JUNE 18, 2023: MARA, BC – Farm Tour at Wild Flight Farm
Posted by Pascale Schittecatte on May 18, 2023
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 interested in learning more about this renowned farm, join us for the event! Farm 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. During this event, we’ll tour the farm in small groups to allow for a deeper personal interaction with the current owners, … Continue reading JUNE 18, 2023: MARA, BC – Farm Tour at Wild Flight Farm
LAND OPPORTUNITY: Feed Mill & Land, Dawson Creek BC
Posted by Morgan Kitchen on June 09, 2023
We have more land opportunities than what is listed here! Get in touch with a Land Matcher at land@youngagrarians.org to access our full land inventory and B.C. Land Matching Program support in your region. ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY Turn key feed mill business with land in Dawson Creek is available for lease! This family run business has been in operation for 40 years and is ready for someone new to take it over. The farm and feed mill has been for sale but the landholders are interested in leasing and providing mentorship to someone with experience in the industry and understands business. While the feed mill … Continue reading LAND OPPORTUNITY: Feed Mill & Land, Dawson Creek BC
FARM JOB: Duncan, British Columbia – Glenora Farm, Maintenance Worker
Posted by JoHana Harcourt on June 09, 2023
Glenora Farm in Duncan, British Columbia is seeking a Maintenance Worker! ABOUT Glenora Farm Glenora Farm is a 97-acre mixed organic and Biodynamic farm on mostly sandy loam soils, consisting of 35 acres of pasture and hay fields, a flock of East Friesen dairy sheep, a small herd of Dexter beef cattle, chickens, turkeys and ducks, a 2 acre intensive mixed annual vegetable and perennial garden, two hoop houses, large compost facility, herb garden and greenhouse, and an onsite day program for adults with special needs. The certified organic & biodynamic Farm and Gardens primarily support the food needs of … Continue reading FARM JOB: Duncan, British Columbia – Glenora Farm, Maintenance Worker
FARM JOB: Vernon, B.C. – Silverstar Veggies, Field Crew Member
Posted by JoHana Harcourt on June 09, 2023
Silverstar Veggies in Vernon, B.C. is seeking a Field Crew member! ABOUT Silverstar Veggies We are a 1.5 acre mixed vegetable and herb farm based within city limits in Vernon, B.C. 2023 will be our third year in business. We are not certified organic, but we grow to similar standards, producing healthy crops from healthy soil. We operate on rented land, which was matched through the Young Agrarians Land Matching Program. Over the course of the season we produce over 50 different crops to sell to our CSA customers, stores, restaurants and new for 2023 at a Farmers market. We … Continue reading FARM JOB: Vernon, B.C. – Silverstar Veggies, Field Crew Member
COPING WITH FARMING STRESS: RESEARCH FINDINGS
Posted by JoHana Harcourt on June 09, 2023
Farming can be challenging – and while the conversation around mental health in agriculture is not a new one, the COVID-19 pandemic has emphasized the importance of opening up these conversations and mobilizing our resources to provide increased mental health supports in agriculture. If you’re wondering what other farmers are experiencing – and how they are coping, a recent study from researchers Rochelle Thompson, Dr. Briana Hagen, Dr. Andria Jones-Bitton shines light on the topic through interviews with 75 farmers and industry professionals in Ontario. Read on to learn about their findings! Seeing the forest for the trees One of … Continue reading COPING WITH FARMING STRESS: RESEARCH FINDINGS
FARM JOB: Duncan, British Columbia – Glenora Farm, Maintenance Manager
Posted by JoHana Harcourt on June 08, 2023
Glenora Farm in Duncan, British Columbia is seeking a Maintenance Manager! ABOUT Glenora Farm Glenora Farm is a 97-acre mixed organic and Biodynamic farm on mostly sandy loam soils, consisting of 35 acres of pasture and hay fields, a flock of East Friesen dairy sheep, a small herd of Dexter beef cattle, chickens, turkeys and ducks, a 2 acre intensive mixed annual vegetable and perennial garden, two hoop houses, large compost facility, herb garden and greenhouse, and an onsite day program for adults with special needs. The certified organic & biodynamic Farm and Gardens primarily support the food needs of … Continue reading FARM JOB: Duncan, British Columbia – Glenora Farm, Maintenance Manager
