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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/
LOCATION:206 Seventh St.\, Salmo\, BC\, V0G 1Z0\, Canada
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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
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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
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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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ORGANIZER:MAILTO:nyree@youngagrarians.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231128T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231128T203000
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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
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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/
LOCATION:206 Seventh St.\, Salmo\, BC\, V0G 1Z0\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231121T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231121T203000
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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
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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:20260530T114607
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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ORGANIZER:MAILTO:nyree@youngagrarians.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231103
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231105
DTSTAMP:20260530T114607
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230926T195502Z
UID:8259-1698969600-1699142399@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:2023 Organic Alberta Conference
DESCRIPTION:Curious about different ways to farm? Register for the Organic Alberta Conference on Nov. 3-4 in Sherwood Park\, the ultimate gathering for organic and regenerative agriculture enthusiasts! Explore sessions on soil health\, grain marketing\, climate resilience\, cover crops\, and collaborating to advance low-input and regenerative practices. Don’t miss this opportunity to grow your knowledge! \nTICKETS HERE: organicalberta.org/conference
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/2023-organic-alberta-conference/
LOCATION:Clarion Hotel and Conference Centre\, 2100 Premier Way\, Sherwood Park\, Alberta\, T8H 2G4\, Canada
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231028
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231030
DTSTAMP:20260530T114607
CREATED:20231004T195652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231004T195814Z
UID:8281-1698451200-1698623999@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:OCT 28-29\, 2023: CAWSTON\, BC – WORK PARTY AT THE LOWER SIMILKAMEEN COMMUNITY FOOD HUB\, FARM AND GARDEN
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to a work party at the Lower Similkameen Community Food Hub\, Farm and Garden! Come out to lend a hand with fall 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 building shelves\, digging\, planting garlic\, canning\, cooking\, and more. We can’t wait to gather with you and celebrate the season together! \nJoin for the whole weekend or as much as you’re able. \n\nDate: October 28-29\, 2023\, weather-dependent. Join for the whole weekend or as much as you’re able. \nLocation: syilx Territory. Cawston\, BC \nLearn more and register here: https://youngagrarians.org/lower-similkameen-work-party
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/lsib-work-party/
LOCATION:206 Seventh St.\, Salmo\, BC\, V0G 1Z0\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231026T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231026T091500
DTSTAMP:20260530T114607
CREATED:20230925T165700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230925T172816Z
UID:8223-1698307200-1698311700@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:Grain Storage & Aeration Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Harvest is a great time to brush up on best practices and research on grain storage and aeration\, to ensure your valuable crops are safe in the bins. \nWe’ll hear from Dr. Ron Palmer (bio and photo coming soon!) about his research and recommended strategies for using aeration fans to dry and condition grain. \nTickets: $20.00 +GST & Eventbrite fee \nClick Here to Register\n*No refunds. All registrants will receive a link to the recording in the event you can’t attend the live webinar. \n*While we do our best to bring you the program as advertised\, it is subject to change.
