the local food movement. \n  \nWORKSHOP DATES \n1. Marketing & Branding: September 23\, 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.\, UBC Farm Yurt \n2. Retail\, Sales & Distribution: October 7\, 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.\, Horizon Grocery + Wellness \n3. Sourcing & Manufacturing: October 21\, 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.\, Faculty Brewing \n4. Financing & Growth\, November 4: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.\, Vancity Head Office \n5. How to Integrate Sustainability into Your Business: November 18\, 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.\, Lost & Found Cafe \n  \nACCESSIBILITY \nFor our friends that are not in the Vancouver-area\, we will be offering a remote viewing option. Each workshop takes place on a Thursday\, and by the following Tuesday we will make a recording available to view for one week. Please select the remote-viewing option when purchasing your ticket(s). While we recognize you won’t be able to join us for the food\, drinks\, and networking that are part of the in-person events\, we have offered a discounted rate for remote viewing and we look forward to connecting with you digitally. \n  \nWORKSHOP DETAILS \nFind out more at FeedingGrowth.com\, or register here. \nThe workshop series is open to all. No prerequisite required. \n\nIn-person Series\n\nFull workshop series – $299.00; Vancity business members – $199.00; Squamish region businesses – $199.00*\nIndividual workshop – $89\n\n\nRemote Series\n\nFull workshop series – $149.50\nIndividual workshop – $44.50\n\n\n\n  \n*This offer is available to the first 10 Squamish businesses\, and is designed for entrepreneurs operating anywhere between Britannia Beach and Pinecrest. Supported by the District of Squamish. \n30% discount on purchase of second ticket for full workshop series or individual workshops. Discount only applies to $299 full workshop series and $89 individual workshop tickets. Message info@feedinggrowth.com for discount code
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/feeding-growth-scale-your-progressive-food-business-workshop-series/
LOCATION:Vancouver or online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Centre for Sustainable Food Systems at UBC Farm%2C Vancity%2C and Brand Natural":MAILTO:info@feedinggrowth.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210915T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210915T190000
DTSTAMP:20260530T143917
CREATED:20210823T231128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210823T231240Z
UID:4372-1631727000-1631732400@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:Cook-Along With Chef Randle
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate BC Chicken Month and Canada’s Organic Week! Enjoy a FREE cooking lesson with Chef Trevor Randle and learn about organic BC foods and agriculture with a virtual webinar. \nChef Randle will provide expert instruction as he guides you online through two delicious fall-inspired recipes: \n\nOrganic Braised Moroccan Chicken with Couscous\nOrganic BC Cider Poached Apples with Toasted Walnuts\n\nFarmers Dion Wiebe from Rossdown Farms and Natural Foods and Molly Thurston of Claremont Ranch Organics will also join Chef Randle to provide insights on organic farming in BC. Plus\, webinar participants will be entered into a draw for a chance to win 1 of 3 prize packages valued at $250+ each!
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/cook-along-with-chef-randle/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210920
DTSTAMP:20260530T143917
CREATED:20210508T011608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210830T221314Z
UID:1165-1631491200-1632095999@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:Organic Week 2021
DESCRIPTION:The largest annual celebration of organic food\, farming and products across the country! \nHere are a few things you can look forward to from Organic BC: \n\nA free Cook-Along with Chef Randle\, featuring BC organic food and farmers. Register soon—space is limited!\nFree access to 25+ podcasts spanning all aspects of food systems and organic farming in BC. These were originally only available to attendees of the 2021 BC Organic Conference\, but we’re releasing them to the public during Organic Week!\n\nAnd a few of the many events being hosted by Organic Week: \n\n#OrganicChat with Paddy Doherty\, a BC organic farmer\nFree film screening of The Seeds of Vandana Shiva\nRegenerative Agriculture Panel Discussion\n\nView and register for all of Organic Week’s events on their Eventbrite page\, and keep an eye on the @choosecanadaorganic Instagram page for the latest contests and announcements.
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/organic-week-2021/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Canadian Organic Growers & Canada Organic Trade Association":MAILTO:info@organicweek.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210911T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211003T150000
DTSTAMP:20260530T143917
CREATED:20210824T172503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210824T172738Z
UID:4378-1631354400-1633273200@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:BX Farm Tour
DESCRIPTION:A self-guided\, self-paced tour of the food\, farms and sights of Vernon’s BX region \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis fall\, you’re invited to “Know Your Farmer\, Explore the BX”—to connect with local food\, to better know your farmers and how they are farming\, and to explore all the BX has to offer. The BX is a rich agricultural region with lots of walking and hiking trails\, and is the perfect place to get out and explore your own backyard. \nThe BX Farm Tour is hosted by the North Okanagan Land to Table Network\, in partnership with funders\, farmers and local supporters. Now in its inaugural year\, the event features four local farmers\, with more to be added in the coming years. \nDrive\, bike or walk the route and take an afternoon or a day. The BX Farm Tour is yours to explore\, your way. \nGet all the details at: https://landtotablenetwork.com/bx-farm-tour
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/bx-farm-tour/
LOCATION:The BX region of Vernon\, BC\, Canada
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ORGANIZER:MAILTO:jsmith@smallscalemeat.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210902T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210902T123000
DTSTAMP:20260530T143917
CREATED:20210830T222041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210830T222041Z
UID:4446-1630580400-1630585800@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:Organic\, Biodynamic\, Regenerative - What’s Really Healthy for Our Soil?
