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SUMMARY:APR 27\, 2024: BURTON\, BC - Silvopasture Tour at McCormack Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join Young Agrarians for a farm tour and potluck at McCormack Farm in beautiful Burton\, BC! \nWith 175 acres in production\, McCormack Farm is one of the largest farms in the region to be integrating silvopasture practices – the combination of tree crop production with rotationally-grazed livestock.  This 120-year-old farm is in the process of planting out their existing open pastures with tree species that provide fodder for animals\, food for people\, timber\, and other long-term resources. These trees offer numerous other benefits\, such as shelter for their livestock\,  improved pasture quality\, enhanced biodiversity\, and increased resilience of their farm to the extremes in weather. This is a unique opportunity to tour a diversified regenerative farm that is actively adapting their farming practices for a changing climate. \nForest McCormack will be our guide for the day. He is a fourth generation farmer who is  passionate about agroforestry and has a wealth of knowledge to share in this field. Forest has an extensive nursery of trees he is growing out for the farm – tree enthusiasts will enjoy learning about the unique genetics he has been collecting. As part of this event\, we will have the chance to help plant out some of these trees in their pasture\, so bring along a shovel! This tour will have lots of time for discussion about tree crops\, regenerative growing practices\, and developing climate resilient farm systems. \nDATE: Saturday\, April 27\, 2024  •  10 am – 2 pm PST \nREGISTER: youngagrarians.org/apr-27-2024-burton-bc-silvopasture-tour-at-mccormack-farm
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/apr-27-2024-burton-bc-silvopasture-tour-at-mccormack-farm/
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SUMMARY:WORK PARTY AT THE LOWER SIMILKAMEEN COMMUNITY FOOD HUB\, FARM AND GARDEN
DESCRIPTION:We’re back with another work party at the Lower Similkameen Community Food Hub\, Farm and Garden! Come out to lend a hand with spring farm work and building infrastructure to grow Indigenous food sovereignty. Everyone is welcome to attend. There are a variety of tasks to do such as seeding\, transplanting\, building\, cooking for the volunteers\, and more. We can’t wait to gather with you and celebrate spring together! \nDATE: April 27-28\, 2024. Join for the whole weekend or as much as you’re able. \nLOCATION: Syilx Territory. Cawston\, BC \nLearn more and register here: youngagrarians.org/april-lower-similkameen-work-party \n 
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/work-party-at-the-lower-similkameen-community-food-hub-farm-and-garden/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240403
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240404
DTSTAMP:20260530T100427
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SUMMARY:HOW TO START FARMING: AN INTRODUCTORY COURSE FOR THE FARM CURIOUS
DESCRIPTION:Are you curious about farming? We know that farming is easy to dream about\, but it can be challenging to decide whether the lifestyle is right for you. \nJoin Young Agrarians for How to Start Farming: An Introductory Course for the Farm Curious – an online\, community-based program that will give you the space to explore farming fundamentals\, connect with the farming community\, and learn about ways to get more involved in farming. \nPeople of all ages and walks of life are welcome to join! \nThe course starts on April 3\, 2024. Find out more and register here: youngagrarians.org/courses/how-to-start-farming/
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/how-to-start-farming-an-introductory-course-for-the-farm-curious/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240324T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240324T150000
DTSTAMP:20260530T100427
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SUMMARY:Pruning Workshop with Kanaka Bar Indian Band
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to a pruning workshop and potluck at Kanaka Bar! Join Young Agrarians for a day in the orchard learning how to prune various types of fruit trees\, led by local farmer Ashala Daniel of Solstedt Organics. Afterward\, attendees will enjoy a potluck lunch. \nWHEN: March 24\, 2024 | 10am-3pm \nLOCATION: T’eqt”aqtn’mux & Nlaka’pamux Territories. Lytton\, B.C. \nPlease register our website: youngagrarians.org/pruning-kanaka-bar/
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/pruning-workshop-with-kanaka-bar-indian-band/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240305T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240305T200000
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CREATED:20240225T220055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240225T220055Z
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SUMMARY:Organic Vegetables and Soil Health: Trial Results and Opportunities
DESCRIPTION:Join this evening presentation to hear results from on-farm trials that have been looking at nutrient management and cover cropping practices on organic farms across southern British Columbia since 2015. You will also have a chance to learn about a new four-year trial\, building on this work\, that farmers can join this spring. \nManagement practices that promote soil health are the foundation of Canadian organic production standards. Ideally\, these practices lead to regenerative outcomes\, like reducing reliance on environmentally risky nutrient inputs and storing carbon in the soil. But there are still unanswered questions about the affects of different soil health practices\, especially across BC’s diverse growing conditions. \nHear about the results from nine years of soil health trials on organic mixed vegetable farms. Results will be discussed in the context of a new four-year trial that aims to improve regenerative outcomes and will be looking at conservation tillage in addition to nutrient management and cover cropping. \nFarmers that participate in the new trials will have the opportunity to share their experiences and help prioritize the research questions addressed through the trials. \nRegister to attend here.