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/grain-storage-aeration-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231022T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231022T170000
DTSTAMP:20260530T114607
CREATED:20230919T202302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230921T173625Z
UID:8198-1697979600-1697994000@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:OCT 22\, 2023: NELSON\, 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 Columbia Basin Land Matcher\, Nyree Marsh 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\, October 22\, 2023  |  1-5pm\nLocation: Traditional Sinixt\, Ktunaxa & Syilx Territories. Nelson\, BC\nLearn more and register here: https://youngagrarians.org/landlinknelson2023
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/oct-22-2023-nelson-bc-land-linking-workshop/
LOCATION:206 Seventh St.\, Salmo\, BC\, V0G 1Z0\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231021T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231021T170000
DTSTAMP:20260530T114607
CREATED:20230918T174632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230921T173420Z
UID:8196-1697893200-1697907600@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:OCT 21\, 2023: ARMSTRONG\, 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\, October 21\, 2023  |  1-5pm\nLocation: Traditional Syilx and Secwépemc Territories.  Odd Fellows Hall\, 3005 Wood Ave\, Armstrong\, BC\nRegister: Please RSVP here – https://youngagrarians.org/landlinkarmstrong2023
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/oct-21-2023-armstrong-bc-land-linking-workshop/
LOCATION:206 Seventh St.\, Salmo\, BC\, V0G 1Z0\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230920T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230920T143000
DTSTAMP:20260530T114607
CREATED:20230830T203231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230830T203303Z
UID:8162-1695205800-1695220200@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:Weed Management Field Day @ KPU Farm
DESCRIPTION:On Wednesday\, Sept 20th\, join Organic BC at KPU Farm in Richmond for a look at different\, innovative weeding tools and techniques\, including weed steamers and cultivators. We’ll explore different sets of tools aimed at keeping weeds at bay in an efficient\, labour-saving manner\, with intros and demos of: \n\nSW900 Steam Unit along with the different applicator heads available for different weeding goals and crops\nTilmor powered walk-behind cultivators and attachment tools\nNew Tilmor steerable\, tractor-mounted cultivator\n\nThere will also be time for Q&A after each demo with reps from Steam n’ Weeds and Thiessen Tillage Equipment\, a light lunch & refreshments\, and an optional tour of the research and work happening at KPU Farm! \nThis event is free but registration is required. Save your spot here.
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/weed-management-field-day-kpu-farm/
LOCATION:KPU Farm\, 5500 Garden City Road\, Richmond\, BC\, V6X 2G9\, Canada
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230918
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230925
DTSTAMP:20260530T114607
CREATED:20230425T185004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230425T185934Z
UID:7542-1694995200-1695599999@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:Organic Week 2023
DESCRIPTION:Save the date! \nCanada’s National Organic Week is the largest annual celebration of organic food\, farming and products across the country. Hundreds of individual events showcase the benefits of organic agriculture and its positive impact on the environment.
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/organic-week-2023/
LOCATION:206 Seventh St.\, Salmo\, BC\, V0G 1Z0\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="Canadian Organic Growers & Canada Organic Trade Association":MAILTO:info@organicweek.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230917T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230917T170000
DTSTAMP:20260530T114607
CREATED:20230901T194625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230905T190815Z
UID:8173-1694955600-1694970000@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:SEP 17\, 2023: SALT SPRING ISLAND\, 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! \nCo-hosted with the Salt Spring Island Farmland Trust \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 Vancouver Island Land Matcher\, Kiyomi Ito will be there to talk about how the B.C. Land Matching Program supports land seekers and landholders\, and share key questions to ask\, legal considerations\, and building and maintaining stable land agreements that are mutually beneficial. Members of the Farmland Trust will be there to talk about the land access context on Salt Spring Island. \nDate: Sunday\, September 17\, 2023\nTime: Land Linking Workshop 1-3pm  |  Food Share Potluck 3-5pm\nLearn more and register here: https://youngagrarians.org/saltspring-land-link/
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/sep-17-2023-salt-spring-island-bc-land-linking-workshop/
LOCATION:206 Seventh St.\, Salmo\, BC\, V0G 1Z0\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230913T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230913T150000
DTSTAMP:20260530T114607
CREATED:20230829T015748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230829T015839Z
UID:8157-1694610000-1694617200@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:Multi-Species Summer Cover Cropping and Grassland Set-Asides
DESCRIPTION:Agricultural producers in BC are invited to attend a ‘Multi-Species Summer Cover Cropping and Grassland Set-Asides’ field day in Duncan on September 13\, 2023\, from 1 – 3 pm. This field day will be hosted at Green Fire Farm with attendance from local agrologists and other industry professionals to speak about cover cropping and projects on Vancouver Island. \nTo learn more and to register for this free event\, click here. \nThis event is coordinated by FarmFolk CityFolk with support from the BC Climate Agri-Solutions Fund delivered by the Investment Agriculture Foundation.
