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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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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:British Columbia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230805T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230805T193000
DTSTAMP:20260530T113459
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230709T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230709T170000
DTSTAMP:20260530T113459
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
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230705T160000
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230618T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230618T140000
DTSTAMP:20260530T113459
CREATED:20230519T201505Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230321T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230321T213000
DTSTAMP:20260530T113459
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230315T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230315T133000
DTSTAMP:20260530T113459
CREATED:20230223T194202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230223T194947Z
UID:7364-1678876200-1678887000@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:BC Organic Agriculture Networking Event - Coast Region
DESCRIPTION:Tour Fraserland Organics’ specialized weeding equipment\, followed by lunch at their on-farm brewery\, Barnside Brewing Co. \n\n\n\nOn Wednesday\, March 15th\, join Organic BC and Fraserland Organics in Delta for an organic agriculture regional networking event! \n\nLearn about weed control in grain and vegetable production\nTour weeding equipment (rotary hoe\, tine weeder\, camera-guided cultivators and more)\nLunch and social at Fraserlands’ on-site brewery\, Barnside Brewing\n\nThis event is free but registration is required. Learn more and save your spot here.
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/bc-organic-agriculture-networking-event-coast-region/
LOCATION:Fraserland Organics and Barnside Brewing\, 6655 60 Avenue\, Delta\, British Columbia\, V4K 4E2\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230314T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230314T190000
DTSTAMP:20260530T113459
CREATED:20230226T181520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230226T181632Z
UID:7371-1678813200-1678820400@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:Indigenous Food Sovereignty with Jacob Beaton
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to learn about Indigenous Food Sovereignty? Join for an in-depth conversation with Jacob Beaton\, an award-winning Indigenous entrepreneur and leader! \nIn this conversation we’ll be diving into what Indigenous Food Sovereignty means and how to make it a reality. Jacob Beaton\, who operates Tea Creek Farm in Kitwanga\, BC\, will be leading the discussion and sharing his own work starting a farm that puts land-based Indigenous food sovereignty at its centre. \nWe’ll discuss concrete steps to fight systemic racism and how to increase our own awareness of Indigenous food sovereignty and advocate for it more broadly. We hope you can join for a rich and engaging conversation! \nLearn more and register here.
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/indigenous-food-sovereignty-with-jacob-beaton/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230301T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230301T213000
DTSTAMP:20260530T113459
CREATED:20230226T183236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230226T183236Z
UID:7375-1677691800-1677706200@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:Grazing Management Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The BC Forage Council and the North Okanagan Livestock Association are hosting a free Grazing Management Workshop on March 1st from 5:30 – 9:30 pm at The Prestige Hotel in Vernon\, BC. \nJoin us to dig into advanced grazing principles\, including topics such as forage supply analysis and carrying capacity of the land\, animal nutrition and pasture staging. \nTo register for this free workshop please click this link to fill out the registration form or email info@bcforagecouncil.com to register or if you have any questions.
