Posted on April 23, 2016
Join us for a potluck to share delicious food and meet fellow farmers and food lovers interested in sustainable farming in the Sundre area. Learn about Young Agrarians and what its up to in Alberta. When: Friday, May 13th | 6pm – 9pm What to Bring: Bring your best potluck dish, bring your story about sustainable food and farming
...Continue reading →Posted on March 23, 2016
We have land (190 acres/76 ha) in west central Alberta that is a mix of forest and cleared grass land. Land elevation is 945 metres. The soil type is grey wooded, although we are in the lower foothills and the geology is considered to be glacial till. There are a few rocks in the soil.
...Continue reading →Posted on March 16, 2016
With many new farmers getting into pasture poultry meat and/or laying flocks, we’re excited to be part of the upcoming Small Flock Chicken Workshops in Spruce Grove, AB and Red Deer, AB. Take your knowledge to the next level and learn about getting chicks started off on the right foot, how to manage for excellent egg quality, identifying
...Continue reading →Posted on February 29, 2016
Note to readers: This event will be running again in early 2017. If you are interested contact Takota Coen at takota_coen@live.com or (780) 781-5929. Deep Roots Design is hosting a six-day Holistic Management course taught by HMI Certified Educators Brian Luce and Kelly Sidoryk that will provide participants with the tools and knowledge to make decisions towards a known
...Continue reading →Posted on February 21, 2016
On March 8th, we invite you to a farmer potluck and feast with young farmer leaders and organizers from across the country at Rundle’s Mission at Pigeon Lake, Alberta. Meet with other new farmers, hear about the work on the National New Farmer Report and enjoy good food and good company. To RSVP
...Continue reading →Posted on February 17, 2016
We’re growing the next generation of ecological farmers in Alberta! Join us February 25th in Olds, AB at 7pm at the Land and Science Building at Olds College. There will be a little networking, a little learning, a little sharing, a little food, a little enjoyment of libations and A LOT of fun! This event
...Continue reading →Posted on February 10, 2016
We are excited to announce that Young Agrarians is formally launching in Alberta! As the recipient of the Peavey Mart Community Agricultural Grant, we are pleased to announce that Organic Alberta will be bringing Young Agrarians programming to Alberta. This began with a group of dedicated farmers in Central Alberta who saw how Young Agrarians could
...Continue reading →Posted on January 24, 2016
Let’s warm the season by creating community and celebrating the gifts of the natural world together! On January 29th Young Agrarians, Spirit of the Land and the Peace Land Institute invite you to an agrarian potluck in Camrose, Alberta. Meet with old friends and new friends, and with fellow farmers and food lovers!
...Continue reading →Posted on October 13, 2015
Many farms, businesses, and organizations are pondering questions about how to create a sustainable future for our families, our communities, and for future generations. How do we create enterprises that generate healthy people, healthy land, and healthy profits? Holistic Management is a framework that guides how we create goals and make decisions that fit with
...Continue reading →Posted on September 11, 2015
Finding the perfect piece of meat can be like finding perfect glass of wine. (We’re talking about beef here people, for those looking for the other ‘fine piece of meat’ skip on to your favorite farm dating site!) September 21st: For the professional chef, butcher and beef producer Organic Alberta is hosting a technical workshops
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