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/multi-species-summer-cover-cropping/
LOCATION:Green Fire Farm\, 3793 Gibbins Road\, Duncan\, BC\, V9L 6E8\, Canada
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://organicbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Multi-Species-Summer-Cover-Cropping.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230910T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230910T190000
DTSTAMP:20260530T114607
CREATED:20230818T164611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230822T172640Z
UID:8125-1694358000-1694372400@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:SEP 10\, 2023: COURTENAY\, BC – FARM TOUR AT AMARA FARM
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to a Farm Tour at Amara Farm in Courtenay\, 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 are up to – join us for the event. Come out to connect with other farmers and food lovers\, share a meal\, and tour this powerhouse farm! \nWe’ll enjoy a farm tour from farmer-landholders Arzeena and Neil at Amara Farm\, as well as a tour and introduction from leasing farmer Natasha who runs Minwaadizi Farm. Natasha and Arzeena were matched in 2022 through the B.C. Land Matching Program (BCLMP). We will hear about their farm start-up processes\, ongoing collaborations\, and the steps to building a successful land sharing relationship. As we tour Amara farm and learn about Arzeena and Neil’s veggies\, fruits\, and nuts\, Arzeena will share her experiences and expertise with growing crops without irrigation and/or putting in dugouts. She and Natasha will also offer perspectives on the marketing cooperative they founded this year with two other farmers. Young Agrarians’ Co-op Coordinator\, Emi Do\, will also be at the event to chat with anyone who wants to learn more about co-ops. The day will wrap up with a shared potluck meal and informal time to socialize. \nFarm tours connect farmers and farmland holders\, and set them up to receive ongoing support through the B.C. Land Matching Program. Your regional Land Matcher will share information about how they can help you find a farmer for your land – or farmland where you can build your dream farm business. 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. \nDATE: Sunday\, September 10\, 2023 • 3pm-7pm \nLearn more and register here: https://youngagrarians.org/sep-10-2023-courtenay-bc-farm-tour-at-amara-farm/ \nWe can’t wait to see you there!
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/sep-10-2023-courtenay-bc-farm-tour-at-amara-farm/
LOCATION:206 Seventh St.\, Salmo\, BC\, V0G 1Z0\, Canada
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://organicbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/BCLMP-Farm-Tour-Amara-Farm-VI.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230910T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230910T180000
DTSTAMP:20260530T114607
CREATED:20230808T212911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230901T154708Z
UID:8043-1694358000-1694368800@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:Cover Crop Field Day at West Enderby Farm
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to a cover crop field day at West Enderby Farm! Come out to connect with other farmers and food lovers and dive deep into cover cropping. An optional potluck will follow the tour. \n\nDiscover the fundamentals of cover cropping and how it can benefit your soil\, add nitrogen and build resilience on your farm. Farmers Paddy and Elaine have been farming their 40 acre site since 2011. They previously grew commercial quantities of organic carrots and cauliflower\, and are now leasing some fields and putting others into cover crops. We will learn about innovations\, challenges and successes with cover cropping\, and how they can help cut back on your use of fertilizers\, soil amendments and sprays\, and add biodiversity to your farm. \n\nDATE: Sunday\, September 10\, 2023 • 3-6pm PST\n\n\n \n\n\nLearn more and register here: https://youngagrarians.org/cover-crop-west-enderby-farm/
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/cover-crop-field-day-at-west-enderby-farm/
LOCATION:206 Seventh St.\, Salmo\, BC\, V0G 1Z0\, Canada
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://organicbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/West-Enderby-Farm-Event.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230910T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230910T160000
DTSTAMP:20260530T114607
CREATED:20230818T165128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230822T165657Z
UID:8127-1694350800-1694361600@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:SEP 10\, 2023: QUESNEL\, BC – SOIL FOREVER AT AUSTRALIAN RANCH LTD