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/grazing-management-workshop/
LOCATION:Prestige Hotel\, 4411 32 St\, Vernon\, British Columbia\, V1T 9G8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230225T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230225T200000
DTSTAMP:20260530T113459
CREATED:20230203T180058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230203T180513Z
UID:7271-1677344400-1677355200@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:BC Organic Networking Event - Vancouver Island
DESCRIPTION:A chance for island organic growers to gather\, network and discuss current issues.\nOrganic and organic-curious farmers are invited to join Organic BC and the Mid Island Farmers’ Institute at Gladstone Brewing in Courtenay for a fun time to connect with the organic community\, compare stories about the epic 2022 season\, discuss challenges and plan for the future.  \nThe event will be held after the close of the Farmer Connect Conference\, hosted by the Mid Island Farmers’ Institute on Saturday\, Feb 25\, 2023. \nThis event is free but registration is required. Save your spot at: eventbrite.ca/e/bc-organic-networking-event-vancouver-island-tickets-528716093067
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/7271/
LOCATION:Gladstone Brewing\, 244 4th St\, Courtenay\, British Columbia\, V9N 1G6\, Canada
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230227
DTSTAMP:20260530T113459
CREATED:20230130T235359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230130T235501Z
UID:7253-1677283200-1677455999@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:Columbia Basin Mixer
DESCRIPTION:The Columbia Basin Mixer is happening February 25-26\, 2023! Gather with farmers and food lovers on Sinixt\, Ktunaxa and Syilx Territories in Nelson for two days of workshops and networking. In the spirit of Young Agrarians Mixers\, this will be an opportunity to engage and connect with others\, share ideas\, and access the knowledge and experience you need to build your farm and business for success. Get ready to dive in deep and create future resilience within the Columbia Basin foodshed and beyond. The Mixer is open to everyone who wants to join. \nTo learn more about this event for new and young farmers visit: youngagrarians.org/cbmixer2023
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/columbia-basin-mixer/
LOCATION:Wildflower School\, 811 Stanley Street\, Nelson\, British Columbia\, V1L 1N8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230223T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230223T210000
DTSTAMP:20260530T113459
CREATED:20230125T212433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230125T212433Z
UID:7243-1677178800-1677186000@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:Online Farmer to Farmer Discussion - Principles of Rotational Grazing
DESCRIPTION:Join experienced organic ranchers Tristan Banwell of Spray Creek Ranch and Steve Meggait of Fresh Valley Farms for a presentation on the principles of rotational grazing\, followed by an interactive discussion on the finer points of the following topics: \n\nFencing – permanent perimeter\, interior subdivision\, smaller livestock fencing and layout options\nWater – the use of irrigation systems\, dedicated livestock water systems and portable tank systems\nWinter Grazing – stockpile grazing\, swath grazing and bale grazing\nAnnual Forages – fall planting for early spring grazing\, warm season annuals and pasture cropping\nGrass-finishing – how to keep ruminants on the gain with rotational grazing\n\nLearn more and register for free at: eventbrite.ca/e/farmer-to-farmer-discussion-principles-of-rotational-grazing-tickets-495306514117 \n  \nThis project is supported by the BC Climate Agri-Solutions Fund. Funding for the BC Climate Agri-Solutions Fund was provided by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada through the Agricultural Climate Solutions – On-Farm Climate Action Fund. \n 
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/online-farmer-to-farmer-discussion-principles-of-rotational-grazing/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230218T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230218T140000
DTSTAMP:20260530T113459
CREATED:20230125T205032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230125T205139Z
UID:7234-1676712600-1676728800@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:BC Agriculture Networking Event - Exploring Agriculture in the Cariboo
