Blog Category: Ontario

EVENT RECAP: National Policy Jam, March 15-16, 2025

Posted by Ayla Fenton on March 31, 2025

[EN; texte français ci-dessous] Over 70 agriculturally involved folks gathered from March 15-16 at the RKY Camp on Anishinaabe Algonquin territory in Parham, ON for YA’s inaugural “Breaking Barriers: Growing Future Farmers” National Policy Jam! This event was made possible thanks to funding from Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada’s Sustainable Agricultural Partnership, the National Farmers Union – Ontario, Carrot Cache, and the Food Communities Network. We sourced the majority of our food locally and are incredibly grateful to the farmers and folks at Almanac Grain, County Bounty Soda, Food Less Travelled, Generations Apiary, Haanover View Farms, Hall’s Apples, Heartwood Cider, Kebaonish … Continue reading EVENT RECAP: National Policy Jam, March 15-16, 2025 →

FARM JOB: Markham ON – Joyfully Organic Farm, Farm Staff

Posted by JoHana Harcourt on March 25, 2025

Joyfully Organic Farm in Markham, Ontario (near Richmond Hill/ Stouffville/ Pickering, 40 mins from Toronto) is seeking Farm Staff! ABOUT Joyfully Organic Farm Joyfully Organic Farm is a skilled and successful 100% Certified Organic + Regenerative vegetable farm in the Greater Toronto Area. Grown by a passionate team of young farmers, Joyfully Organic Farm grows a huge array of over 50 types of farm fresh vegetables. We have a deep love of amazing food + strong farming practices. We have a large community of customers who share our love of eating well. We provide food for prominent Farmers Markets in … Continue reading FARM JOB: Markham ON – Joyfully Organic Farm, Farm Staff →

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 →

March 19, 2025: ONLINE – Grazing for Beginners: Starting Your Ranching Journey

Posted by Waranuch on February 24, 2025

Are you eager to start your journey as a rancher but unsure where to begin? Do you have countless questions about grazing and land management? If you are a first-generation rancher looking for practical guidance, this online event is for you! Join us for a live session with Shayne Blosky of Double S Ranch Cattle Co and Cody Spencer, Bison Rancher and Land Steward, as they share valuable insights into ranching and sustainable grazing. In this session, you will learn: The fundamentals of becoming a rancher and starting your operation About rotational grazing and soil health management The impact of … Continue reading March 19, 2025: ONLINE – Grazing for Beginners: Starting Your Ranching Journey →

FARM INTERNSHIP: Picton, Ontario – Edwin County Farms

Posted by Lourdes Still on January 09, 2025

Edwin County Farms in Picton, Ontario is seeking interns for the 2025 season! ABOUT Edwin County Farms Edwin County Farms is an organically managed, regenerative farm located in beautiful Prince Edward County, Ontario. Our 700-acre farm includes a 2.5-acre market garden and seasonal greenhouse facility. Using no-till and low-till methods we produce organically grown vegetables and cut flowers for local restaurants and our community. For the past 20 years, we have been raising certified organic beef, and practicing rotational grazing to help grow and improve our soils. Our large hardwood forest preserve also allows us to continue the age-old tradition … Continue reading FARM INTERNSHIP: Picton, Ontario – Edwin County Farms →

FARM JOB: Picton, Ontario – Edwin County Farms, Market Garden Manager/Lead Farmer

Posted by JoHana Harcourt on December 31, 2024

Edwin County Farms in Picton, Ontario is seeking a Market Garden Manager/Lead Farmer! ABOUT Edwin County Farms Edwin County Farms is an organically managed, regenerative farm located in beautiful Prince Edward County, Ontario. Our 700-acre farm includes a 2.5-acre market garden and seasonal greenhouse facility. Using no-till and low-till methods we produce organically grown vegetables and cut flowers for local restaurants and our community. For the past 20 years, we have been raising certified organic beef, and practicing rotational grazing to help grow and improve our soils. Our large hardwood forest preserve also allows us to continue the age-old tradition … Continue reading FARM JOB: Picton, Ontario – Edwin County Farms, Market Garden Manager/Lead Farmer →

MAR 5, 2025: ONLINE – GROWING KNOWLEDGE & ADAPTATION SUPPORTS

Posted by Melana Roberts on December 20, 2024

CURIOUS ABOUT FARMER MENTORSHIP PROGRAMS? LOOKING FOR TECHNICAL SUPPORT FOR YOUR FARM? UNSURE WHERE TO START? JOIN THE CONVERSATION! With approximately ⅔ of new farmers in Canada not coming from family farm backgrounds, many have limited access to inter-generational knowledge. making it tougher to weather unpredictable weather changes, assess soil conditions, predict market demands and volatility, and adapt. This capacity is essential for new farmers, many of which have limited access to capital and access to land, to stay afloat in a changing agricultural landscape. In this final instalment of the Breaking Barriers: Growing Future Farmers Webinar Series, we will … Continue reading MAR 5, 2025: ONLINE – GROWING KNOWLEDGE & ADAPTATION SUPPORTS →

FEB 12, 2025: ONLINE – ACCESSING CAPITAL

Posted by Melana Roberts on December 20, 2024

LOOKING FOR OPERATING CAPITAL? WANT TO UNDERSTAND FARM CAPITAL IN CANADA? INTERESTED IN NEW APPROACHES TO ACCESS FUNDING FOR FARMING? In Canada, the agricultural sector is at a crossroads, with new, young, and underrepresented farmers facing significant challenges to accessing the capital needed to succeed. The third installment of the “Breaking Barriers: Growing Future Farmers” webinar series will shine a light on this critical issue, emphasizing the need for comprehensive support to empower the next generation of farmers. At the heart of the struggle for many aspiring farmers is the concept of market failure in Canadian agriculture. Market failure is … Continue reading FEB 12, 2025: ONLINE – ACCESSING CAPITAL →

Jan 15, 2025: ONLINE – Farmer Wrap Around Supports

Posted by Melana Roberts on December 20, 2024

NEED MORE SUPPORT? TRYING TO NAVIGATE EVERYDAY CHALLENGES, LIKE ACCESS TO HOUSING, LABOUR, CAPITAL AND LAND? WANT TO KNOW WHAT OTHER FARMERS ARE DOING? JOIN US TO FIND OUT! As the agricultural landscape evolves, so too does the need for innovative responses to support new, young, and underrepresented farmers. This second instalment of the “Breaking Barriers: Growing Future Farmers” series sheds light on the role wrap-around support programs can play to tackle and reduce the challenges new and young farmers face. These complex challenges impact new farmers across the country, and the compounding weight of barriers—access to capital, land, labour … Continue reading Jan 15, 2025: ONLINE – Farmer Wrap Around Supports →

MAR 15-16, 2025: PARHAM, ON – NATIONAL POLICY JAM / JAM POLITIQUE NATIONAL

Posted by Ayla Fenton on December 20, 2024

[EN; texte français ci-dessous] Calling all new farmers and farm policy nerds! You’re invited to the “Breaking Barriers: Growing Future Farmers” National Policy Jam in eastern Ontario this March 15 and 16, 2025. Join us to connect and mobilize around policy action to support new farmers across Canada. The gathering will be a coast to coast convening of new and young farmers, farmer organizations, farm policy leaders and allies looking to learn, connect and mobilize around better supports for new and young farmers, including access to land, capital, knowledge, and wrap-around supports. About the Policy Jam The Policy Jam will … Continue reading MAR 15-16, 2025: PARHAM, ON – NATIONAL POLICY JAM / JAM POLITIQUE NATIONAL →