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to a soil field day at Australian Ranch Ltd! Come out to connect with other farmers and food lovers and dive deep into soil health and nutrient management with agrologist Deepak Chugh. We will tour the farm and discover the fundamentals of soil health and how to manage nutrient cycling on your farm. We will learn about the 4R’s\, soil biome\, nitrogen management agronomy\, and how to mitigate future economical/production challenges with better informed decisions. Snacks and refreshments will follow the tour\, as well as an opportunity to explore the corn maze!\n\nDATE: Sunday\, September 10\, 2023 • 1-4pm PST \nLearn more and register here: https://youngagrarians.org/sep-10-2023-quesnel-bc-soil-forever-at-australian-ranch-ltd/
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/sep-10-2023-quesnel-bc-soil-forever-at-australian-ranch-ltd/
LOCATION:206 Seventh St.\, Salmo\, BC\, V0G 1Z0\, Canada
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://organicbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Quesnel-FaRM-Event.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230820T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230820T130000
DTSTAMP:20260530T114607
CREATED:20230707T221748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230716T233539Z
UID:7924-1692525600-1692536400@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:Cover Crop Field Day & Potluck at Kettle River Farm
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to a cover crop field day and potluck at Kettle River Farm! Come out to connect with other farmers and food lovers\, share a meal\, and dive deep into cover cropping.\n\n\n \n\n\nDiscover the fundamentals of cover cropping and how it can benefit your soil\, add nitrogen and build resilience on your farm. Farmers Owen and Nancy have been farming in Grand Forks for 23 years\, growing a variety of fruits and vegetables. We will learn about innovations\, challenges and successes with cover cropping\, and how they can help cut back on your use of fertilizers\, soil amendments and sprays\, and add biodiversity to your farm.\n\n\n \n\n\nDATE: Sunday\, August 20\, 2023 • 10am-1pm PST\n\n\n \n\n\nLearn more and register here: https://youngagrarians.org/aug-20-2023-grand-forks-bc-cover-crop-field-day-potluck-at-kettle-river-farm
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/cover-crop-field-day-potluck-at-kettle-river-farm/
LOCATION:206 Seventh St.\, Salmo\, BC\, V0G 1Z0\, Canada
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://organicbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/KETTLE-RIVER-FARM-EVENT.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230819T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230819T200000
DTSTAMP:20260530T114607
CREATED:20230728T161843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230808T182808Z
UID:8018-1692464400-1692475200@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:Farm Tour at Big Bend Urban Farm in Burnaby\, B.C.
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to a Farm Tour at Big Bend Urban Farm in Burnaby\, 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 are up to – join us for the event. Come out to connect with other farmers and food lovers\, share a meal\, and tour this beautiful farm! \nThis unique community farm hosts 8 different farm projects\, many of which were supported through the B.C. Land Matching Program (BCLMP). They produce everything from vegetables and flowers to seeds and bee products\, and these are marketed into many different sales channels. This event is a great opportunity to see what it looks like to have multiple farmers on one property and learn about the various ways collaboration is possible. We’ll enjoy a farm tour from Chris Thoreau\, a seed farmer and microgreens grower who holds the main lease\, as well as from other farmers on the land\, including Good Times Growers and Make Do Acres. The day will wrap up with a shared potluck meal and informal time to socialize. \nFai Hui\, the Metro Vancouver – Fraser Valley Land Matcher\, and Emi Do\, YA’s Co-op Coordinator\, will be there to chat all things land access and co-operatives. Farm tours connect farmers and farmland holders\, and set them up to receive ongoing support through the B.C. Land Matching Program. Fai will share information about how they can help you find a farmer for your land – or find farmland where you can build your dream farm business. 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. \nDATE: Saturday\, August 19\, 2023 • 5pm-8pm \nLearn more and register here: https://youngagrarians.org/aug-19-2023-burnaby-bc-farm-tour-at-big-bend-urban-farm \nWe can’t wait to see you there!
