Posted on April 8, 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,
...Continue reading →Posted on April 3, 2025
“Metanoia applied for Young Agrarians’ Business Mentorship Network program because in our excitement to develop a volunteer based, community urban farm, we didn’t want to do it alone, and knew that there are many other people doing similar work to us that could act as invaluable resources in our journey.” – Metanoia Farmers Worker Cooperative
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“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
...Continue reading →Posted 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
...Continue reading →Posted 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
...Continue reading →Posted on March 12, 2025
“I realized that working for the family farm instead of pursuing a career in environment or policy research was an invaluable opportunity: one where I would satisfy my interests in sustainability, biodiversity, and policy and be challenged to continuously learn and improve.” -Sarah Foley of Rogue Acres, Saskatchewan Young Agrarians is celebrating the eleventh year of
...Continue reading →Posted on February 21, 2025
We have lots of farmers looking for land, most of which aren’t on our blog! Get in touch with a Land Matcher at bclmp@youngagrarians.org to learn about the latest opportunities and to access free B.C. Land Matching Program services in your region. ABOUT THE FARMER Hannah, an experienced farmer and herbalist, is currently seeking a
...Continue reading →Posted on February 11, 2025
How to Start Farming: An Introductory Course for the Farm Curious features a phenomenal line up of speakers! Learn about how to get more involved in farming from these amazing farmers and food growers. Want to engage with these speakers? Register for the How to Start Farming course! Jo Tobias is a Regenerative Soils
...Continue reading →Posted on February 3, 2025
Are you passionate about regenerative agriculture, livestock care, and land stewardship? Hart Ranches in Hanna, Alberta, is offering a unique apprenticeship where you can gain hands-on experience on a 7,000-acre ranch while working alongside skilled mentors. About the Farm Hart Ranches is focused on regenerative ranching and conservation. Mike and Laura Hart, the ranch owners,
...Continue reading →Posted on January 21, 2025
Are you interested in large scale regenerative agriculture? Are you ready to jump in a tractor and spend your days in the beautiful outdoors? GWM Farms is excited to offer an regenerative grain production apprenticeship just for you! About the Farm GWM Farms is located on Treaty 2 territory, 9 miles NW of Deloraine, MB.
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