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/organic-vegetables-and-soil-health-trial-results-and-opportunities/
LOCATION:Online
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240304T173000
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SUMMARY:NO-TILL FOR NEW FARMERS: MARKET GARDENING WITH FARMER JESSE
DESCRIPTION:Are you a new farmer exploring no-till practices? Join us and Farmer Jesse Frost\, creator of the No-Till Market Garden podcast and host of the popular YouTube channel No-Till Growers for an introduction to growing with no-till methods and a Q&A session! \n\nWHEN: Monday\, March 4th 2024 | 4pm PT\, 5pm MT\, 6pm CT\, 7pm ET\, 8pm AT\n\n\n \n\n\nLearn more and register here: https://youngagrarians.org/mar-4-2024-online-no-till-for-new-farmers-market-gardening-with-farmer-jesse/
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/no-till-for-new-farmers-market-gardening-with-farmer-jesse/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240301
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240304
DTSTAMP:20260530T100427
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231129T173615Z
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SUMMARY:2024 BC Farmers' Market Conference
DESCRIPTION:The BC Farmers’ Markets Conference is a once-a-year opportunity to get together with your farmers’ market peers from across the province to share best practices\, learn from industry experts\, build connections and gain inspiration to carry you through the 2024 farmers’ market season. Workshops\, action labs\, and networking opportunities have been designed to support farmers’ markets managers\, board members\, and vendors in gaining practical skills and best practices to support their markets and businesses. \nDon’t miss out on this jam-packed weekend of networking\, peer-to-peer learning\, workshops\, great food and company. \nJoin us for the full weekend\, a single day\, or just one workshop – we hope to see you there! \nLearn more: https://bcfarmersmarket.org/events/conference-2024
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/2024-bc-farmers-market-conference/
LOCATION:Pinnacle Hotel at the Pier\, 138 Victory Ship Way\, North Vancouver\, BC\, V7L 0B1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240227T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240229T123000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240119T203410Z
UID:8578-1709024400-1709209800@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:Water\, Soil\, Climate: Research and resources for BC farmers
DESCRIPTION:Virtual workshop – 9am-12:30pm\, Feb. 27-29\, 2024 \nJoin us online for three mornings where we will explore how to adapt to the climate change challenges facing the agriculture sector. Hear from those working on the ground and learn about the research and programs emerging to support BC farmers. End each morning with a chance for discussion and networking with the ACARN community of growers\, agrologists\, researchers\, policymakers and students. \n\nThe scope\, opportunities and projects of the new Regional Extension program launched by the BC Ministry of Agriculture & Food\nDecision making\, research and resources to adapt to drought and drier conditions\nApplied research and cover cropping resources to build soil health on BC farms\nCareer and training opportunities in the BC agricultural sector from becoming a professional agrologist to agri-tech and government program delivery\n\n\nThanks to funding by the BC Ministry of Agriculture & Food and CleanBC the workshop is available at no cost\, registration is required.\n\nWorkshop details and registration: watersoilclimate.eventbrite.ca
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/water-soil-climate-research-and-resources-for-bc-farmers/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240226T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240226T113000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T175125Z
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SUMMARY:Agri-Tech Autonomous Weeders in BC
DESCRIPTION:In today’s climate of staff shortages and high labour costs\, herbicide resistance\, and the desire for increased soil health\, finding new\, efficient and innovative ways to approach weeding is more important than ever. Join us as experts share information about a selection of autonomous weeding robots that are currently available in BC. \n\nCharlotte Mignol from Naio Technologies will discuss the capabilities of their three autonomous weeding robots now available in Canada:\n\n\nThe Oz\, designed for small-scale to larger scale vegetable operations\nThe Ted\, tailored for vineyards and trellised fruits\nThe Orio\, developed for larger-scale vegetable crops.\nDemonstration videos will also be presented.\n\n\n\n\nKevin D. Vander Kooi\, a research technician at the University of Guelph in the Department of Plant Agriculture\, will share his firsthand experiences from trials involving the Naio Orio and the FarmDroid FD20.\nElise Smedbol\, the head researcher of weed science at the Research and Development for the Agri-Environment (IRDA)\, will present the outcomes of their recent three-year trials with the Naio Oz robot in corn\, beans\, and soy crops.\n\nThese researchers bring practical insights\, discussing the challenges\, limitations\, and successes encountered in their hands-on experiences with these machines.