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/farm-tour-at-big-bend-urban-farm-in-burnaby-b-c/
LOCATION:206 Seventh St.\, Salmo\, BC\, V0G 1Z0\, Canada
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://organicbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/BCLMP-Farm-Tour-Big-Bend-M-Banner.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230818T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230818T170000
DTSTAMP:20260530T114607
CREATED:20230808T173134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230808T173134Z
UID:8022-1692347400-1692378000@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:Multi-Species Rotational Grazing Field Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun and informative day at Fresh Valley Farms in Armstrong learning about multi-species rotational grazing practices you can use on your farm. Beneficial management practices like cover crops and well-managed grazing can help to build soil\, sequester carbon\, improve pastures\, increase crop yields and create a diversified ecosystem where plants and animals can thrive. We will start with the basics so beginners are welcome but more experienced grazers who are interested in optimizing their systems and improving their management practices will also benefit from this program. \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. In this field day\, we will discuss the key tools that you need to ensure a successful rotational grazing program: \n\nContinuous movement\nPortable infrastructure\nBalance between grazing and rest\nCorrect stocking rate & stocking density\nAppropriate species/breed\n\nIn addition to classroom learning\, there will be hands on workshop stations and demonstrations on building\, maintaining and troubleshooting electric fence infrastructure including: \n\nPermanent high tensile fencing\nTying knots\nInstalling insulators\nGrounding\, energizers and troubleshooting\nPortable electric fences and rotational grazing infrastructure\n\nFarm tour including: \n\nMoving cattle & poultry in a rotational grazing system\nFencing for pigs\nManaging mineral & feed\nHousing infrastructure\nCover crops\n\nWe invite farmers to join us and hear from our speakers\, tour Fresh Valley Farms\, see a variety of integrated livestock systems and learn about their rotational grazing program. Farmers will be able to meet other farmers in the area and learn about different operations. This will be an opportunity to hear from industry specialists\, fellow farmers\, and the owner/operator of our host farm. \nRegister here: eventbrite.ca/e/multi-species-rotational-grazing-field-day-tickets-679573742357
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/multi-species-rotational-grazing-field-day/
LOCATION:Fresh Valley Farms\, 1476 Mountain View Road\, Armstrong\, BC\, British Columbia\, V0E 1B8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230813T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230813T190000
DTSTAMP:20260530T114607
CREATED:20230721T194543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T172410Z
UID:8009-1691935200-1691953200@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:Farm Tour at Lauriston Farm in Smithers\, B.C.
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to a Farm Tour at Lauriston Farm in Smithers\, 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 are up to – join us for the event. Come out to connect with other farmers and food lovers\, share a meal\, and tour this beautiful farm!  \nWe’ll enjoy a farm tour from leasing farmers David and Bethany\, as well as farmer-landholder Lesley\, who were matched through the B.C. Land Matching Program (BCLMP)\, and hear about their farm start-up process and the steps to building a successful land sharing relationship. The day will wrap up with a shared potluck meal and informal time to socialize.  \nFarm tours connect farmers and farmland holders\, and set them up to receive ongoing support through the B.C. Land Matching Program. Your regional Land Matcher will share information about how they can help you find a farmer for your land – or farmland where you can build your dream farm business. 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.  \nDATE: Sunday\, August 13\, 2023 • 2pm-7pm  \nGrab your spot here: youngagrarians.org/aug-13-2023-farm-tour-at-lauriston-farm-smithers-bc
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/farm-tour-at-lauriston-farm-in-smithers-b-c/
LOCATION:206 Seventh St.\, Salmo\, BC\, V0G 1Z0\, Canada
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://organicbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/BCLMP-Farm-Social-Lauriston.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230805T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230805T193000
DTSTAMP:20260530T114607
CREATED:20230716T232657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230716T232737Z
UID:7979-1691251200-1691263800@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:Mid Summer Social at Sea Bluff Farm – Metchosin\, BC
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to a Mid Summer Land Social at Sea Bluff Farm in Metchosin\, B.C.! Come out to connect with other farmers and food lovers\, meet your regional Land Matcher\, and share a delicious meal. \nCome ready to eat well and soak up the atmosphere. Robin and Sasha will focus on winter crops\, so you’ll get a chance to see their farm easing into the transition from summer to winter. They can’t wait to share all their tricks and tips for growing a large diversity of crops all winter long. Most of all\, they are thrilled to set their hoes down and have a chance to meet all the young (and old) agrarians. \nAs well\, the 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.