DESCRIPTION:Is farming in your DNA? On Saturday\, Feb. 18th\, come and investigate opportunities and challenges in a timely discussion with a panel of producers representing a broad range of Cariboo agriculture\, from beef to berries to beets. The round table discussion will be followed by a catered lunch and updates on other agricultural initiatives in the region. Hosted in Kersley\, BC by the Kersley Farmers Institute and Organic BC\, with financial assistance from Community Futures North Cariboo. \nTickets are $20 + tax\, including an annual membership to the Kersley Farmers Institute. \nLearn more and get your tickets at: eventbrite.ca/e/bc-agriculture-networking-event-exploring-agriculture-in-the-cariboo-tickets-523148068957
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/bc-agriculture-networking-event-exploring-agriculture-in-the-cariboo/
LOCATION:Kersley Community Hall\, 4829 Edwards Rd\, Kersley\, BC\, V2J 6L7\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230217T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230217T200000
DTSTAMP:20260530T113459
CREATED:20230125T210100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230125T210100Z
UID:7239-1676640600-1676664000@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:BC Organic Agriculture Networking Event - Okanagan
DESCRIPTION:Looking to improve fruit size and yields in your orchard or garden fruit trees? Wondering how to balance growth and fruiting? Join Organic BC for a half-day pruning workshop with tree fruit horticulturist\, Molly Thurston. The workshop will start at Claremont Ranch Organics\, with mature and mid-sized apple and pear trees. From there\, you’ll continue on to Upside Cider for pruning on dwarf trees adjacent to the cidery\, followed by a social! \nThis workshop is free but registration is required. Register at: eventbrite.ca/e/bc-organic-agriculture-networking-event-okanagan-tickets-523995995127
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/bc-organic-agriculture-networking-event-okanagan/
LOCATION:Claremont Ranch Organics\, 9011 Shanks Road\, Lake Country\, BC\, V4V 1M4\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230207T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230207T120000
DTSTAMP:20260530T113459
CREATED:20230131T002207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230131T002207Z
UID:7259-1675764000-1675771200@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:Nitrogen - Soil Test Interpretation
DESCRIPTION:Join Dru Yates (Consultant\, E.S. Cropconsult Ltd.) and Josh Andrews (Nutrient Management Specialist\, BCMAF) for a 2-hr virtual workshop on nitrogen management. In this workshop\, participants will: \n\nApply the Four R’s of nutrient management to field vegetable scenarios (with a focus on the south coast of BC)\,\nInterpret post-harvest nitrate test values\,\nNavigate the BC Nutrient Management Calculator (with a focus on nitrogen)\, and\nWork through case study examples and fill out worksheets – so come prepared for a “hands-on” experience\, in spite of the virtual setting!\n\nWorkshop Dates: \n\nTuesday\, February 7\, 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM\nWednesday\, February 15\, 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM\n\n*Please note that you only need to register for one date. The two workshops are repeats of the same content. \n– \nThis event is organized by the BC Climate Agri-Solutions Fund and E.S Cropconsult. Funding for the BC Climate Agri-Solutions Fund has been provided by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada through the Agricultural Climate Solutions – On-Farm Climate Action Fund. To learn more about the BC Climate Agri-Solutions Fund\, visit www.bccaf.ca.
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/nitrogen-soil-test-interpretation/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230206T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230206T140000
DTSTAMP:20260530T113459
CREATED:20230119T201629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230119T202041Z
UID:7207-1675677600-1675692000@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:BC Organic Agriculture Networking Event - Kootenays
DESCRIPTION:Join Organic BC\, Kootenay Organic Growers Society\, and Kootenay & Boundary Farm Advisors for a chance to gather\, network and find out what’s happening in the organic sector. \nDiscuss organic and regenerative agriculture with regional producers\, and talk to provincial organizations about future opportunities and policy outlooks for organic farmers in the province. And\, hear updates from your local organic certifying organization\, the Kootenay Organic Growers Society. \nWith: \n\nEva-Lena Lang – Executive Director\, Organic BC\nGeorgina Beyers – Director\, Regenerative Agriculture\, Innovation and Agritech\, Ministry of Agriculture\nJeff Nimmo – Regional Agrologist\, Ministry of Agriculture\nEmma Sowiak and Lana Braun – Kootenay Organic Growers Society\n\nFollowed by open discussions\, lunch and mingle. Lunch and snacks provided. KOGS AGM following for those who wish to stay. \nThis event is free\, but registration is required: eventbrite.ca/e/bc-organic-agriculture-networking-event-kootenays-tickets-519102508577 \n  \nSchedule \n10am: Welcome – tea\, coffee & snacks \n10.15am -11.30am: Hear from presenters about the state of organic agriculture in BC \n11.45am: Open discussion/question period \n12.30pm: Lunch and mingle \n1.30pm: Open discussion/mingle \n2.30pm: KOGS AGM \n3.30pm: Wrap up
