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SUMMARY:Organic Month
DESCRIPTION:Canada’s National Organic Month 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. Organic represents a vibrant alternative food system and an alternative option for clothing\, personal care and cleaning products. \nLearn more: choosecanadaorganic.ca/organic-month
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/organic-month-2/
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SUMMARY:Farm Tour and Potluck at Medley Organics
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to a Farm Tour and Potluck at Medley Organics in Summerland\, BC! 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 delicious potluck meal and learn about mixed vegetable production. \nWe’ll enjoy a farm tour from leasing farmer Jerome Gagne\, who is the owner and operator of Medley Organics. In 2019\, Jerome was matched to ten acres of land on a long-term lease through the B.C. Land Matching Program (BCLMP). Jerome will talk about the challenges of new farm start-up\, his extensive experience with leasing land and how to develop your niche business market. He’ll also discuss how to ‘lease-proof’ your farm\, and show off his unique barn that can be deconstructed and moved! \nThere will be plenty of opportunity to ask questions about land sharing\, mixed vegetable production and farm start-up. If you are a new or experienced farmer who wants to learn more about farming on leased land\, we hope to see you there. The day will wrap up with a potluck and informal time to socialize with other farmers and farm-curious folks.
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/farm-tour-and-potluck-at-medley-organics/
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SUMMARY:Autonomous Electric Tractors in Blueberries
DESCRIPTION:Looking for innovative and efficient ways to tackle increasing costs and labour shortages in your blueberry operation? Agri-tech weeding equipment could be a key part of the solution! \nTo find out more\, join Organic BC at Klaassen Farms in Chilliwack on Tuesday\, Sept. 17th for a demo of autonomous\, electric tractors in blueberry production. \nRepresentatives from Rollins Machinery will be on hand to discuss the latest advancements in this technology. And\, Monarch Tractors will showcase and demonstrate their MK-V tractor\, highlighting its computer-vision autonomy and electric capabilities\, emitting zero emissions while utilizing common farm implements for mowing\, weeding\, tilling and more. \nAmple time will be provided for questions and discussions after the demonstration. There will also be an opportunity to test drive the Monarch! Snacks and refreshments will be provided. \nThis event is free but registration is required. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/autonomous-electric-tractors-in-blueberries-tickets-919102800217
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/autonomous-electric-tractors-in-blueberries/
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SUMMARY:Creston Energy Innovation Farm Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join Young Agrarians on September 22nd for a full-day farm tour of two innovative Creston farms that have been working hard to reduce their carbon emissions and improve the energy efficiency of their farm infrastructure. This event will include a morning farm tour at Full Circle Farm\, a potluck lunch\, and an afternoon farm tour of Cartwheel Farm. \nIn addition to all infrastructure innovations\, both Full Circle Farm and Cartwheel Farm are dedicated to their soil’s health\, using low/no till methods to build and protect the carbon in their soil. This tour will be a rich learning opportunity with lots of discussion on how we can reduce fossil fuel use on farms\, sequester more carbon in our soils\, and adapt our farming practices for a changing climate. \nDATE: Sunday\, September 22\, 2024 | 9am – 3:30pm PST \nLOCATION: Traditional territory of the Yaqan nuʔkiy peoples of the Ktunaxa Nation \nReserve your spot here: https://youngagrarians.org/sep-22-2024-creston-bc-creston-energy-innovation-farm-tour/ \nWe hope you can join us!
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/creston-energy-innovation-farm-tour/
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SUMMARY:Farm Tour and Potluck at A Rocha Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of learning and connecting\, and stay for a potluck meal at A Rocha! \nA Rocha Farm is a host farm in the Young Agrarians Apprenticeship Program growing over 50 vegetable crops (containing over 200 varieties) and an expanding flower field. They have 2.5 acres under production\, which provides for a 170+ member vegetable & flower CSA\, the farmer’s market\, an on-site farm stand\, and restaurant sales. Since 2005 they have been focused on providing an educational space for aspiring farmers to learn. They use regenerative practices\, including the use of cover crops and crop rotation\, and plant habitats for beneficial insects. \nDATE: Friday\, September 27\, 2024 | 6:00pm – 9:00pm \nLOCATION:  Coast Salish Territory. 1620 192 St\, Surrey\, BC V3Z 9V2 \nREGISTRATION: youngagrarians.org/sept-27-2024-south-surrey-bc-farm-tour-and-potluck-at-a-rocha-farm
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/farm-tour-and-potluck-at-a-rocha-farm/
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