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YA Business Mentorship Network – Fisher’s Farm Natural Goods

Posted by Tori Ames on October 07, 2023

Young Agrarians is celebrating the tenth year of the Business Mentorship Network (BMN) program in BC and the second year of the program in the Prairies! The BMN offers farm business mentorship to a diverse array of new and young farmers. The mentorship is offered over the course of a year. Through one-on-one mentorship, peer networks and online workshops new farmers develop the skills necessary to operate ecologically sustainable and financially viable farm businesses. Applications for mentees across Western Canada are open October 1st to 31st, 2023. Check out the Business Mentorship Network page for more information! Apply Now to … Continue reading YA Business Mentorship Network – Fisher’s Farm Natural Goods →

YA Business Mentorship Network – Fisher’s Farm Natural Goods

Posted by Tori Ames on May 25, 2023

Young Agrarians is celebrating the ninth year of the Business Mentorship Network (BMN) program in BC and the expansion of the program across the Prairies! The BMN offers business mentorships to a diverse array of new and young farmers. Through one-on-one mentorship, peer networks and online workshops young farmers develop the skills necessary to operate ecologically sustainable and financially viable farm businesses. Applications open for Mentees across Western Canada in October 2023. Mentor applications are accepted year-round. Check out the Business Mentorship Network page for more information! Want to learn more about our Mentees (or Mentors)? Below you’ll find a Q&A where you can learn all … Continue reading YA Business Mentorship Network – Fisher’s Farm Natural Goods →

YA APPRENTICESHIP 2023: NINETTE, MB – LUNA FIELD FARM

Posted by Sara Yagelniski on November 04, 2022 1 Comment

Do you dream of being a full time farmer and growing food for your community? Luna Field Farm is excited to offer a hands-on apprenticeship to help you on your farming journey. About the Farm Luna Field Farm is located on Treaty 1 territory near Ninette, Manitoba, Canada. Luna Field Farm is a pasture (grass)-based livestock farm operated by Wian Prinsloo and Lydia Carpenter. The farm is run on several hundred acres of grazing pasture land in southwestern Manitoba. Through an ecological lens they focus on the health of their livestock, pastures [plants], and soils, recognizing that “we are what we eat, from the ground … Continue reading YA APPRENTICESHIP 2023: NINETTE, MB – LUNA FIELD FARM →

LAND OPPORTUNITY: 1 Acre with Market Garden, Fruit Trees, Greenhouses and more – Ladysmith, BC

Posted by Azja Jones Martin on December 16, 2021

We have more land opportunities than what is listed here! Get in touch with a Land Matcher at land@youngagrarians.org to access our full land inventory and B.C. Land Matching Program support in your region. ABOUT THE LAND This productive, well maintained mixed 1 acre farm is looking for a leasing farmer to continue to steward the land. All natural practices have been used throughout. Access is from road at the south end of the property, and the farmable space runs to the north – approximately 400 feet long, including space occupied by small outbuildings and greenhouses in the centre of the farm. Cultivatable … Continue reading LAND OPPORTUNITY: 1 Acre with Market Garden, Fruit Trees, Greenhouses and more – Ladysmith, BC →

A Day In The Life of an Apprentice: Madison Anderson – South Glanton Farms

Posted by Michelle Lam on November 16, 2021 1 Comment

At the age of 25, Madison Anderson decided that she wanted a change in her career. She’d previously worked with people with disabilities for six years when she decided to take the Agribusiness program through Assiniboine Community College (ACC). The program focused a lot on agronomy — the study of crop production — but Madison wanted something different. She wanted to learn about regenerative agriculture in a hands-on setting. “I like how positive [regenerative farming] is about the world and the soils that we have,” explained Madison. Through ACC, she came across the Young Agrarians Farm Apprenticeship program — a … Continue reading A Day In The Life of an Apprentice: Madison Anderson – South Glanton Farms →

