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Posted by Melanie Buffel on August 6, 2025
“The way that we farm and the reason we do it is a direct response to the current climate crisis. For us, it is extremely important to consider how our practices impact the environment and for our time stewarding this land to improve the environment for current and future generations. As farmers, we are a
...Continue reading →Posted by Tori Ames on July 24, 2025
So you’ve decided to take the plunge and start a farm in Canada – great! Now, how will you afford it? Access to capital remains one of the biggest barriers to new farmers in Canada. Did you know that many first generation farmers in Canada didn’t qualify for a loan when they were starting their
...Continue reading →Posted by Alieka Beckett on July 15, 2025
You’re invited to a farm tour and a sheep farming 101 session at Nine West Farms near Codette, Saskatchewan! If you’re curious about sheep farming – or just want to check out what your local farmers are up to – join us for the event. While sheep are the heart of their operation, Taylor and
...Continue reading →Posted by admin on July 11, 2025
Posted by Alieka Beckett on July 10, 2025
You’re invited to a farm tour and potluck near North Battleford, Saskatchewan! Join us for an afternoon at Prairie Garden Seeds and meet Rachelle and Jim Ternier, the father-daughter team behind the operation, and their 2025 Young Agrarians Apprentice, Roisin Graham. They have been providing biodiverse, well-adapted, quality seeds for zone 2 and 3 climates
...Continue reading →Posted by Melanie Buffel on July 9, 2025
“I aim to create a positive impact in my local community by offering a product that nurtures the land, supports its biodiversity, and provides a safe haven for the animals that inhabit it—a constant home for them.” – Kirsten R, Three Chi’s Acre, Sooke, BC Young Agrarians is celebrating the eleventh year of the Business Mentorship
...Continue reading →Posted by Melanie Buffel on July 2, 2025
“The greatest challenge I’ve faced so far as a new farm business is visibility. Marketing can be tough and finding the right audience for your product is vital. As a new business, I’m working hard on getting my name out there, providing quality products that my customers see value in, and building connections and community
...Continue reading →Posted by Lourdes Still on June 27, 2025
Meet your future farmers! The Young Agrarians Apprenticeship Program’s 2025 cohort have landed on their host farms in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba. The apprentices in each province recently got together for an orientation weekend to get acquainted and connect over their shared passion for nature and regenerative agriculture. Their time together involved sharing
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