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/agri-tech-autonomous-weeders-in-bc/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240224T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240224T180000
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CREATED:20231129T195740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T183904Z
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SUMMARY:FEB 24\, 2024: COLDSTREAM\, BC – LAND LINKING WORKSHOP
DESCRIPTION:GOT LAND? WANT LAND? Are you a landholder looking for farmers? Are you a farmer looking for land? We want you! \nJoin us for a workshop on the nuts and bolts of land access. Young Agrarians Land Linking Workshops bring together landholders and farmers seeking land to network\, explore possible land matches\, and learn how to navigate land sharing and lease agreements. \nOur B.C. Land Matching Program Manager Darcy Smith and our Okanagan Land Matcher\, Pascale Schittecatte will be there to talk about how land matching supports land seekers and landholders\, and share key questions to ask\, legal considerations\, and building and maintaining stable land agreements that are mutually beneficial. \nDate: Saturday\, February 24\, 2024  |  2-6pm\nLocation: Traditional Syilx and Secwépemc Territories. Coldstream\, BC\nREGISTER: https://youngagrarians.org/landlinkcoldstream2024
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/feb-24-2024-coldstream-bc-land-linking-workshop/
LOCATION:Coldstream Community Hall\, 9909 Kalamalka Rd\, Coldstream\, BC\, V1B 1L5\, Canada
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240224
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240226
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UID:8626-1708732800-1708905599@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:NFU Convergence to Sow the Seeds of Farmland Protection
DESCRIPTION:We’re inviting farmers and supporters from across BC to come together for a weekend of connecting\, learning\, sharing\, and building power together to protect BC’s limited viable farmland. Rising prices\, development\, investor influence\, and more are making it increasingly difficult for young farmers to get started. We envision a food system where farming is a viable career option\, land ownership is deconcentrated\, farmland is valued for growing food rather than being treated like an investment opportunity\, and where Indigenous nations have control over their traditional foodlands. \nAt this Convergence\, led by the National Farmers Union and organized in partnership with the Sierra Club BC\, we’ll bring together farmers\, activists\, and experts to discuss the challenges and solutions for making farmland accessible and sustainable for farmers. \nWe are beyond grateful to our sponsors\, Burdock and Co and the National Farmers Foundation\, for making this event possible. \nThere will be two $50 valued door prizes from Lee Valley Tools. \nThe weekend events will take place at the Fraser Common Farm Cooperative (Glorious Organics)\, an award winning cooperatively owned and operated farming collective which is on the unceded traditional and ancestral lands of the Kwantlen First Nation. \nThe schedule includes: \n\nMorning coffee and a fun activity to kick the day off at 12PM on Saturday\, and 9AM on Sunday\nEach day will include a workshop\, a guest speaker\, and a film screening from the Depth of Field project\nGuest speakers include Heather Pritchard of the Foodlands Cooperative of BC\, Julia Smith of the Small Scale Meat Producers Association\, and Tom Harrison of the Saskatchewan Treaty Landsharing Network\nWe will strategize and develop a campaign for farmland protection\nMorning coffe/snacks\, lunch and dinner are provided both days\, with options to bring potluck dishes\nOptions for fun activities on Saturday evening\n\nYou are responsible for your own evening accomodations\, and for getting yourself to and from the event. We will also try to arrange couch surfing and carpooling options where possible. \nIf you require financial assistance to attend\, please reach out and we’ll do our best to help. \nIf you want to support other farmers by subsidizing their travel costs to attend the event\, you make a charitable donate at https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/national-farmers-foundation/ \n(* Please choose “BC Farmland Retreat Fund” from the drop down menu) \nMark your calendar and be part of this impactful event\, where we’ll sow the seeds of farmland protection and cultivate a brighter future for generations to come.
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/nfu-convergence-to-sow-the-seeds-of-farmland-protection/
LOCATION:Fraser Common Farm Co-op\, 1374 256 Street\, Langley Township\, BC\, V4W 2J4\, Canada
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240223
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240225
DTSTAMP:20260530T100427
CREATED:20240218T000614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240220T174635Z
UID:8641-1708646400-1708819199@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:Small-Scale Meat Producers "Meat Up" in Armstrong!
