Tag Archives: Farm Apprenticeship

Notes from the Field: Jennica Taylor – Common Ground Garden Project

Posted by Lourdes Still on August 17, 2023

Jennica Taylor is one of the apprentices who joined the 2023 cohort of the Young Agrarians Apprenticeship Program (YAAP) on the Prairies. YAAP is a full immersion initiative that pairs aspiring farmers with host farms to gain skills and knowledge on how to manage their own farms someday. Jennica’s host farm is the Common Ground Garden Project in Red Deer, Alberta and she shared with us her experience so far this season. “I’ve been learning lots about above-ground gardening this summer. Lots of different ways to grow! I am working at the Common Ground Garden Project in Red Deer, Alberta. … Continue reading Notes from the Field: Jennica Taylor – Common Ground Garden Project →

Notes from the Field: Jacob Ulickij – Good Note Community Farm

Posted by JoHana Harcourt on July 31, 2023

This season, a new cohort joined the Young Agrarians Apprenticeship Program for immersive, hands-on learning experiences with mentor farmers across Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba. Jacob Ulickij is an apprentice at Good Notes Community Farm in New Sarepta, Alberta, a community of gardeners, gleaners, and pastured chicken tenders. Read on to hear some of Jacob’s thoughts on his experience so far! “The only rhythm I could describe as keeping pace with the farm would be jazz. Free-flowing leaps between highs and lows, dizzying dynamics, and the pervasive feeling of having stepped into something you can only marginally keep up with. Like … Continue reading Notes from the Field: Jacob Ulickij – Good Note Community Farm →

YA Apprenticeship 2025: Goodfare, AB – The Homestead

Posted by Kolby Peterson on November 01, 2022 8 Comments

Are you an aspiring regenerative farmer looking for an adventure in mixed farming and direct marketing? The Homestead is looking for apprentices to join their team this spring! About the Farm The Homestead is a certified organic farm situated between the arable prairie of the Peace Country and a wilderness that extends all the way to the Pacific Ocean. It was started by Lisa and Donovan Kitt, two young farmers passionate about growing nourishing food. They have grown their subsistence farm into a medium-sized established operation that specializes in producing and direct marketing eggs, vegetables, micro-greens, pork, beef, and chickens. … Continue reading YA Apprenticeship 2025: Goodfare, AB – The Homestead →

FARM JOB: GALIANO ISLAND, BC – Galiano Conservancy Association, Sustainable Food Systems Technician

Posted by Michalina Hunter on January 11, 2022

The Galiano Conservancy Association on Galiano Island, BC is seeking a Sustainable Food Systems Technician for the 2022 season! The Galiano Conservancy Association seeks a highly-motivated individual for the position of Sustainable Food Systems Technician. This 16-week full-time internship offers engaging work and an opportunity to gain career skills in the beautiful setting of Galiano Island from May through August. Sustainable Food Systems Technician Start date: May 2, 2022 Wage: $18.00 / hour + 4% Vacation Pay Hours: 35 hours / week (on average), typically Mon-Fri, 9am-4pm Anticipated End Date: August 27, 2022 Duration: 16 weeks equivalent (560 hours over … Continue reading FARM JOB: GALIANO ISLAND, BC – Galiano Conservancy Association, Sustainable Food Systems Technician →

A Day In The Life of an Apprentice: Bronwyn Green – Gripfast Farms

Posted by Michelle Lam on November 25, 2021

Animals, food, and community — these are three aspects that Bronwyn Green imagines as part of a successful closed-loop circle. Bronwyn Green was a Young Agrarians (YA) Apprentice who spent the season at Gripfast Farms near Binscarth, MB. The farm primarily focuses on regenerative agriculture methods to raise grass-fed beef and is owned by Doug Turnbull and Carol Lanz-Turnbull. We chatted with Bronwyn to learn more about her experience as an Apprentice. Bronywn has always had a passion for local food. She owns a food business called “G Spot Winnipeg” which uses produce sourced from nearby farms to make spreads … Continue reading A Day In The Life of an Apprentice: Bronwyn Green – Gripfast Farms →

