FairShare CSA Coalition, Not Our Farm and University of Wisconsin-Extension have released a new video resource to help farm workers stay safe in hot conditions. In Hot Potato: Heat Safety Where You Work, they hear from farmers and agricultural service providers as they share their tips, practices, and policies related to extreme heat – from

[EN; texte français ci-dessous] Engagement Tool: Growing Future Farmers Policy Brief  The upcoming 2025 Federal Election presents a unique opportunity to address the pressures and challenges confronting new farmers.  In consultation with new and equity-seeking farmers and farming organizations across the country, we have developed a National New Farmer Framework report.  Pre- and post-election is

Are your summers filled with endless to-do lists, leaving little time for marketing, let alone content creation? Join Chelsea Finn of Hunter Finn Creative Co. as she shows you how to develop a content strategy that fits your farming schedule. Discover how to capture quality content throughout the growing season to build a campaign for

We are deeply saddened to witness so many wildfires impacting communities across Canada. Our heart goes out to those who have been affected. On this page, you’ll find resources for those impacted by the wildfires, with some specific options for farmers. This page will be updated as more information becomes available, including with fundraisers for

Our hearts go out to all those affected by the wildfires in British Columbia and beyond. On this page, you’ll find resources for those impacted by the wildfires in B.C., with some specific options for farmers. We will also be including charities and fundraisers for those hoping to support recovery efforts. We will be updating

Photo Credit: Patchwork City Farms It’s spring and you know what that means…SEEDS!! In the same way that we promote buying local food, we also promote buying local seeds. Seed sovereignty is, of course, foundational to food sovereignty! Virtually all vegetable seed planted in Canada is imported. Buying, planting, and saving local seed is one way to support

Plastic is widely used in agriculture for weed suppression, packaging, seed starting, and more. However, studies show that plastic can disrupt soil health, stunt plant growth, and leach from soils into aquatic environments. Here we dive into the issue of plastic in agriculture, and showcase Canadian farmers who’ve found alternatives. The phrase ‘plastic pollution’ is

We are devastated about the recent flooding in southern BC. Our hearts go out to all the farmers affected by flooding, and their families, animals, and communities. This post contains resources for farmers, as well as options for those wishing to support with recovery efforts. Resources for Farmers Affected By BC Floods Funding: Provincial Disaster

Got a new greenhouse or poly tunnel and wondering what varieties to plant? Experiencing issues with low yields or disease in your greenhouse? Check out this interview with Gemma McNeill, Owner-Operator of Zaklan Farm, a suburban microfarm in Surrey, British Columbia. Once you’ve gleaned some wisdom from Gemma, you may want to learn more. We

Feature image above: Photo Credit: Kevin Kossowan // Location: Lady’s Hat Farm, Castor, AB The Young Agrarians team and our contributors have been working hard at creating the first edition of the Alberta Land Access Guide. It’s a toolkit for new farmers like YOU. It’s a collection of stories of wins, losses, and everything in-between.