DESCRIPTION:Please join us at beautiful organic livestock operation Fresh Valley Farms in Armstrong Feb 23 & 34 for our first annual “Meat Up” event and AGM! The event is free (dinner and lunch tickets may be purchased) and all are welcome! \nCheck out a robotic pastured chicken house\, have a look at the latest in irrigation tech\, trial electric utility farm bikes\, take in an electric fencing demo\, and have a look at the newest mobile slaughter trailers coming to BC! Learn from speakers on the nuances of regenerative agriculture\, water policy and restrictions\, sustainability practices on ranchlands\, Environmental Farm Plans\, pastured poultry\, Farmgate slaughter licences\, and more. \nFind more details about the event at https://smallscalemeat.ca/2024-ssmpa-meat-up-armstrong-bc-feb-23-34/
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/small-scale-meat-producers-meat-up-in-armstrong/
LOCATION:Fresh Valley Farms\, 1476 Mountain View Road\, Armstrong\, BC\, British Columbia\, V0E 1B8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240221T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240221T203000
DTSTAMP:20260530T100427
CREATED:20240115T180459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240115T212003Z
UID:8531-1708542000-1708547400@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:FEB 21\, 2024: ONLINE – HOW TO MARKET A NEW FARM WITH KENDALL BALLANTINE
DESCRIPTION:Join Kendall Ballantine\, the founder of Marketing for Farmers and Central Park Farms to learn about how to market your new farm business. \nWhat’s the best marketing channel for your farm? Weekly CSA boxes\, farmers’ markets\, online sales\, events or all of the above and more? Join this webinar to learn about the marketing channels available to entrant (and seasoned) farmers. You will learn about the pros and cons of each marketing channel\, and develop the skills to identify which marketing channel(s) will best meet the needs of your farm and your customer base. We will share tips\, tricks and strategies for marketing your farm and its products through startup and beyond. \nThis webinar is geared towards farmers who are in the planning stages or first few seasons of starting their farm business. Bring your questions! \nDate: Wednesday\, February 21\, 2024  |  7-8:30 PM PST \nLocation: Online on 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! \nREGISTER HERE!
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/feb-21-2024-online-how-to-market-a-new-farm-with-kendall-ballantine/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240216
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240218
DTSTAMP:20260530T100427
CREATED:20231129T175730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231129T175730Z
UID:8442-1708041600-1708214399@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:Southern Interior Horticultural Show
DESCRIPTION:The Southern Interior Horticultural Show is a new B.C. Ministry of Agriculture and Food delivered project in partnership with the tree fruit and grape industries to provide producers the opportunity to get the latest information on research\, innovation\, and farming practices from some of the industry’s most knowledgeable experts. \nHeld in conjunction with a horticultural tradeshow\, the two-day conference focuses on the apple\, cherry\, and grape sectors in B.C.\, featuring sessions on soil health\, water management\, cutting-edge production information\, pest management\, climate adaptation\, and innovative growing systems and new technology. \nThe Southern Interior Horticultural Show is being delivered in partnership with the B.C. Cherry Association\, B.C. Fruit Growers’ Association\, B.C. Grapegrowers’ Association\, B.C. Wine Grape Council\, Sustainable Wine Growing B.C.\, Wine Growers B.C.\, Okanagan-Kootenay Sterile Insect Release Program\, New Variety Development Council\, Okanagan Horticulture Advisors Group\, and Summerland Variety Corp. Funding for the conference is provided in part by the governments of Canada and British Columbia through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership\, a federal-provincial-territorial initiative. \nPresentations will be recorded and available to registered attendees following the conference. \nLearn more and register here.
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/southern-interior-horticultural-show/
LOCATION:Penticton Trade and Convention Centre\, 273 Power St\, Penticton\, British Columbia\, V2A 7K9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240207T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240207T203000
DTSTAMP:20260530T100427
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240115T212331Z
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SUMMARY:FEB 7\, 2024: ONLINE – LAND LEASING 101
DESCRIPTION:Join Darcy Smith\, YA’s B.C. Land Matching Program Manager\, to learn about the nuts and bolts of land access in B.C. \nGot Land? Want Land? This webinar will walk you through the A to Z of finding land or a farmer and developing a land sharing relationship. \nLearn about leasing in B.C.\, legal considerations\, and how to build and maintain mutually beneficial land agreements. Each step of the way\, you will get a taste of the services available to farmers and farmland holders through the B.C. Land Matching Program (BCLMP). \nThis webinar will focus on what it takes to build land sharing relationships with trust\, clarity\, and confidence – we will help you learn what questions to ask of yourselves and each other. Stick around to the end of the webinar to hear case stories of alternative land transitions that we hope will inspire farmers and landholders alike to envision what is possible! \nThis webinar is applicable to farmers of all production types and sizes looking to start or grow their farm business on leased land\, and all farmland holders who are interested in making their land available for agriculture. Bring your questions! \nDate: Wednesday\, February 7\, 2024  |  7-8:30 PM PST \nLocation: Online on 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! \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/feb-7-2024-online-land-leasing-101/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240204
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SUMMARY:Islands Agriculture Show
DESCRIPTION:The Islands Agriculture Show is a two-day conference and trade show for horticultural and livestock producers of all sizes on Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands. Held in conjunction with an agricultural trade show\, the conference features sessions on crop production\, livestock production\, business planning\, water management\, and climate adaptation. \nThe Islands Agriculture Show is delivered in partnership between the B.C. Ministry of Agriculture and Food together with the Islands Agriculture Show Society. Funding for the conference sessions is provided in part by the governments of Canada and British Columbia through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership\, a federal-provincial-territorial initiative. \nThe 2024 conference will include sessions on the following topics: \n\nOn-farm Meat Processing and Regulations\nEnterprise Budgeting & Economic Tracking\nNitrogen and Phosphorus Management on Vancouver Island\nScaling Up Poultry Production\nBuilding Healthy Soils\nIrrigation System Monitoring & Maintenance\nHedgerow Design for Pollinators and Pest Control\n\nPresentations will be recorded and available to registered attendees following the conference. \nLearn more and register here.
