JAN 20, 2025: ONLINE – Farm Start-Up Webinar for Aspiring Agrarians
Posted by Lourdes Still on December 10, 2024
Are you dreaming of starting a farm but are unsure of where to start? Join us for an inspiring and informative webinar designed for anyone wanting to discover valuable resources to support their farming journey. This event will bring together seasoned experts and experienced farmers to share their insights, programs and success stories. While some of the resources shared will be specific to Red Deer County residents and new farmers in Alberta, much of the content will be relevant to anyone eager to learn about programs that can help you along your farming journey. Speaker highlights: Alex Pulwicki (Young Agrarians): … Continue reading JAN 20, 2025: ONLINE – Farm Start-Up Webinar for Aspiring Agrarians
JAN 23, 2025: Brandon, MB – Farm Transition Workshop
Posted by Lourdes Still on November 27, 2024
Are you a farmer/rancher or landholder planning your transition? Or, are you a young farmer/rancher looking to step into a farm management position or scale your operation? Join us for an interactive session to help you establish good communication and set the stage for a successful farm transition! Farm transitions aren’t just about the business, it’s also about the people. Plenty of resources and support are available to help you make the best decisions on the numbers side. This session is focused on helping you establish and maintain a good dynamic between the people involved. Whether the farm is being … Continue reading JAN 23, 2025: Brandon, MB – Farm Transition Workshop
We’re hiring! In-House Finance Administrator
Posted by Taina Uitto on November 27, 2024
Young Agrarians is hiring an In-House Finance Administrator! Location: Remote with some in-person meetings. Candidate must live in British Columbia. Please indicate where in BC you live on your application. Deadline for Applications: Rolling until filled. We will be processing applications as they are received, and the position will start ASAP when we find the right candidate. We are seeking a detail-oriented and tech-savvy In-House Finance Administrator to join our team. This position is ideal for someone with a passion for improving systems, working with nonprofit organizations, and contributing to the financial health of a mission-driven team. If you thrive … Continue reading We’re hiring! In-House Finance Administrator
JAN 7, 2025: ONLINE – Meet the Host Farmers Info Session
Posted by Lourdes Still on November 14, 2024
Join us for an info session to learn about the Young Agrarians Apprenticeship Program. Meet some of the amazing host farm mentors, ask questions about their farms, learn more about the kinds of apprenticeships they offer and what a typical day is like for their apprentices. Bring your questions! By attending this session, you will have: increased chances of getting an interview with the farm of your choice the opportunity to learn about what makes each of the host farms or ranches special, so you can decide what farm is the right fit for you a chance to chat with … Continue reading JAN 7, 2025: ONLINE – Meet the Host Farmers Info Session
YA APPRENTICESHIP 2025: MINNEDOSA, MB – RUSTY OAK SIMMENTAL
Posted by Jennifer Sparling on December 12, 2024
Do you love animals, want to learn more about regenerative livestock management practices and raise food for your community? Rusty Oak Simmental is excited to offer a hands-on apprenticeship just for you! About the Farm Rusty Oak Simmental is located near Minnedosa, MB – Treaty 2 Territory Rusty Oak Simmental is a beautiful family farm run by a whole family; Barry Ross lives and works on the land and farms with his two sons, along with Barry’s brother and his 2 sons and daughter. They are a regenerative beef operation that consists of 120 cow calf pairs. After twenty five … Continue reading YA APPRENTICESHIP 2025: MINNEDOSA, MB – RUSTY OAK SIMMENTAL
FARM JOB: Pemberton, BC – Rootdown Organic Farm, Organic Farm Field Crew
Posted by JoHana Harcourt on December 12, 2024
Rootdown Organic Farm in Pemberton, BC is seeking a Organic Farm Field Crew – with Optional Lead Roles! ABOUT Rootdown Organic Farm Rootdown Farm is a Certified Organic mixed veggie farm in the beautiful Pemberton Valley that strives for environmental, economic, and social sustainability in all its operations. Established in 2009, we grow and sell 30+ different types of vegetables within Whistler and Pemberton through various sales channels (CSA harvest boxes, restaurants, grocery stores). We are committed to serving the communities of Pemberton and Whistler with high quality, healthy food. We use a couple of small tractors, a walk behind … Continue reading FARM JOB: Pemberton, BC – Rootdown Organic Farm, Organic Farm Field Crew
YA APPRENTICESHIP 2025: SHERWOOD PARK, AB – BLOOMS ON 7
Posted by Jennifer Sparling on December 10, 2024
Have you been dreaming of calling a field of flowers your workplace? Are you interested in floral horticulture, fuzzy alpacas and creating joy-filled farm experiences for your community? Blooms on 7 is excited to offer a hands-on apprenticeship opportunity just for you! About the Farm and the Mentors Blooms on 7 is located just south of Sherwood Park, Alberta (15 minute drive, east of Edmonton) – Treaty 6 Territory Blooms on 7 Flower Farm was started by Brianna Sims in the spring of 2021. Like many of us, in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic, Brianna began to consider her … Continue reading YA APPRENTICESHIP 2025: SHERWOOD PARK, AB – BLOOMS ON 7