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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