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/bc-organic-agriculture-networking-event-kootenays/
LOCATION:Nelson & District Chamber of Commerce\, 91 Baker St\, Nelson\, British Columbia\, V1L 4G8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230202T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230202T210000
DTSTAMP:20260530T113459
CREATED:20230118T174257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230119T233857Z
UID:7197-1675364400-1675371600@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:Organic BC Beer Night - Sponsored by Gambrinus Malting
DESCRIPTION:Organic BC is hosting its 2nd annual Beer Night\, a Zoom-based hangout on Thursday\, February 2nd between 7pm and 9pm. The event last year was a real hit\, and this year’s agenda will be equally non-serious! The sole point of the hangout is to do just that\, so bring your favourite bevvie (or two\, or three!) and see some faces you haven’t seen in a while! Host Jordan Marr will facilitate some light conversations interspersed with a silent auction that will aim to raise money for Organic BC and embarrass Jordan while doing it. We hope to see you there! \nThanks to Gambrinus Malting for sponsoring this event. \nRegistration is free! Sign up here: eventbrite.ca/e/organic-bc-beer-night-tickets-520056341517 \n 
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/organic-bc-beer-night/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230126
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230129
DTSTAMP:20260530T113459
CREATED:20221129T020108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221129T020108Z
UID:6988-1674691200-1674950399@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:2023 Pacific Agricultural 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/2023-pacific-agricultural-show/
LOCATION:Tradex Exhibition Centre
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230119T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230119T133000
DTSTAMP:20260530T113459
CREATED:20230110T002151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230110T002221Z
UID:7166-1674129600-1674135000@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:How to Access Farmland Using Cooperative Models
DESCRIPTION:This webinar panel digs into how co-operatives in British Columbia are making farmland accessible for sustainable farming. Panelists will discuss why they formed a co-op\, what it is all about\, what the key challenges are\, and how their co-ops are addressing these. \nLearn more and register at: nfu.ca/event/how-to-access-farmland-using-cooperative-models \n  \nWebinar Chair\nAntonio Gomes runs Cavaleiro Farm in Schomberg\, ON The farm produces veggies\, fruits\, sheep and farmers. Farmers operate their local food businesses using ecological and cooperative principles. He also runs an accelerator program for farmland owners building community farms and resilience. \n  \nPanel moderator\nHeather Hallgrimson\, is Director of Entrepreneurship with Co-operatives First and in this role\, she supports groups starting co-operatives. She studied Linguistics and Policy and grew up all over rural Saskatchewan\, and now resides in Saskatoon. \n  \nPanelists\nHeather Pritchard co-founded an agricultural business (back in 1985) on Fraser Common Farm and is recognized as creating the first commercially grown mixed green salad in Canada. In 2006 the company became a co-op\, Glorious Organics. As a founding member of FarmFolk CityFolk\, she coordinated the BC region of the Bauta Family Initiative on Canadian Seed Security\, partnered with Young Agrarians\, and supported the development of Community Farm Cooperatives. She is also a founding member of Vancouver Food Policy Council and the BC Food Systems Network\, and is the current Chair of Slow Food in Canada. In 2015\, Heather was given the Brad Reid Memorial Award for her outstanding contribution to the organic sector in British Columbia. On January 1\, 2018\, Heather left FarmFolk CityFolk to work full time for the Foodlands Cooperative of British Columbia. \nChris Bodnar is a farmer in Abbotsford\, with his wife Paige\, at Glen Valley Organic Farm Co-op. They have grown organic vegetables at the farm since 2007\, selling at farmers markets\, wholesale markets and operating a 480-member Community Supported Agriculture program. In the off season\, Chris also does farm business consulting and developed and taught the Business of Agriculture course at Kwantlen Polytechnic University’s Sustainable Agriculture program from 2015 to 2021.