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/islands-agriculture-show-2/
LOCATION:Cowichan Exhibition Park\, 7380 Trans-Canada Hwy\, Duncan\, BC\, British Columbia\, V9L 6B1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240131T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240131T200000
DTSTAMP:20260530T100427
CREATED:20240102T193208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240102T202458Z
UID:8486-1706724000-1706731200@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:Indigenous Food Sovereignty Panel - Land Back & Land Access
DESCRIPTION:Join Leslie Anne St. Armour of RAVEN\, Natasha Anderson of Minwaadizi Farm\, and Julian Napoleon of Amisk Farm for a panel discussion on land back and Indigenous food sovereignty. \nIn so-called British Columbia\, 95% is “crown land”\, and most is unceded; a small amount has been treatied back to Nations through the court system. What does unceded and land back mean? This panel will explore these questions and share ways that Indigenous farmers are accessing and stewarding land towards Indigenous Food Sovereignty (IFS) under the colonial government’s complex system of land title. Listeners will come away with ways to deepen relationships with the land and support the land back movement. We hope you can join for a rich and engaging conversation.\n \nDATE: Wednesday\, January 31\, 2024  |  6-8 PM PST \nLOCATION: Online on Indigenous territories. Join us from the comfort of your couch\, office\, tractor\, compost heap – wherever you find yourself able to tune in. \nREGISTER: https://youngagrarians.org/ifs-land-back
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/indigenous-food-sovereignty-panel-land-back-land-access/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240125
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240128
DTSTAMP:20260530T100427
CREATED:20231029T213912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231029T213954Z
UID:8356-1706140800-1706399999@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. \nLearn more at: agricultureshow.net
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/pacific-agriculture-show-2024/
LOCATION:Tradex Exhibition Centre
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240125
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240128
DTSTAMP:20260530T100427
CREATED:20231129T174637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231129T174803Z
UID:8434-1706140800-1706399999@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:Lower Mainland Horticultural Conference
DESCRIPTION:Formerly called the Growers’ Short Course\, the Lower Mainland Horticultural Conference is a three-day conference held in conjunction with the Pacific Agriculture Show in Abbotsford that provides producers the opportunity to get the latest information on research\, farming practices and market opportunities from some of the industry’s most knowledgeable experts. \nThe conference includes sessions on production practices\, pest management\, water management\, climate adaptation\, and market insights from some of the industry’s most knowledgeable experts. Topics focus on the blueberry\, raspberry\, strawberry\, potato\, field vegetable\, greenhouse vegetable\, floriculture\, hops\, hazelnut\, and organic sectors in the Lower Mainland. \nThe Lower Mainland Horticultural Conference is delivered by the B.C. Ministry of Agriculture and Food in partnership with the Lower Mainland Horticultural Improvement Association and the Pacific Agriculture Show. Funding for the conference is provided in part by the governments of Canada and British Columbia through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership\, a federal-provincial-territorial initiative. \nThe conference is returning to an in-person format this year. There will not be the option to attend the conference virtually. In order to receive pesticide re-certification credits\, you must attend in person. Presentations will be recorded and available to registered attendees following the conference. \nLearn more and register here.