YA Business Mentorship Network – Northern Light Acres
Posted by Tori Ames on June 08, 2023
Young Agrarians is celebrating the ninth year of the Business Mentorship Network (BMN) program in BC and the expansion of the program across the Prairies! The BMN offers business mentorships to a diverse array of new and young farmers. Through one-on-one mentorship, peer networks and online workshops young farmers develop the skills necessary to operate ecologically sustainable and financially viable farm businesses. Applications open for Mentees across Western Canada in October 2023. Mentor applications are accepted year-round. Check out the Business Mentorship Network page for more information! Want to learn more about our Mentees (or Mentors)? Below you’ll find a Q&A where you can learn all … Continue reading YA Business Mentorship Network – Northern Light Acres
FARM JOB: Nanaimo, BC – Growing Opportunities Farm Community Co-operative, Community Outreach and Field Support Coordinator
Posted by JoHana Harcourt on June 07, 2023
Growing Opportunities Farm Community Co-operative in Nanaimo, BC is seeking a Community Outreach and Field Support Coordinator! ABOUT Growing Opportunities Farm Community Co-operative We farm at the picturesque privately-owned Cline/Westwood Farm in South Nanaimo. Established in 1864, this is one of the oldest farms in the Nanaimo region. Growing Opportunities Farm Community Co-op believes in a community-based food system that is equitable, empowering and capable of regenerating the land through hands-on opportunities for people of all skills and abilities. Our projects celebrate diversity and strive to inspire collaboration through the combined contributions of individuals in our work force, community organizations … Continue reading FARM JOB: Nanaimo, BC – Growing Opportunities Farm Community Co-operative, Community Outreach and Field Support Coordinator
June 15, 2023: ONLINE – Holistic Management for New Farmers
Posted by Alex on June 06, 2023
Are you excited about regenerative agriculture? Do you want to nerd out on grazing with others? Do you wonder if you’ll ever be able to achieve farm-work-life balance? Then this introductory online event is perfect for you! We’ll look at how farmers are regenerating the ecology and improving communities through land management. Join Dana Penrice, a Holistic Management educator, to learn how to apply the principles of holistic management from the perspective of a new farmer. We will talk about how to ensure that economic, ecological and social considerations can be woven in to farm planning. You’ll also learn about … Continue reading June 15, 2023: ONLINE – Holistic Management for New Farmers
YA Business Mentorship Network – City Street Farms
Posted by Lydia Carpenter on June 06, 2023
Young Agrarians is celebrating the ninth year of the Business Mentorship Network (BMN) program in BC and the expansion of the program across the Prairies! The BMN offers business mentorships to a diverse array of new and young farmers. Through one-on-one mentorship, peer networks and online workshops young farmers develop the skills necessary to operate ecologically sustainable and financially viable farm businesses. Applications open for Mentees across Western Canada in October 2023. Mentor applications are accepted year-round. Check out the Business Mentorship Network page for more information! Want to learn more about our Mentees (or Mentors)? Below you’ll find a Q&A where you can … Continue reading YA Business Mentorship Network – City Street Farms
LAND OPPORTUNITY: 10 Acres near Penticton for farming community
Posted by Pascale Schittecatte on June 06, 2023
We have more land opportunities than what is listed here! Get in touch with a Land Matcher at land@youngagrarians.org to access our full land inventory and B.C. Land Matching Program support in your region. ABOUT THE LAND This property is a unique piece of land with beautiful vistas and ample opportunity for not only growing your own diversified crops but a business and family too! With 10 acres of arable land, the owners are looking for a farmer who has vision for the future and is interested in variety and new experiences. The property has a mixture of open pasture areas, and dense, … Continue reading LAND OPPORTUNITY: 10 Acres near Penticton for farming community