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/how-to-access-farmland-using-cooperative-models/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230117T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230117T170000
DTSTAMP:20260530T113459
CREATED:20221220T000925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221220T001806Z
UID:7074-1673946000-1673974800@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:Hatch Your Farm + Food Business
DESCRIPTION:Hatch Your Farm + Food Business is a six-part workshop designed and delivered by food industry experts Good to Grow\, in collaboration with BC Association of Farmers’ Markets\, with support from Vancity. \nDate of Workshop: Tuesday January 17\, 2023 \nTime: 9am to 5pm \nLocation: Hastings Room at the PNE Grounds – 2901 E Hastings St\, Vancouver\, BC V5K 5J1 \nCost: $60 \nFull details: https://bcfarmersmarket.org/events/hatch-farm-food-business/ \nRegistration: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/hatch-your-farm-food-business-tickets-481816826097 \n  \nThis one-day workshop is designed for: \n\nthose that have an idea for a farm or food business and want to learn what it takes to start;\nthose that have a new business and product and want to start selling at farmers’ markets;\nor existing farmers’ market vendors looking to validate a new product.\n\nYou will learn how to build a strong foundation and successfully establishing your product at the farmers market by covering the following topics: \nPart 1: Roadmapping Your Business\nPart 2: Research Your Customer\nPart 3: Recipe Development – Scaling & Costing\nPart 4: Branding and Labeling your Package\nPart 5: Pricing\, Margins and Building in Future Distribution\nPart 6: Building a Successful Farmer’s Market Experience \nRefreshments of coffee and snacks will be provided. Also included is a delicious lunch! \n  \nGood to Grow Bio\nGood to Grow is a team of food industry experts and business educators who create success for B.C. food and beverage brands. They provide one-on-one coaching\, workshops\, learning cohorts\, and signature events From The Ground Up Conference and Trade Show and Pitch & Plate. Andrea and team believe a food-secure\, sustainable future for B.C. starts with local first. \n  \nInstructor Bio\nAndrea Gray-Grant is the CEO and founder of Good to Grow. She is a leading food business educator\, coach and advocate with over 25 years of sales and marketing experience in the natural food industry. Andrea has first hand experience in launching a food business and the hard earned lessons that come with it. She has supported more than 1\,000 B.C. food and beverage brands to success.
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/hatch-your-farm-food-business/
LOCATION:Hastings Room at the PNE Grounds\, 2901 E Hastings St\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5K 5J1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221124T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221126T150000
DTSTAMP:20260530T113459
CREATED:20221030T045800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221031T161829Z
UID:6910-1669276800-1669474800@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:National Farmers Union 2022 Convention - Confronting Consolidation
DESCRIPTION:With costs rising\, numbers of farmers dropping and a corporate world thriving like we’ve never seen before\, the NFU wants to invite you to join us as we confront concentration in our food system! Organizing\, education\, action and solidarity are needed in order to push for change and we invite you to join in on the change making\, either in person in Saskatoon or from the comfort of your own home! \nConvention will be hybrid: on-line via Zoom and in-person at the Park Town Hotel\, in Saskatoon from 10AM-5PM (8AM-3PM Pacific) Thursday November 24 to Saturday November 26. The NFU is eager to  feature a keynote address from Doug Cuthand\, SK-based Indigenous Journalist at 7pm SK on Thursday\, November 24th.  \nThis event is open to both NFU members and the general public! Please follow this link for more information about the event and registration details.
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/national-farmers-union-2022-convention-confronting-consolidation/
LOCATION:British Columbia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221123T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221123T150000
DTSTAMP:20260530T113459
CREATED:20221101T223444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221101T223444Z
UID:6938-1669195800-1669215600@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:Living Soil - Methods to Regenerate Soil Life