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/lower-mainland-horticultural-conference/
LOCATION:Tradex Exhibition Centre
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240116T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240116T180000
DTSTAMP:20260530T100427
CREATED:20231222T223919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240102T203835Z
UID:8482-1705424400-1705428000@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:Meet the Host Farmers
DESCRIPTION:Join Young Agrarians for a webinar to learn about the Young Agrarians Apprenticeship Program. Meet some of the amazing host farm mentors\, ask questions about their farm\, learn more about the kinds of apprenticeships they offer\, and what a typical day/week is like for their apprentices. Bring your questions! \n\nDate: Tuesday\, January 16\, 2024 \n\nTime: 5 pm PST (BC) / 6 pm MST (AB) / 7 pm CST (SK & MB) \nRegister here: https://youngagrarians.org/meet-the-host-farmers/
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/meet-the-host-farmers-2/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240115T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240115T113000
DTSTAMP:20260530T100427
CREATED:20231219T182333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231219T182333Z
UID:8474-1705312800-1705318200@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:Innovative Weed Management: Tackling Thistle and Bindweed in Agriculture
DESCRIPTION:On Monday\, January 15th\, join Organic BC for a free virtual workshop on the effective management of thistle and bindweed in multiple agricultural settings. \nTailored for farmers engaged in grain\, cattle and vegetable production\, this online event features research trials and on-farm results from academics and producers—all with an emphasis on successful management techniques for these noxious weeds. There’ll also be time for Q&A with the presenters and opportunities for participants to share on-the-ground successes and challenges with each other. \nSpace is limited! Save your spot here.
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/innovative-weed-management-tackling-thistle-and-bindweed-in-agriculture/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240112
DTSTAMP:20260530T100427
CREATED:20231218T190410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240129T181019Z
UID:8471-1704931200-1705017599@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:Business Bootcamp for New Farmers
DESCRIPTION:Do you need a business plan for your farm but do not know where to start? \nCheck out the Business Bootcamp for new farmers! Join an incredible community of new and aspiring farmers as we work through creating the elements of a business plan that is fit for the farm of your dreams. \nWe’ll cover financial planning\, marketing\, risk management\, and so much more. \nThis eleven-week program starts January 11\, 2024. Spots are limited\, so make sure to sign up soon! \nLearn and register here: https://youngagrarians.org/courses/business-bootcamp-for-new-farmers/
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/business-bootcamp-for-new-farmers/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240110T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240529T170000
DTSTAMP:20260530T100427
CREATED:20240104T172410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240104T173119Z
UID:8513-1704906000-1717002000@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:Demeter Canada Zoom Study Group
DESCRIPTION:To celebrate the Centennial of Rudolf Steiner’s Agriculture Course\, Demeter Canada will host a Zoom Study Group every Wednesday evening at 5pm Pacific\, 8pm Eastern\, and 9pm Atlantic Time\, beginning January 10th\, 2024. Please tune in and invite your friends! \nWe will be using the Creeger/Gardner translation of the book of lectures “Agriculture” by Rudolf Steiner or its online version https://rsarchive.org/Lectures/GA327/English/RSPC1938/19240607p02.html \nModerator Allan Kuhn\, Camphill biodynamic farmer in Ontario \nContact: Larisa Knutsen of Demeter Canada at LarisaKnutsen90@gmail.com \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/87235836167?pwd=VkRUbGxjbXBNYm1JdkVZYjUrTXBGZz09 \n“And when the seed that was brought to the ultimate degree of complexity has disintegrated into dust and forms a miniature chaos\, then the whole surrounding universe begins to work on the seed\, to leave its imprint and to build up whatever can be built up by the means of the influences coming from all sides of the universe.” \n~from Rudolf Steiner’s Agriculture Lectures\n \nFurther sessions: \nJan 17\, 2024 05:00 PM PST\nJan 24\, 2024 05:00 PM PST\nJan 31\, 2024 05:00 PM PST\nFeb 7\, 2024 05:00 PM PST\nFeb 14\, 2024 05:00 PM PST\nFeb 21\, 2024 05:00 PM PST\nFeb 28\, 2024 05:00 PM PST\nMar 6\, 2024 05:00 PM PST\nMar 13\, 2024 05:00 PM PST\nMar 20\, 2024 05:00 PM PST\nMar 27\, 2024 05:00 PM PST\nApr 3\, 2024 05:00 PM PST\nApr 10\, 2024 05:00 PM PST\nApr 17\, 2024 05:00 PM PST\nApr 24\, 2024 05:00 PM PST\nMay 1\, 2024 05:00 PM PST\nMay 8\, 2024 05:00 PM PST\nMay 15\, 2024 05:00 PM PST\nMay 22\, 2024 05:00 PM PST\nMay 29\, 2024 05:00 PM PST \n  \nAdditional Zoom details:\nMeeting ID: 872 3583 6167\nPasscode: 693417 \n Every Wednesday starting January 10\, 2024 05:00 PM PST \nPlease download and import the following iCalendar (.ics) files to your calendar system.\nWeekly: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/tZMvdOygrT0rHNOgilfBM5fpft3xUs_XZy2K/ics?icsToken=98tyKuGvrDgvEteTsR-ARpwEAIjCZ_zztiFcgo1ymxbpBQJ-NwXmMPYRKodsL-Dq \n—\nOne tap mobile\n+13863475053\,\,87235836167#\,\,\,\,*693417# US\n+15074734847\,\,87235836167#\,\,\,\,*693417# US\n—\nDial by your location\n• +1 386 347 5053 US\n• +1 507 473 4847 US\n• +1 564 217 2000 US\n• +1 646 558 8656 US (New York)\n• +1 646 931 3860 US\n• +1 669 444 9171 US\n• +1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)\n• +1 689 278 1000 US\n• +1 719 359 4580 US\n• +1 253 205 0468 US\n• +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)\n• +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)\n• +1 305 224 1968 US\n• +1 309 205 3325 US\n• +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)\n• +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)\n• +1 360 209 5623 US \nMeeting ID: 872 3583 6167    /     Passcode: 693417 \nFind your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kNTgDeX1m \n 
