Posted by Michalina Hunter on January 18, 2019
Grey Arrow Farm in Camrose, AB is looking for part-time Garden Workers (morning shift) for the 2019 season! ABOUT GREY ARROW FARM MARKET GARDEN FARM organically growing delicious produce + microgreens for our CSA, restaurants and farmers markets. We grow approximately 55 types of vegetables and herbs over 2.5 acres of cultivated land on our beautiful 35 acre oasis
...Continue reading →Posted by Dana Penrice on January 18, 2019
Working together is not exactly a new concept to agriculture in Alberta. The vast majority of agricultural producers are willing to drop whatever they are doing if a neighbour, friend or family member needs a hand. There are also producers in Alberta who have found it benficial to take things one step further by creating
...Continue reading →Posted by Dana Penrice on January 17, 2019
Join us for a weekend of connections and conversations about food with Sally Fallon! This series will be taking place at the Dow Centennial Centre in Fort Saskatchewan as a part of the 2019 Organic Alberta Conference. Organic Food and Wine Gala with keynote from Sally Fallon Morell With great food and company, you won’t want
...Continue reading →Posted by Dana Penrice on January 17, 2019
Are you an aspiring farmer looking for hands-on farming experience on an ecological farm? Are you interested in organic farming and biodynamic practices? Blue Mountain Biodynamic Farm is looking for a farm apprentice starting this spring to join their team. About the Farm Blue Mountain Biodynamic Farm is a highly diversified operation located on 160 acres of
...Continue reading →Posted by Dana Penrice on January 10, 2019
Calling all farm dreamers and food growers! Join us for our 2nd Young Agrarians Winter Mixer in Alix, AB for two days farm inspiration and skill sharing to help you grow your farm business. There will be workshops on getting your farm started, farm financial planning, direct marketing, and stories from successful farm start-ups. Meet with other farmers
...Continue reading →Posted by Dana Penrice on January 10, 2019
We would like to invite you to attend the largest gathering for the organic industry in Alberta! From January 25-26, 2019, join Organic Alberta at our annual central conference in Fort Saskatchewan! This year’s theme is Growing Healthy Farmers, Fields, and Food, highlighting the holistic nature of farming. Sessions will focus on grain, livestock, fruit and
...Continue reading →Posted by Dana Penrice on January 7, 2019
by Karel Beijer Many times during my apprenticeship I was asked, “How is working on RedTail Farms?” During all my time there, the best answer that I could come up with is that it is a very “real” experience. While this may seem quite vague, this one word personally embodies everything that I felt during
...Continue reading →Posted by Dana Penrice on January 4, 2019
Are you an aspiring farmer looking for an adventure in mixed farming? The Homestead is looking for a farm apprentice starting this spring to join their team. About the Farm The Homestead is a certified organic farm started in 2015 by Lisa and Donovan Kitt, two young farmers passionate about sustainable agriculture. The farm is off-grid
...Continue reading →Posted by Dana Penrice on December 5, 2018
Looking for the 2020 Alberta Apprenticeship Program? Click here. DEADLINE FEB 28, 2019. Get your applications in! Are you an aspiring farmer looking to gain skills and knowledge that match the ecological values you hold? Are you feeling the farming bug, but not quite ready to take the plunge and launch your own business? Young Agrarians, Organic Alberta and our
...Continue reading →Posted by Dana Penrice on December 5, 2018
Photo by Jens Gerbitz . 2018 Farm Apprentice Karel and Rusty on the Farm Are you an aspiring farmer, rancher or grazier looking to gain the hands-on skills and experience? Are you feeling like you’re not quite ready to start your own business yet but want to keep the dream moving along? Retail Farms is excited to offer a meaningful
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