DESCRIPTION:Come and learn practical methods of regenerating soil life and about the synergy between biodynamic\, organic and regenerative agriculture. Presented by the Biodynamic Agriculture Society of British Columbia. \nProgram:\nWelcome\, Coffee and Registration 9:30am to 10:00am \nTour of Refeed farm operation 10:00am to 10:30am \nSynergy between Biodynamic/ Organic/Regenerative Agriculture Approaches . Discussion of cover crop study results and (weather permitting) visit to cover crop field trial site 10:30am to 11:30am \nTea/ Coffee break 11:30am to 11:45am \nPresentation on understanding soil microbes and their relationship to plant/ human nutrition (including live microscope sampling) 11:45pm to 12:30pm \nLunch break 12:30pm to 1:15pm \nHands-on Workshop to stay awake! With stirring of biodynamic preparation 500\, various composts on display with temperature measuring\, a feel for worms in action and a demonstration of BD500 and compost tea applications. (Including bucket and brush\, and quad bike tank sprinkler) 1:15pm to 2:30pm \nOpen time for futher discussion until close 2:30pm to 3:00pm \n  \nWorkshop presenters include:\nRobby Gass – Farm Manager and Soil Specialist\, ReFeed Farm \nThomas Schneider – Regenerative agriculture consultant\, Biodynamic and Soil Food Web Advisor\, Dynamic WholeScapes \nRuth Tschannen – Urban gardener and eurythmist \n  \nRegistration:\nRegister at: eventbrite.com/e/living-soil-methods-to-regenerate-soil-life-tickets-452022811397
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/living-soil-methods-to-regenerate-soil-life/
LOCATION:Refeed Canada\, 7387 216 Street\, Langley\, British Columbia\, V2Y 2S4\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221117
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221128
DTSTAMP:20260530T113459
CREATED:20221026T021129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221026T021206Z
UID:6890-1668643200-1669593599@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:From The Ground Up: Everything you need to know about seed libraries
DESCRIPTION:Join FarmFolk CityFolk for a virtual event exploring all things Seed Libraries!\nLearn about basic and advanced seed saving\, growing and saving regionally adapted seeds\, community engagement for seed returns\, native plant seeds in your seed library\, and streamlining your record keeping processes. \nWhether you are new to seed saving\, a home gardener\, starting a seed library\, or an established seed library we invite you to meet and connect with other community seed groups and seedy folks in the province. \nView the full schedule and register at: farmfolkcityfolk.ca/event/from-the-ground-up-everything-you-need-to-know-about-seed-libraries
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/from-the-ground-up-everything-you-need-to-know-about-seed-libraries/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221114
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221201
DTSTAMP:20260530T113459
CREATED:20221026T174642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221026T174709Z
UID:6899-1668384000-1669852799@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:2022 BC Land Forum
DESCRIPTION:Young Agrarians’ third annual LAND FORUM is here!\nWe were thrilled to see so many of you in the community this summer at our on-farm Land Socials. The B.C. Land Matching Program team is super excited to welcome you back to learn together and take a deeper dive into information and interactive sessions about land sharing and starting a farm business. The Land Forum is accessible online so that we can reach you wherever you live and have Internet access. We can’t wait to share knowledge and online space with you all! \n  \nWHEN: November 14 – 30\, 2022. All times are in Pacific Daylight Time (-7 hours GMT) \nWHERE: Online on unceded Indigenous territories across what is today known as B.C. Join us from the comfort of your couch\, office\, tractor\, compost heap – wherever you find yourself able to tune in! \nRSVP: Register for the Land Forum here and you’ll get access to links for all the webinars. \nQUESTIONS: network@youngagrarians.org  |  1-855-561-4633 \nLand Forum sessions are for landholders and land seekers\, and will cover the following topics: \n\nLeasing basics and info on farm business planning\nSkills-building in negotiation to support the success of land sharing relationships\nYou’ll hear from Land Matchers\, farmers and experts from around B.C.\nOpportunities to connect with farmers and landholders in your community at regional networking sessions\n\n  \nGet more details and view the full schedule at: https://youngagrarians.org/bc-land-forum-2022
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/2022-bc-land-forum/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221103T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221105T120000
DTSTAMP:20260530T113459
CREATED:20220926T203400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221026T020057Z
UID:6829-1667462400-1667649600@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:2022 BC Farmers’ Markets  Conference
DESCRIPTION:The BC Farmers’ Markets Conference is a once-a-year opportunity to get together with your farmers’ market peers to share best practices\, learn from industry experts\, build connections and gain inspiration to carry you through the 2022 farmers’ market season. We’ll be bringing together farmers’ market organizers\, farmers\, vendors\, partners and community collaborators seeking to engage in strengthening BC’s local food sector through farmers’ markets. \nLearn more and buy tickets here.