A Day in the Life of an Apprentice: Daniel Fayad – Peregrine Farm

Posted by Michelle Lam on October 08, 2021

Peregrine Farm is a regenerative farm located in Wishart, SK within Treaty 4 Territory. The property is off-grid and houses 4,000 chickens, 50 laying hens, a few beehives, and 13 pigs. Daniel Fayad is a Red Seal electrician and farmer-in-the-making who is a Young Agrarians (YA) Apprentice at Peregrine Farm. Daniel had heard about Jeff Kinash after spending some time gardening at Jeff’s father-in-law’s property in Wishart. “He’s like, ‘oh you guys seem like…you’re kind of the same person. You’re very similar in how you act and how you think and stuff like that,” quotes Daniel, reflecting on a conversation … Continue reading A Day in the Life of an Apprentice: Daniel Fayad – Peregrine Farm →

POSTPONED: APR 4, 2020: CLEARWATER, MB – Introduction to Pastured Poultry Workshop

Posted by Dana Penrice on March 05, 2020

This event has been postponed. We’re partnering with the Harvest Moon Society to bring you a workshop to get you started in poultry. WHEN: Saturday, April 4th 9:30 am to 4:00 pm WHERE: The Harvest Moon Learning Centre, Clearwater, MB WHAT: This workshop will cover: FARM & ENTERPRISE GOALS BREED & STRAIN SELECTION BASICS OF BROODING MANAGING POULTRY ON PASTURE POULTRY EQUIPMENT WINTER HOUSING REGISTRATION: $75 per person (includes lunch). Space is limited so register by March 31st. To register contact info@harvestmoonsociety.org

POSITION FILLED: FARM JOB: VICTORIA, BC – Fickle Fig Farm, Livestock Farmer

Posted by Michalina Hunter on January 23, 2019

This position was filled as of April 1, 2019. Fickle Fig Farm in Saanich, BC is hiring a permanent Livestock Farmer! About Fickle Fig Farm The Fickle Fig Farm is looking to hire a passionate individual to be our livestock farmer. We raise livestock as well as grow annual & perennial vegetables, fruits, flowers and herbs for our year-round farmers market, bakery and bistro in North Saanich. We use our very own produce and ingredients with an added Italian flair. We believe in sustainable farming and only use what is in season. Here at the Fickle Fig we aim to build community … Continue reading POSITION FILLED: FARM JOB: VICTORIA, BC – Fickle Fig Farm, Livestock Farmer →

Sept 17: Coldstream, BC – Grassy Gnome Acres Farm Tour & Potluck

Posted by Emily Jubenvill on September 12, 2017

Join us for a farm tour and potluck at Grassy Gnome Acres in Coldstream, BC! We’ll get to check out their pasture raised and organic sheep, pigs, turkey, and chicken operation. Our farm tour and potlucks are a great way to connect with other farmers, gardeners, and farm curious folks of all ages! Please bring a dish to share at the potluck and your own beverage, plate and cutlery. WHEN: Sunday September 17th, 2017 – 3:30pm-7:30pm. Farm tour starts at 3:30pm Potluck begins at 5:00pm (held under cover in case of rain) WHERE: 5201 Reid Rd, Coldstream, British Columbia RSVP to the Facebook event … Continue reading Sept 17: Coldstream, BC – Grassy Gnome Acres Farm Tour & Potluck →

FARM JOB: COBBLE HILL, BC – Lockwood Farms – Farm Labourer

Posted by Moss Dance on June 16, 2017

Lockwood Farms is looking to hire a strapping lad or lass who knows how to swing an axe! We’re looking for that ‘farm kid’, who gets dirty to get a job done. The work will include, but is not limited to: seeding, weeding, planting, constructing crop supports and covers, installing irrigation, tractor driving, ploughing, rototilling, light excavation, cleaning and organizing work areas, mucking out, power washing and disinfecting, feeding chickens, installing chicken equipment, collecting eggs, following and implementing bio-security measures, harvesting, prepping for market, egg washing and grading, and serving customers who arrive on the farm. 40hrs a week. Desired … Continue reading FARM JOB: COBBLE HILL, BC – Lockwood Farms – Farm Labourer →