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/demeter-canada-zoom-study-group/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231216T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231216T100000
DTSTAMP:20260530T100427
CREATED:20231129T182735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231129T192733Z
UID:8445-1702717200-1702720800@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:Meet the Host Farmers
DESCRIPTION:Would you like to spend a season living and working on a farm? Come learn with Young Agrarians! \nTheir network of exceptional host farms offer paid hands-on apprenticeships in regenerative farming. \nJoin them for a webinar (or two) to learn about their Apprenticeship Program. Meet some of the amazing host farm mentors\, ask questions about their farm\, learn more about the kinds of apprenticeships they offer\, and what a typical day/week is like for their apprentices. Bring your questions! \nWHEN: December 16\, 2023 and January 16\, 2024. \nRegister for one or both sessions here: https://youngagrarians.org/meet-the-host-farmers \nApplications for the Apprenticeship Program open December 8. \nLearn more about the program here: https://youngagrarians.org/apprenticeship-program
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/meet-the-host-farmers/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231207T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231207T193000
DTSTAMP:20260530T100427
CREATED:20231129T184334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231129T184440Z
UID:8447-1701970200-1701977400@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:Rotational Grazing and Cover Crop Integration Virtual Q&A
DESCRIPTION:A collaborative event between Small-Scale Meat Producers Association and FarmFolk CityFolk. This event consists of intensive rotational grazing techniques and cover cropping. \nJoin us for an evening about integrated beneficial management practices you can use on your farm. Cover cropping and rotational grazing can help to build soil\, sequester carbon\, improve pastures and animal health\, increase crop yields and create a diversified ecosystem where plants and animals can thrive. \nCover cropping is a sustainable agricultural practice that involves planting crops specifically to improve soil health\, increase climate adaptability and promote climate mitigation. Cover crops are grown primarily for the benefits they provide to the soil and the ecosystem and\, when carefully chosen and managed\, can be hugely beneficial to farmers. Benefits include protecting the soil from erosion\, suppressing weeds\, reducing soil compaction\, increasing soil organic matter\, improving soil structure\, increasing soil water-holding capacity\, and enhancing nutrient cycling. In addition\, cover crops can provide a habitat for beneficial insects\, such as pollinators and predators of pests. \nRotational grazing is a set of techniques used to control the time aspect of grazing that typically leads to overgrazing in a continuous grazing system. Livestock are moved into a defined area\, typically called a paddock\, where they have access to graze the plants in that area. They are then rotated to a new paddock while grazed plants have a chance to recover. The livestock are not moved back to that paddock again until the plants there have fully recovered. \nWe invite farmers to join us online\, watch a virtual tour of Fresh Valley Farm and participate in a Q&A with our farm host\, Steve Meggait\, and Executive Director of the Small-Scale Meat Producers Association\, Julia Smith. Julia and Steve are grazing mentors with the Farmers for Climate Solutions and Canadian Forage and Grasslands Association Advanced Grazing Systems mentorship program. \nRegister for free here.
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/rotational-grazing-and-cover-crop-integration-virtual-qa/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231128T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231128T203000
DTSTAMP:20260530T100427
CREATED:20231103T173557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231103T173557Z
UID:8380-1701198000-1701203400@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:Better Together: Cooperative Solutions for Farmers
DESCRIPTION:Join Emi Do\, YA’s Co-op Coordinator\, for a hands-on look at how collaboration fits into your farm \nAre you feeling intimidated about the prospect of tackling your farming enterprise on your own? This session is a great place to get your collaborative juices flowing. Explore the myths\, challenges\, and opportunities of the cooperative model. Hear from farmers that are actively in co-ops about how they’re using collaboration to tackle the barriers to farming in our current food landscape – and make their farms\, lives\, and communities work. \nDate: Tuesday\, November 28\, 2023 | 7-8:30 PM PST \nLocation: Online on 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! \nREGISTER: Please RSVP on Eventbrite here.
