Blog Category: Alberta

JUNE 21, 2025: Dapp, AB – Farm Tour and Regenerative Agriculture 101 with Triple Lyoness Farm

Posted by Lourdes Still on May 14, 2025

Join us for a day of learning, good food, and community building! At this event, you’ll get a chance to learn about the basics of regenerative agriculture and see firsthand how Triple Lyoness Farm weaves together multiple aspects of regenerative farming  — from a mixed livestock operation to productive vegetable gardens to a riparian area protection project. We’re excited to be joined by Sierra Berg from Rural Routes to Climate Solutions, who will lead with an engaging talk that provides an overview of regenerative agriculture. You’ll learn how climate solutions not only build resilience and protect biodiversity but also open … Continue reading JUNE 21, 2025: Dapp, AB – Farm Tour and Regenerative Agriculture 101 with Triple Lyoness Farm →

YA BUSINESS MENTORSHIP NETWORK – EBSA SILGA’S FARM

Posted by Tori Ames on April 15, 2025

Young Agrarians is celebrating the eleventh year of the Business Mentorship Network (BMN) program in BC and the third year of the BMN in the Prairies! The BMN offers farm business mentorship to a diverse array of new and young farmers. The mentorship is offered over the course of a year. Through one-on-one mentorship, peer networks and online workshops new farmers develop the skills necessary to operate ecologically sustainable and financially viable farm businesses. Applications for Mentees across Western Canada open in October 2025. Mentor applications are accepted year-round. Check out the Business Mentorship Network page for more information! Meet a … Continue reading YA BUSINESS MENTORSHIP NETWORK – EBSA SILGA’S FARM →

We’re hiring! Manitoba and Apprenticeship Program Manager

Posted by Taina Uitto on April 11, 2025

Young Agrarians is hiring a full-time Manitoba and Apprenticeship Program Manager Location: This is a remote position based in Manitoba. Please include your location in your application. We welcome applicants interested in the Apprenticeship Program Manager portion of the role from other Prairies provinces, as there is a possibility to split this into its own role. Deadline for Applications: April 28, 2025. This position will start in early June 2025. Help Us Grow the Next Generation of Farmers in the Prairies! 🌾🐓🌻 Are you passionate about building vibrant food systems, supporting new farmers, and cultivating community from the ground up? … Continue reading We’re hiring! Manitoba and Apprenticeship Program Manager →

YA BUSINESS MENTORSHIP NETWORK – TAPESTRY HOMESTEAD

Posted by Tori Ames on April 08, 2025

“I realized we needed major changes in our approach, and that meant confronting my own weaknesses—things like financial management, planning, and forecasting. I wanted to improve in those areas and sought out help, which led me to the Young Agrarians business mentorship program. It’s been exactly what I needed.” – Anna Brown of Tapestry Homestead, Alberta Young Agrarians is celebrating the eleventh year of the Business Mentorship Network (BMN) program in BC and the third year of the BMN in the Prairies! The BMN offers farm business mentorship to a diverse array of new and young farmers. The mentorship is offered … Continue reading YA BUSINESS MENTORSHIP NETWORK – TAPESTRY HOMESTEAD →

We’re hiring! E-Learning Coordinator

Posted by Taina Uitto on April 01, 2025

Young Agrarians is hiring a full-time E-Learning Coordinator Location: This is a remote position. While preference will be given to candidates based in Alberta, applicants from other provinces are welcome to apply. Please be sure to include your location in your application. Deadline for Applications: April 27, 2025 Do you thrive on supporting others in their learning journeys? Does facilitating engaging online experiences bring you joy? Do you get excited about developing educational content about farming? Are you tech-savvy and love the satisfaction of checking tasks off your to-do list? If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from … Continue reading We’re hiring! E-Learning Coordinator →

YA BUSINESS MENTORSHIP NETWORK – GREEN EARTH FARM

Posted by Tori Ames on April 01, 2025

“Realizing we all have to start taking responsibility for where our food comes from and how our food is produced. Understanding that we need to start implementing sustainable practices and accepting our role as caretakers of nature.” – Jayden Procychyn of Green Earth Farm, Alberta Young Agrarians is celebrating the eleventh year of the Business Mentorship Network (BMN) program in BC and the third year of the BMN in the Prairies! The BMN offers farm business mentorship to a diverse array of new and young farmers. The mentorship is offered over the course of a year. Through one-on-one mentorship, peer networks … Continue reading YA BUSINESS MENTORSHIP NETWORK – GREEN EARTH FARM →

YA BUSINESS MENTORSHIP NETWORK – SKWISHTIN RANCH

Posted by Tori Ames on March 25, 2025

“We need the farm to be self sufficient. Our main goal is to reduce the number of cattle we butcher for sale, increase live cattle sales and improve our finances. ” – ValMarie Braun and Kittie Strasser of Skwishtin Ranch, AB Young Agrarians is celebrating the eleventh year of the Business Mentorship Network (BMN) program in BC and the third year of the BMN in the Prairies! The BMN offers farm business mentorship to a diverse array of new and young farmers. The mentorship is offered over the course of a year. Through one-on-one mentorship, peer networks and online workshops new … Continue reading YA BUSINESS MENTORSHIP NETWORK – SKWISHTIN RANCH →

JOB: Edmonton, AB – AB Ministry of Agriculture & Irrigation, Program Delivery Specialist

Posted by JoHana Harcourt on March 21, 2025

The Alberta Ministry of Agriculture & Irrigation in Edmonton, Alberta is seeking a Program Delivery Specialist! ABOUT The Crop Assurance Branch at Ministry of Agriculture & Irrigation is looking for an individual to be an integral part of a dynamic Program Delivery Unit, to assist other Agriculture and Irrigation Ministry Programs streamline application processes and deliver programs to Alberta agriculture producers. The Unit receives applications from Alberta’s agricultural producers to apply for a variety of Programs and services within the department of Agriculture and Irrigation. This position is specifically responsible for the Bee Health Assurance team’s (BHAT) annual registration process, … Continue reading JOB: Edmonton, AB – AB Ministry of Agriculture & Irrigation, Program Delivery Specialist →

YA BUSINESS MENTORSHIP NETWORK – FOOTFALL

Posted by Tori Ames on March 20, 2025

“With little ones around we have developed a keen interested in improving the land and ecological systems for the benefit of future generations, not to mention growing quality food to feed these growing humans.” – Brendan Dickson of Footfall, Alberta Young Agrarians is celebrating the eleventh year of the Business Mentorship Network (BMN) program in BC and the third year of the BMN in the Prairies! The BMN offers farm business mentorship to a diverse array of new and young farmers. The mentorship is offered over the course of a year. Through one-on-one mentorship, peer networks and online workshops new farmers … Continue reading YA BUSINESS MENTORSHIP NETWORK – FOOTFALL →

April 3, 2025: ONLINE – Building a Resilient Farm Business

Posted by Alex on February 25, 2025

Do you want to build a resilient farm business? Are you looking for tools to support your farm’s risk management strategy? Building a resilient farm business means having the right strategies and tools to manage risk and adapt to changing conditions. Join us for an engaging webinar featuring Heather Watson of Farm Management Canada, Stephanie Maynard & Phil Quinn of Quinn Farms, and Alex Pulwicki of Young Agrarians as they will discuss practical strategies, real-world examples, and valuable resources available to help farmers strengthen their operations and secure long-term success. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable knowledge and connect … Continue reading April 3, 2025: ONLINE – Building a Resilient Farm Business →