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/mid-summer-social-sea-bluff-farm/
LOCATION:Sea Bluff Farm\, 565 Wootton Rd\, Metchosin\, BC\, V9C 3Z4\, Canada
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://organicbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/BCLMP-Farm-Social-Sea-Bluff-Farm-BLOGFB-1-1536x804-1.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230709T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230709T170000
DTSTAMP:20260530T114607
CREATED:20230628T161719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230628T162111Z
UID:7854-1688893200-1688922000@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:Rotational Grazing Field Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun and informative day learning about multi-species rotational grazing practices you can use on your farm. Beneficial management practices like well-managed grazing can help to build soil\, sequester carbon\, improve pastures\, increase crop yields and create a diversified ecosystem where plants and animals can thrive. Beginners are welcome but this field day is geared towards more experienced grazers who are interested in optimizing their systems and improving their management practices. We will send out recommended reading/viewing material to all registrants prior to the event. \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. \nIn this field day\, we will discuss the key tools that you need to ensure a successful rotational grazing program: \n\nContinuous movement\nPortable infrastructure\nBalance between grazing and rest\nCorrect stocking rate & stocking density\nAppropriate species/breed\n\nIn addition to classroom learning\, there will be hands-on workshop stations and demonstrations on building\, maintaining and troubleshooting electric fence infrastructure including: \n\nPermanent high tensile fencing\nBuilding braces\nTying knots\nInstalling insulators\nGrounding\, energizers and troubleshooting\nPortable electric fences and rotational grazing infrastructure\n\nFarm tour including: \n\nMoving cattle & poultry in a rotational grazing system\nManaging mobile water\, mineral\, feed\nHousing infrastructure\n\nWe invite farmers to join us and hear from our speakers\, tour Spray Creek Ranch\, see a variety of integrated livestock systems and learn about their rotational grazing program. Farmers will be able to meet other farmers in the area and learn about different operations. This will be an opportunity to hear from industry specialists\, fellow farmers\, and the owner/operator of our host farm. Lunch will be provided.
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/rotational-grazing-field-day/
LOCATION:Spray Creek Ranch\, 15045 Texas Creek Rd\, Lillooet\, BC\, V0K 1V0\, Canada
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://organicbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Rotational-Grazing-Field-Day-July-9-2023.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230705T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230705T160000
DTSTAMP:20260530T114607
CREATED:20230616T023709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230616T023800Z
UID:7772-1688562000-1688572800@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:On-Farm Demonstration Research to Promote Cover Cropping in Blueberry Production
DESCRIPTION:A collaborative field day between BC Ministry of Agriculture and Food\, FarmFolk CityFolk and E.S. Cropconsult Ltd. FarmFolk CityFolk\, in partnership with the Investment Agriculture Foundation\, will highlight the BC Climate Agri-Solutions Fund and discuss the practice of cover cropping for blueberry production. The BC Ministry of Agriculture and Food and E.S.Cropconsult Ltd. will highlight their On-Farm Demonstration Research project that is evaluating different cover crop mixes for supporting biological pest control. \nWe invite farmers to join us and hear from guest speakers\, tour Virasat Ag. Inc\, see a variety of cover crops\, and learn about their cover cropping program. Farmers will be able to meet other farmers in the area and learn about different operations. This will be an opportunity to hear from industry specialists\, fellow farmers\, and the owner/operator of our host farm. \n  \nLearn about cover cropping:\nCover cropping is an 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 highly beneficial to producers. 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 that can support improved crop pollination and biological pest control. \n  \nLearn about different programs and research projects:\nThe On-Farm Demonstration Research (OFDR) project\, led by the BC Ministry of Agriculture and Food and E.S. Cropconsult Ltd\, provides support to producers to conduct farmer-led demonstration research to increase the adoption of regenerative practices and adapt to climate change. This field day will be a great opportunity to learn about OFDR and how you can do it on your farm! The host farm will speak to their experience setting up different cover crop mixes in blueberry alleyways to attract ground beetles for enhanced natural predation of pests. \nThe BC Living Lab\, supported through Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada’s Agricultural Climate Solutions (ACS) program. ACS supports the integration of scientific research and farming operations\, with the goal of increasing the adoption of effective practices and technologies that help farmers contribute to climate change mitigation and improve the natural environment. The BC Blueberry Council and the University of British Columbia will speak about what producer involvement may look like for the BC Living Lab in the next few years. \nDelta Farmland and Wildlife Trust (DFWT) helps farmers implement sustainable agricultural practices to improve productivity\, and maintain areas of wildlife habitat on their farms. DFWT offers two programs with cost-share incentives to help farmers plant habitats for native bees. Learn more about their research and their Hedgerow and Field Margins Programs. \nSnacks will be provided. \nClick here to register on Eventbrite.