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/better-together-cooperative-solutions-for-farmers/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231126T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231126T170000
DTSTAMP:20260530T100427
CREATED:20231023T213009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T215443Z
UID:8325-1701003600-1701018000@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:NOV 26\, 2023: LANGLEY\, BC – LAND LINKING WORKSHOP
DESCRIPTION:GOT LAND? WANT LAND? Are you a landholder looking for farmers? Are you a farmer looking for land? We want you! \nJoin us for a workshop on the nuts and bolts of land access. Young Agrarians Land Linking Workshops bring together landholders and farmers seeking land to network\, explore possible land matches\, and learn how to navigate land sharing and lease agreements. \nOur B.C. Land Matching Program Manager Darcy Smith\, Program Coordinator Kat Roger\, and new Metro Vancouver Land Matcher will be there to talk about how land matching supports land seekers and landholders\, and share key questions to ask\, legal considerations\, and building and maintaining stable land agreements that are mutually beneficial. \nDate: Sunday\, November 26\, 2023  |  1-5pm\nLocation:Kwantlen\, Katzie\, Matsqui & Semiahmoo Territories. Langley Twp\, BC\nLearn more and register here: youngagrarians.org/landlinklangley2023
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/nov-26-2023-langley-bc-land-linking-workshop/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231121T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231121T203000
DTSTAMP:20260530T100427
CREATED:20231103T173915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231103T173915Z
UID:8383-1700593200-1700598600@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:Business Planning for Your Future Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join Young Agrarian’s Melanie Buffel for a hands-on look at exercising your business planning muscles. \nAre you thinking about starting a farm business or actively looking for land\, but planning for your farm feels impossible with that big missing piece – the land? This session is a great starting point for planning how you’ll bring your farm to life\, as well as figuring out just what land will be right for your business! \nDate: Tuesday\, November 21\, 2023  |  7-8:30 PM PST \nLocation: Online on 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! \nRegister: Please RSVP on Eventbrite here.
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/business-planning-for-your-future-farm/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231118T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231118T170000
DTSTAMP:20260530T100427
CREATED:20231023T212634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231027T195946Z
UID:8323-1700312400-1700326800@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:NOV 18\, 2023: COWICHAN\, BC – LAND LINKING WORKSHOP
DESCRIPTION:GOT LAND? WANT LAND? Are you a landholder looking for farmers? Are you a farmer looking for land? We want you! \nJoin us for a workshop on the nuts and bolts of land access. Young Agrarians Land Linking Workshops bring together landholders and farmers seeking land to network\, explore possible land matches\, and learn how to navigate land sharing and lease agreements. \nOur B.C. Land Matching Program Manager Darcy Smith and our Vancouver Island & Gulf Islands Land Matcher\, Kiyomi Ito will be there to talk about how land matching supports land seekers and landholders\, and share key questions to ask\, legal considerations\, and building and maintaining stable land agreements that are mutually beneficial. \nDate: Saturday\, November 18\, 2023  |  1-5pm\nLocation: Quw’utsun Territories. Duncan\, BC.\nLearn more and register here: https://youngagrarians.org/landlinkcowichan2023
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/nov-18-2023-cowichan-bc-land-linking-workshop/
LOCATION:The Hub at Cowichan Station\, 2375 Koksilah Rd\, Duncan\, BC\, V9L 6M5\, Canada
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231107
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231110
DTSTAMP:20260530T100427
CREATED:20230105T195708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230908T221106Z
UID:7139-1699315200-1699574399@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:2023 BC Organic Conference
DESCRIPTION:Early-bird registration is now open for the 2023 BC Organic Conference! Join us in Penticton from November 7 – 9 to reconnect\, exchange ideas and learn from experts. \nAnd\, get ready to celebrate! It’s Organic BC’s 30th anniversary and we plan on making this conference the biggest and best yet! With a wide range of sessions\, off-site farm tours\, research facility tours\, a packed trade show\, and amazing organic meals\, this is an event you won’t want to miss. \nRegister now at: bcorganic2023.eventbrite.ca! \nFor full conference details\, including sessions and schedule\, visit: organicbc.org/conference \n  \nAbout the BC Organic Conference \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!
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/2023-bc-organic-conference/
LOCATION:Penticton Trade and Convention Centre\, 273 Power St\, Penticton\, British Columbia\, V2A 7K9\, Canada
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