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/2022-bc-farmers-markets-conference/
LOCATION:Massey Theatre\, 735 8th Ave\, New Westminster\, British Columbia\, V3M 2R2\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221023T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221023T150000
DTSTAMP:20260530T113459
CREATED:20220927T165521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220927T165521Z
UID:6838-1666526400-1666537200@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:Land Social & Tool School at Linden Lane Farms
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to an outdoor Land Social and Tool School at Linden Lane Farms in Krestova (near Nelson). Linden Lane Farms operates on leased family land\, as well as two other properties in the area\, with agreements supported through the BC Land Matching Program. The thriving organic farm serves retail\, Farmers Markets and consumers directly in the area through their CSA and on farm sales and also hosts one of three Kootenay Local Agricultural Society tool libraries. \nIf you’re curious about what land matching and sharing is all about\, as well as affordable tool rentals available\, join us for this event and be inspired and learn about the incredible farming that can be done on leased land! \nWe’ll enjoy a light potluck harvest lunch\, tour the farm and land opportunity\, network\, and look at the steps to building a successful land sharing relationship. Your regional Land Matcher will share information about how the B.C. Land Matching Program can help you find the perfect farmer for your land – or farmland where you can build your dream farm business. \nLand Socials connect farmers and farmland holders\, and set them up to receive ongoing support through the B.C. Land Matching Program. Both farmers seeking land and farmland holders thinking about sharing land are encouraged to attend – as well as anyone who loves food\, farming\, and getting out onto the land. \nAfterwards\, for those who wish to stay for Tool School\, information about the Kootenay Local Agricultural Society (KLAS) Tool Library will be provided and show off the tools available for rent. Come see the equipment first hand! KLAS hosts three tool libraries across the Central Kootenay in Creston\, Kaslo and Krestova! \nDon’t miss out on this in-person social and educational and social opportunity open to everyone! If you’re interested in joining us on October 23rd\, register now.
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/land-social-tool-school-at-linden-lane-farms/
LOCATION:Linden Lane Farms\, 3850 Krestova Lower Rd\, Krestova\, BC\, V0G 1H2\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221005T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221005T140000
DTSTAMP:20260530T113459
CREATED:20220926T202514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220926T202713Z
UID:6822-1664964000-1664978400@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:Fraser Valley Field Day: Cover Cropping
DESCRIPTION:This field day is geared toward all BC farmers interested in learning more about cover cropping in agriculture. \nRegister here. \nCover cropping is a method of planting that helps build healthy soil and can be practiced in any farming operation. Cover cropping keeps the ground covered and helps with continued carbon sequestration in non-production areas. They significantly reduce emissions from nitrogen fertilizers by providing healthy nutrients to the soil. When carefully chosen and appropriately managed\, cover crops can benefit production for farmers and help mitigate climate change. \nFarmers will have a chance to see three large test plots with a cover crop mix planted with corn. Each plot receives a different application and is monitored for productivity. Soil sampling is done regularly\, and data is recorded diligently to create a useful report when the trial ends. Farmers will have access to this data and information on how each plot performs. The field day will include a field walk to each plot where attendees can asses the cover crops growing\, our host will speak about the process and results for each plot and answer questions\, and additional guest speakers will lend their experience and expertise to support learning. \nAbout the Host Farm \nThe ReFeed Farm is located in the heart of the Fraser River delta in Langley\, BC. They work directly with partner farms to develop programs\, best practices\, and new products to help farmers build healthy soil and growing systems. ReFeed works with Davistead farms\, a family-run business that has been farming in the Langley Township for over 100 years. Davistead raises dairy cattle\, growing forage crops on their land for feed. ReFeed Farms utilizes acreage on Davistead Farms to experiment with growing cover crops amongst forage crops\, monitoring for performance and changes in the soil. They plant a mixed cover crop species amongst their corn crop\, on three plots that receive different applications. \nRobby Gass \nRobby Gass is the Soil Specialist at ReFeed Farms\, bringing 25 years of experience in organic farming and deep expertise in soil microscopy and management. He has decades of experience in conventional farming and spent over a decade running an organic herb farm in South Africa. Robby broadened his in understanding and expertise with a series of roles as an educator and consultant in horticulture and organic farming while earning an MSc in organic farming from SRUC Glasgow University. He attended Dr. Elaine Ingham’s world-renowned Soil Foodweb School in Oregon where he was awarded a certificate in soil microscopy. \nDrew Bondar \nDrew is the Metro Vancouver Regional Agrologist for the Ministry of Agriculture and Food and former Executive Director of Delta Farmland and Wildlife Trust. Drew has years of experience  working with farmers to enhance farmland for soil health and wildlife habitat. He is the Founder of a small business that rescues and delivers off-grade produce and has experience working across the food supply chain. With dual degrees in agroecology and civil engineering\, Drew’s educational background has provided training in a wide range of disciplines from project management to soil biology. \nConley Keyes\nConley is a Regional Agrologist for Sea to Sky\, Sunshine Coast\, and Central Fraser Valley working in the Extension and Support Services Branch for the Ministry of Agriculture and Food. Conley has degrees from Northern Alberta Instituate of Technology and University of British Columbia is geological technology and agroecology and sustainable agriculture. Working previously as a junior agrologist\, farm hand\, and research assistant for UBC Faculty of Land and Food Systems\, Conley is dedicated to supporting the development of climate-friendly agriculture. \nRegister here.