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/on-farm-demonstration-research-to-promote-cover-cropping-in-blueberry-production/
LOCATION:Virasat Ag\, 3675 232nd Street\, Langley\, BC\, V2Z 2H4\, Canada
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://organicbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Cover-Cropping_Blueberry-Production.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230618T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230618T140000
DTSTAMP:20260530T114607
CREATED:20230519T201505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230525T194216Z
UID:7720-1687096800-1687096800@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:Farm Tour at Wild Flight Farm
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to a Farm Tour at Wild Flight Farm in Mara\, B.C. (just north of Enderby). If you’re curious about what land matching and sharing is all about\, and are interested in learning more about this renowned farm\, join us for the event!\n\n\n \n\n\nFarm tours 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.\n\n\n \n\n\nDuring this event\, we’ll tour the farm in small groups to allow for a deeper personal interaction with the current owners\, and lots of questions! There will also be a facilitated chat about transitioning farmland\, and how the B.C. Land Matching Program can help. We’ll round out the afternoon with a shared potluck meal\, and informal time for networking and socializing.\n\n\n \n\n\nWild Flight Farm is looking for an experienced farmer(s) to lease the farm land and purchase the thriving\, organic farm business from the current owners. There is housing available on-site\, and this well-established business is a farming cornerstone in the local community. Farmers who have experience managing farm operations\, and are business-savvy and enjoy managing a team of capable farmers would be well-suited to this opportunity. More information on this opportunity can be found below the event details.\n\n\n \n\n\nDATE: Sunday\, June 18\, 2023 • 2-6 pm PST\n\n\n \n\n\nLearn more and register here: https://youngagrarians.org/farm-tour-at-wild-flight-farm/
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/farm-tour-at-wild-flight-farm/
LOCATION:Wild Flight Farm\, 205 Rosemond Lake Road\, Mara\, BC\, V0E 2K0\, Canada
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://organicbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Farm-Tour-Wild-Flight-Farm.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230321T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230321T213000
DTSTAMP:20260530T114607
CREATED:20230228T175603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230228T175603Z
UID:7384-1679425200-1679434200@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:Organic Innovation Series Screening
DESCRIPTION:On Tuesday\, March 21st\, join Organic BC at The Beer Farmers brewery in Pemberton for a screening of three virtual field days from the recently produced Organic Innovation Series. Dig into innovative farming practices that are strengthening operations and boosting resilience in the face of current challenges! \nFeatured farms include Helmer’s Organic Farm\, Ice Cap Organics and Spray Creek Ranch. \nAfter the screening\, there will be a Q&A session with the featured farmers. Learn more about their practices\, enjoy a bevvie and meet other local farmers! \nThis event is free but registration is required. Save your spot here.
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/organic-innovation-series-screening/
LOCATION:The Beer Farmers\, 8324 Pemberton Meadows Road\, Pemberton\, British Columbia\, V0N 2L2\, Canada
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