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Programs
Young Agrarians programs work to grow new and young farmers by connecting them to networks on the ground. We offer on-farm apprenticeships, land matching services, business mentorships, e-learning courses, educational events, and so much more!
Apprenticeship Program
The Young Agrarians Apprenticeship Program runs across Western Canada and is an annual immersion training program in regenerative agriculture. Apprenticeships take place during the growing season and typically last 4 to 8 months.
business mentorship network
Young Agrarians offers business mentorships across Western Canada that pair new, next-generation, or farmers adding a new enterprise with established farm business operators to develop business skills.
B.C. Land Matching Program
The B.C. Land Matching Program offers hands-on, land matching and technical assistance support to pair up farmers ready to start businesses with landowners. Intake is year round.
Alberta Land Matching Program
The Alberta Land Matching Program provides personalized land matching services to farmers looking for land to start or expand their farm, and landholders interested in finding someone to farm their land.
E-Learning
Young Agrarians offers an ever-growing selection of online courses to support new and aspiring farmers from across Canada. Join our online community to learn and connect with farmers near and far!
Take Root
The Take Root program is YA’s commitment to advancing Indigenous Food Sovereignty and supporting Indigenous farmers, food producers, and communities across Turtle Island. It’s also a place for non-Indigenous farmers to learn more about Indigenous food systems, Land Back, decolonial action, and practical ways to foster respectful relationships with Indigenous peoples and lands in your own work.
Advocacy
New farmers face significant challenges accessing land and capital. Young Agrarians advocates for policies and programs to support new and equity-seeking farmers towards farm renewal in Canada.
Events
Young Agrarians coordinates year-round on and off-farm community-building and educational events including mixers, land links and land socials, webinars, and more.
