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Kim of @thimblehillnursery is going peat-free on her farm! 🌍 Now and always, let’s celebrate farmers shrinking their carbon footprints and moving towards local supply loops!

@thimblehillnursery is also a past participant in our Business Mentorship Network. Go Kim!

Read her caption:
“You know what makes me happy? Going peat-free!

Peat bogs are precious ecosystems - biodiverse landscapes that store huge amounts of carbon and water. They contain twice as much carbon as all of Earth’s standing forests. At least one-third of the world’s soil carbon is in peatlands, which have been slowly accumulating for 10,000 years. Think of peat as old-growth biomass that stabilizes our climate and watersheds. We don’t really want to mess with that... Unfortunately, the nursery industry fuels the destruction of these vital ecosystems, as most conventional potting mixes are peat-based. The plastic wrap and transportation of peat products add even more to their footprint.

I’m excited to say our little farm is slowly weaning itself off peat and is now producing the majority of potting materials on-site. It helps that we’re so small-scale and close to the urban waste stream for deliveries of restaurant food scraps and arborist woodchips.

These stump grindings (pictured) have been a game changer - they are superfine shredded wood with a similar texture and water holding capacity to peat moss once hot composted. Spent Stropharia mushroom substrate and high-carbon fungi-rich compost is also a big component of our perennial potting blend. It’s been a decade of experimenting with local peat alternatives, so it’s extra exciting to finally have enough materials on hand to make this leap!”
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Thank you for the inspiration, @thimblehillnursery ❤️!
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Want to garden but short on space? Check out these root crops grown in plug trays! So inspiring! Plants are amazing 💫

EDIT: These are grown via a flood and drain (ebb/flood) irrigation system. Original photos via Peter Konjoian’s article at greenhousegrower.com (search for greenhouse grower plug root crop and you’ll find it.)
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We suspect the keys to success with this technique include:
🌱 Use the best soil you can get your hands on, plus fertilize regularly with good organic fertilizer (they’ll use up the nutrients in the soil quickly)
🌱 Give the plants as much sunlight as you can, and/or use a grow light.
🌱 Stay on top of watering, as small containers dry out fast. Consider imitating the ebb/flood system to water and fertilize.
🌱 Use a tray under the plug tray to catch water, the majority of the feeder roots grow into the tray.

Has anyone else done this? Any tips to share?

Regram from @theplantcharmer, original photos by Peter Konjoian
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Looking for local farms and food in the Kootenays? Check out our Kootenay Farm Directory, complete with info on who’s offering direct sales through CSA, farmers’ markets, online sales, delivery or pick-up.

Tap photo and see comments to see some farms on the list who are also on Instagram!

Visit our #linkinbio under “Blog” or visit youngagrarians.org/kootenay-farm-directory-2020 📸: of @edibleacresfarmcafe

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We’ve been brainstorming ways we can support farmers during these challenging times, and ensure our communities have access to safe and nutritious food.

Supporting our local food systems is more important than ever. Small farms will have a much harder time riding the economic slowdown than bigger businesses. As restaurants and other markets close, some farmers are experiencing challenges getting their produce to consumers.

Fortunately, farmers are a creative bunch, and many are restructuring their sales channels via online pre-ordering, pickup, and delivery to optimize safety and make sure their food gets to eaters.

We're all in this together, and now is a great time to buy from your local farmer.
Resources for Consumers:

1. Looking for a farm near you? Check out the U-Map! (#linkinbio)
Peruse farm listings across Canada. Visit the farm's website or reach out to them to see how you can buy their products safely.

2. Order a CSA!
Short for community supported agriculture. Pre-ordering CSA boxes now guarantees food for the season ahead, and puts money in the pockets of farmers when they need it most. Many farms already offer this, or are increasing the number of subscriptions now.

3. Online Grocery Delivery
@spuddelivers is a sustainable grocery delivery business. They operate in BC and Alberta, and for the month of March they are donating a portion of sales from women-owned vendors to Young Agrarians. Get groceries, grow a farmer! #linkinbio

4. Shop at a Farmers' Market
Most farmers' markets are remaining open, as they are first and foremost food retail establishments for people to purchase food while supporting local farmer and producer livelihoods. They are not considered a high risk for transmission, and can even be safer than grocery stores because they are outdoors and have fewer people handling produce. Visit the @bcfarmersmarket website for updates and great resources.

5. Consider Working or Volunteering on a Farm
Farms of all sizes may experience labour shortages. Consider applying to work or volunteer on a farm this season if you are healthy.

Read the whole blog post at our #linkinbio
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We can do this! Lots of love from the YA team ❤️

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Starting a garden while social distancing? Check out this guide to fast-growing veggies from @zizaurbanfarm! Keep on growing! ✌️🌱
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"My name is Elly Rakhmetouline and I own and run @latebloomersflowerfarm in Vancouver, BC. I’ve been lucky enough to have two mentors this season; a business one and a production one. The incredibly smart, persistent and helpful Kristen Nammour has been helping me whip the business aspect of the farm into shape. Amie Bengtson of @backcountryblooms in Lumby, BC is my flower growing mentor helping me wrap my brain around producing flowers in a more efficient way."
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Elly is a participant in our Business Mentorship Network. Learn about how she went from desk job to farmer at our #linkinbio under “Blog”
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Feb 3: Salmon Arm – Environmental Farm Plan Workshop

Posted by Emily Jubenvill on January 16, 2018

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