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SUMMARY:Apprenticeship Program Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in apprenticing on a farm for the 2026 season? Join us for an info session to learn more about our Apprenticeship Program! Meet some of the amazing Host Farmers in the program\, ask questions about their farms\, learn more about the kinds of apprenticeships they offer and what a typical day is like for their apprentices. \nBy attending this session\, you will have: \n🌾increased chances of getting an interview with the farm of your choice \n🌾the opportunity to learn about what makes each of the Host Farms or ranches special\, so you can decide which one is the right fit for you \n🌾a chance to chat with prospective Host Farmers and get a feel for the people you will be working and living with \nWe hope you can join us! \n📅 WHEN: Tuesday\, January 6\, 2026 | 5pm PT\, 6pm MT\, 7pm CT\, 8pm ET \n📍 LOCATION: Online – a Zoom meeting link will be sent to registered participants \n👉 Learn more and register here: https://youngagrarians.org/events/jan-6-2026-online-apprenticeship-program-info-session/ \n#YAAP #apprenticeships #youngagrarians
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SUMMARY:Jan 13\, 2026: Online – Farm Tax & Financial Literacy
DESCRIPTION:Are you a farmer with questions about taxes or finances for your farm business? Are you a landholder wondering about the tax implications of leasing land? Join this webinar to get your questions answered! \nBlake Lechkobit (farmer and Manager of Agriculture & Business Advisory at MNP Accounting) will share some basic knowledge about farm tax and financial literacy\, then open the floor for questions and discussion. Pascale Schittecatte-Ćirić (B.C. Land Matching Program (BCLMP) Manager) will also be there to share her insights\, having worked with farmers and landholders on a wide variety of land use agreements through the BCLMP. Together\, Blake and Pascale offer a wealth of knowledge\, so bring all your farm tax and finance questions\, and let’s chat! \nSome examples of topics that may be covered: \n\nWhat tax implications should farmers and landholders consider before sharing land?\nWhat do farmers need to know about before filing their business taxes for the first time?\nWhat is farm roll-over tax\, and how does it impact future plans for inheritance or transfer of your land?\n… and much more!\n\nAll are welcome to join the conversation\, although this webinar may be most useful to farmers that are in the early years of operating their farm businesses\, and landholders looking to lease land. This webinar will not be focused on basic business planning – if you are are looking for support with your initial farm business planning\, check out the Business Bootcamp for New Farmers\, or our other farm business resources. Free business planning support is also available for land seekers participating in the B.C. Land Matching Program. \nREGISTER: Please RSVP here: eventbrite.ca/e/farm-tax-financial-literacy-online-tickets-1975346946893
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/jan-13-2026-online-farm-tax-financial-literacy/
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SUMMARY:Human Resources Best Practices for Farmers: Smoother Operations\, Stronger Teams
DESCRIPTION:Are you a farmer navigating the people side of your farm business? \nDo you have questions about hiring\, onboarding\, communication\, or managing a growing team? \nIf so\, join us for Human Resources Best Practices for Farmers: Smoother Operations\, Stronger Teams on January 20\, 2026. \nThis practical webinar will feature Janine Beamish\, an HR professional with over a decade of experience and a down-to-earth approach rooted in trust and connection. Based on Vancouver Island\, Janine will share simple\, effective HR practices that help farms run more smoothly—from setting clear roles and bringing new workers on board\, to making small people-management changes that can have a big impact. \nThe session will also include a farmer guest speaker who will share their firsthand experiences managing people on the farm—what’s worked\, what’s been challenging\, and the lessons learned along the way. Together\, this mix of HR expertise and real-world farming experience will offer practical takeaways you can use right away. \nBring your questions\, curiosity\, and experiences to talk about building stronger farm teams! \nWHEN: January 20\, 2026 | 5:30 PT\, 6:30 MT\, 7:30 CT\, 8:30 ET\, 9:30 AT \nLOCATION: Online – Zoom link will be sent to registered attendees. \nLearn more and register here: https://youngagrarians.org/events/jan-20-2026-online-human-resources-best-practices-for-farmers
URL:https://organicbc.org/event/human-resources-best-practices-for-farmers-smoother-operations-stronger-teams/
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SUMMARY:Business Bootcamp for New Farmers
DESCRIPTION:Dreaming of starting or growing your farm business? \nRegistration is now open for the Young Agrarians Business Bootcamp for New Farmers\, starting January 21\, 2026!\nJoin a vibrant community of new and aspiring farmers as you dive into building a business plans for the farm of your dreams. Together\, we’ll explore financial planning\, marketing\, risk management\, accessing capital\, and so much more. \nThis course is designed for new farmers who:\n-Are planning on starting up an agricultural operation in the near future; or\n-Are looking to expand an existing farm or hobby enterprise; or\n-Want to start a new enterprise on an existing farm \nWHEN: January 21 to April 1\, 2026 on Wednesday evenings (5–7 pm PT\, 6–8 pm MT\, 7–9 pm CT\, 8–10 pm ET\, 9–11 pm AT)\nCOST: The suggested sliding scale is $250 – $350\, which is $25-$35 per session. You are welcome to contribute an amount that works for you. No one will be turned away for lack of funds. \nReady to dig in? Head to our website to sign up: https://youngagrarians.org/courses/business-bootcamp-for-new-farmers/ \n#youngagrarians #businessbootcamp #newfarmers #youngfarmers #farmbusiness #farmmarketing
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