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/fraser-valley-field-day-cover-cropping/
LOCATION:ReFeed Farms & Davistead Farms\, 21782 76B Avenue\, Langley Township\, British Columbia\, V2Y 2S5\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220918T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220919T120000
DTSTAMP:20260530T113459
CREATED:20220828T220146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220915T220447Z
UID:6728-1663495200-1663588800@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:Field Day at Fresh Valley Farms
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday\, Sept. 18th\, join Organic BC for an in-person field day at Fresh Valley Farms! \nTake a tour of the farm and learn about their rotational grazing practices\, cover cropping and forage program\, on-farm slaughter/cut/wrap\, and field management\, and dive deeper into the transition of one field to organic. You’ll also hear from guest speaker Percy Folkard\, regenerative grazing consultant and instructor at Thompson Rivers University\, and Greg Tegart\, Range & Field Crop Agrologist and Consultant & Instructor at Thompson Rivers University for the Applied Sustainable Ranching Diploma program. \nThe event is free\, but registration is required. Register here. \nThis project is supported by the BC Climate Agri-Solutions Fund. Funding for the BC Climate Agri-Solutions Fund was provided by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada through the Agricultural Climate Solutions – On-Farm Climate Action Fund.
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/field-day-at-fresh-valley-farms/
LOCATION:Fresh Valley Farms\, 1476 Mountain View Road\, Armstrong\, BC\, British Columbia\, V0E 1B8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220914T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220914T193000
DTSTAMP:20260530T113459
CREATED:20220822T223621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220822T223621Z
UID:6717-1663176600-1663183800@organicbc.org
SUMMARY:Cook-along with Chef Randle
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate National Organic Week and BC Chicken Month! Enjoy a FREE cooking lesson with Chef Trevor Randle and learn about BC foods and agriculture with a virtual webinar from 5:30pm to 7:00pm on Wednesday\, September 14\, 2022.  \nChef Randle will provide expert instruction as he guides you online through two BC grown fall inspired recipes: \n\nBC Organic Tomato Braised Chicken Tinga Tacos with Pickled Red Onion and Pico de Gallo\nOrganic Vanilla and Cinnamon Pudding\n\nChris Bodnar from Close to Home Organics will also join Chef Randle online to provide fun insights into BC farming. Plus\, webinar participants will be entered into prize draws for a chance to win 1 of 3 prizes valued at $100+ each! \n  \nRegister Now\nRegistration required. Click here to register now for this free cook-along. Be sure to download the recipes and shopping/equipment list below and gather the ingredients and supplies before the event. \nDownload recipes here:  BC Organic Tomato Braised Chicken Tinga Tacos with Pickled Red Onion and Pico de Gallo and Organic Vanilla and Cinnamon Pudding \nDownload shopping/equipment list here:  Shopping/Equipment List \n  \nThank You\nThis event is an educational initiative of BCAITC. Special thanks to the event’s Presenting Sponsors\, BC Chicken Marketing Board and Organic BC.
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/cook-along-with-chef-randle-2/
LOCATION:Online
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