DESCRIPTION:Nowadays\, as we stroll up and down the aisles of the grocery store and peruse the weekend farmer’s market\, we are confronted with a lot of choices. Organic certification\, produced using biodynamic methods\, grown on a no-till farm – but what do any of these mean? In this webinar we are going to be taking a deep dive into the various new ‘types of agriculture’\, what they mean and why they all seem to boast being the healthiest for our soil. Join our panelists Barbara Schellenberg\, Corine Singfield and Tim Nerbas for an exploration of these new methods and how focusing on our soil health is driving a revolution in agriculture. \n 
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/organic-biodynamic-regenerative-whats-really-healthy-for-our-soil/
LOCATION:Online
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://organicbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Organic-Biodynamic-Regenerative.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210901
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210902
DTSTAMP:20260530T143917
CREATED:20210510T195701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210705T051427Z
UID:1231-1630454400-1630540799@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:Young Agrarians Business Bootcamp
DESCRIPTION:Young Agrarians presents the Business Bootcamp for New Farmers! This online\, community-based program will give you the space and skills to write a stellar business plan for the farm of your dreams. \nThe next round of the Business Bootcamp starts in Fall 2021. Sign up for the Young Agrarians newsletter to be the first to find out about it! \nThe Business Bootcamp will cover everything from writing a mission statement to creating a financial plan to defining a marketing strategy. In this program you will have the opportunity to: \n\nWrite a farm business plan\nGet insights from experts on your farm business\nGet to know others in farm start-up\nGet ideas and inspiration from your peers\nGet set up to access capital\n\nThis program is open to all new and aspiring farmers with the goal being to write (or rewrite) a business plan for a farm enterprise. The Business Bootcamp is a great place to explore the viability of your farm dream\, figure out details for your first growing season\, or to investigate adding another enterprise to your current farm. Having at least one full season of farming experience is advised for participants. All production types are welcome!
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/young-agrarians-business-bootcamp/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210805T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210805T123000
DTSTAMP:20260530T143917
CREATED:20210725T185009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210725T185009Z
UID:4301-1628161200-1628166600@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:Future of Food Global Dialogue Series - Mobilizing Industry to Make a Difference
DESCRIPTION:Many of us are doing our best to lower our impact on the planet – taking shorter showers\, bringing a reusable cup\, supporting local and much more. However\, in order to make a big difference in the climate crisis we need to move beyond individual efforts and mobilize our industries to make positive change. The second episode in our mini series on climate change will explore ways in which we can encourage the agricultural and agroforestry industries to join the fight. Our panelists will discuss where we are at with our climate mitigation goals and what needs to be done to move us forward.
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/future-of-food-global-dialogue-series-mobilizing-industry-to-make-a-difference/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210729T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210729T123000
DTSTAMP:20260530T143917
CREATED:20210725T184428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210725T184428Z
UID:4297-1627556400-1627561800@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:Future of Food Global Dialogue Series - How Nature Based Solutions Restore Balance
DESCRIPTION:Let’s talk about the climate crisis. The first episode in our two part mini series on climate change will explore nature based solutions – what even are they and what are we doing to try to implement them around the world? These natural climate solutions involve restoring and better managing ecosystems\, from switching to restorative agriculture to cultivating mangrove forest regrowth\, and many of them were founded in indigenous knowledge systems. Join our panelists Drew Bondar\, Delta Farmland and Wildlife Trust\, Professor Terry Sunderland\, UBC Faculty of Forestry\, and Larry McDermott\, Plenty Canada\, as they discuss their own approaches and research on restoring the balance mankind has disrupted.
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/future-of-food-global-dialogue-series-how-nature-based-solutions-restore-balance/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210715T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210715T193000
DTSTAMP:20260530T143917
CREATED:20210706T054720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210706T054720Z
UID:4110-1626372000-1626377400@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:Growing Seed on Contract: Meet Seed Companies and Local Growers
DESCRIPTION:Regional seed companies often rely on contract growers to secure a diversity of vegetable\, herb\, flower\, and heritage grain seeds for their consumers. The trusting and collaborative relationship between companies and contractors are at the heart of what works about regional seed systems. Join us for this dynamic and interactive session during which we’ll learn more about how contracts are structured\, what companies are looking for\, and how skilled seed growers can get into this growing market opportunity. This webinar is for seed company representatives of any size in Canada and the USA\, in particular seed companies that are looking to include or expand their offering or regionally grown seeds\, and seed growers who are interested in learning more about what it means to grow seed on contract. \nResources: \nGrowing Seed on Contract: Advice to get Started \nGrowing Seed on Contract Case Studies: Salt Spring Seeds \nGrowing Seed on Contract Case Studies: Tourne-Sol Farm \nGrowing Seed on Contract Case Studies: West Coast Seeds
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/growing-seed-on-contract-meet-seed-companies-and-local-growers/
LOCATION:Online
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