Call for Host Farms: Young Agrarians Apprenticeship Program

Posted by Dana Penrice on September 22, 2021 2 Comments

We are seeking Host Farm Mentors for the 2025 season of Young Agrarians (YA) Apprenticeship Program in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba to grow the next generation of regenerative agriculture practitioners. Are you a rancher or farmer who is a dedicated steward of the land? Are you a skilled and enthusiastic teacher who has a passion for mentoring young and aspiring farmers? Do you have a farm philosophy that recognizes the connectedness of the land and people? Well if the boot fits, then you would likely make a good mentor in our program! What it’s like to be a … Continue reading Call for Host Farms: Young Agrarians Apprenticeship Program →

APPRENTICESHIP: CAMROSE, AB – Lil Ryley Farms

Posted by Michalina Hunter on March 16, 2021

Lil Ryley Farms in Camrose, Alberta is seeking an apprentice for the 2021 season! About Lil Ryley Farms We are a mixed market farm that raise sheep, poultry, laying hens and grow 3 acres of vegetables. Our farm sits on an early 1900s homestead where we still use the old buildings for our current operation. Our farm store is located inside the 1902 house and features not only our products but also products that are locally produced. Our farm is open to the public during the summer months with our garden available as a U-Pick, we host farm tours and … Continue reading APPRENTICESHIP: CAMROSE, AB – Lil Ryley Farms →

YA APPRENTICESHIP 2021: Minto, MB – Rourke Farms Ltd. Organics

Posted by Justin Girard on March 15, 2021

PAID GRAIN APPRENTICESHIP 2021 Do you want to build your skill, knowledge, and experience in organic grain farming? Rourke Farms LTD. Organics is offering an apprenticeship to take a step into the world of larger scale grain production, both conventional and organic. DEADLINE TO APPLY IS EXTENDED – APPLY TODAY (link at bottom of the page) About the Farm Rourke Farm is located near Minto, MB. Rourke Farms is an organic grain farm made up of David, Diane, Don (their son), Dorian (their daughter) and Dorian’s husband, John, plus a couple of hired hands. They are a big farm with … Continue reading YA APPRENTICESHIP 2021: Minto, MB – Rourke Farms Ltd. Organics →

FREDERICTON, NB: Regenerative Farming Internship at Hayes Farm

Posted by Michalina Hunter on February 18, 2021

Looking to learn about Regenerative Agriculture? Check out the Regenerative Farming Internship in Fredericton, New Brunswick! Reconnect with the land and community to find your purpose. This is no ordinary program. If you’re looking to see how food justice, food security, and climate issues play out in the real world, this program is for you. Put your knowledge to work in the fields of Hayes Farm, a working farm in the heart of Fredericton. Regenerative agriculture enriches the soil instead of depleting it, respects nature instead of exploiting it, captures carbon instead of releasing it, and supports the interconnectedness of … Continue reading FREDERICTON, NB: Regenerative Farming Internship at Hayes Farm →

APPRENTICESHIPS: TSAWWASSEN, BC – Salt & Harrow Farm

Posted by Michalina Hunter on February 18, 2021

Salt & Harrow Farm in Tsawwassen, BC is seeking Organic Farm Apprentices for the 2021 season! About Salt & Harrow Farm Salt & Harrow Farm is a certified organic vegetable farm opening a new location in Tsawwassen, BC. Ten acres are devoted to vegetable production, with over 50 varieties of vegetables, legumes, fruits, and herbs. We sell our produce at six farmers markets, to restaurants, our Salt & Harrow Storehouse, and through a full-choice membership program. We hope our food is a reflection of the place in which it is grown and the joy we take in growing it. By caring … Continue reading APPRENTICESHIPS: TSAWWASSEN, BC – Salt & Harrow Farm →