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CANCELLED- SEP 4, 2022: TERRACE, BC – Skeena-Bulkley Farmers Meet & Greet at Thimbleberry Farm

Posted by Darcy Smith on August 16, 2022

This event has been cancelled due to Covid-19. We apologize for the inconvenience, and we hope to gather with you soon! Interested in local food systems and security? You’re invited to an afternoon of connecting with local farmers and food producers at the fourth annual Skeena-Bulkley Farmers Meet and Greet at Thimbleberry Farm in Terrace, BC! Join Vicky and Chris of Thimbleberry Farm for an afternoon of networking and idea-sharing. Make new connections and strengthen old ones among the region’s agricultural community members. This casual afternoon will consist of an introduction circle, farm tour, and potluck grazing table. Bring a snack … Continue reading CANCELLED- SEP 4, 2022: TERRACE, BC – Skeena-Bulkley Farmers Meet & Greet at Thimbleberry Farm →

AUG 8, 2022: PRINCE RUPERT, BC – Farm Tour & Potluck at Rainbow End Farm

Posted by Darcy Smith on July 21, 2022

You’re invited to a Farm Tour & Potluck at Rainbow End Farm in Prince Rupert, BC! Rainbow End Farm is an intensive permaculture farmstead providing a wide variety of fruits and vegetables to the home, CSA members, and the local food bank. The farm doubled in size in response to empty food shelves in March 2020 and a renewed focus on local food security. Rainbow End Farm is situated on two city lots, the street margins and currently is in the process of expanding onto neighbour’s properties. In 2021, surplus production donated to the food bank rose to $7700 worth … Continue reading AUG 8, 2022: PRINCE RUPERT, BC – Farm Tour & Potluck at Rainbow End Farm →

MARCH 19, 2022: TERRACE, BC – Northwest Growers Conference

Posted by Darcy Smith on February 15, 2022

You’re invited to the Northwest Growers Conference in Terrace, BC! Join us for an afternoon gathering of Skeena & Bulkley Valley producers to share information and support the development of new producers! The Northwest Growers Conference is being hosted at Hidden Acres Farm and Treehouse Resort in Terrace, BC. The event is sponsored by Ministry of Agriculture | Canadian Agricultural Partnership (CAP). WHEN: Saturday, March 19, 2022 | 12:30 – 4:30 PM WHERE: Hidden Acres Farm and Treehouse Resort, 3527 River Dr, Terrace, BC, V8G 3P2 REGISTER: Due to limited spaces, we ask everyone planning to attend the conference to register. … Continue reading MARCH 19, 2022: TERRACE, BC – Northwest Growers Conference →

SEPT 12, 2021: TERRACE, BC – Skeena-Bulkley Farmers Meet & Greet at Thimbleberry Farm

Posted by Darcy Smith on August 05, 2021

Interested in local food systems and security? You’re invited to an afternoon of connecting with local farmers, food producers at the third annual Skeena-Bulkley Farmers Meet and Greet at Thimbleberry Farm in Terrace, BC! Join Vicky and Chris of Thimbleberry Farm for an afternoon of networking and idea-sharing. Make new connections and strengthen old ones among the region’s agricultural community members. This casual afternoon will consist of an introduction circle, farm tour, and potluck grazing table. Bring a snack or dish to share, and get ready to make new farm friends and expand your support network! WHEN: Sunday, September 12, 2021 | … Continue reading SEPT 12, 2021: TERRACE, BC – Skeena-Bulkley Farmers Meet & Greet at Thimbleberry Farm →

FEB 22 & 23: GRANDE PRAIRIE, AB – YA Peace Country Winter Mixer

Posted by Lilli Klamke on February 18, 2020

The third annual Young Agrarians Farmer Mixer in the Peace Country is coming up! If you are a farmer, passionate food lover, grower, or a farm dreamer, join us! These two days will be filled with networking, skill-sharing, and farm inspiration to help you grow your own farm business and brand your farm story. Meet with other farmers and share your story, your ideas, struggles, and successes. Find mentors and supporters, engage in new opportunities and get to know your farming companions in the Peace Country. When: Saturday, February 22 – Sunday, February 23, 2020 Where:  Camp Tamarack, Grande Prairie. Follow Highway … Continue reading FEB 22 & 23: GRANDE PRAIRIE, AB – YA Peace Country Winter Mixer →

MAR 7, 2020: TERRACE, BC – Skeena-Bulkley Farmers Meet & Greet with Thimbleberry Farm

Posted by Michalina Hunter on December 30, 2019

Interested in local food systems and security? You’re invited to an afternoon of connecting with local farmers, food producers at the second annual Skeena-Bulkley Valley Meet and Greet. Join Vicky and Chris of Thimbleberry Farm for an afternoon of networking and idea-sharing. Make new connections and strengthen old ones among the region’s agricultural community members. This casual afternoon will consist of an introduction circle, farm tour, and potluck grazing table. Bring a snack or dish to share, and get ready to make new farm friends and expand your support network! WHEN: Saturday, March 7, 2020 | 2–6PM WHERE: Thimbleberry Farm, 2206 Archer Avenue, Terrace, … Continue reading MAR 7, 2020: TERRACE, BC – Skeena-Bulkley Farmers Meet & Greet with Thimbleberry Farm →

MARCH 2-3, 2019: GRANDE PRAIRIE, AB – YA Peace Country Winter Mixer

Posted by Lilli Klamke on February 12, 2019

The second Young Agrarians Farmer Mixer in the Peace Country is coming up! If you are a farmer, passionate food lover, grower, or a farm dreamer, join us! These two days will be filled with networking, skill sharing, and farm inspiration to help you grow your own farm business and farm story. When: Saturday, March 2 – Sunday, March 3, 2019 Where:  Camp Tamarack located south of Grande Prairie. Follow Highway 40 south, turn east onto secondary Highway 668, turn south onto Range Road 62 and you will find the camp on your left side. Find it on Google Maps. Cost: $75 + … Continue reading MARCH 2-3, 2019: GRANDE PRAIRIE, AB – YA Peace Country Winter Mixer →

January 12 & 13: ALIX, AB – Young Agrarians Central Alberta Winter Mixer

Posted by Dana Penrice on January 10, 2019 3 Comments

Calling all farm dreamers and food growers! Join us for our 2nd Young Agrarians Winter Mixer in Alix, AB for two days farm inspiration and skill sharing to help you grow your farm business. There will be workshops on getting your farm started, farm financial planning, direct marketing, and stories from successful farm start-ups. Meet with other farmers and share ideas, struggles and successes. Find mentors and supporters and learn what works right here in Central Alberta. And come for the fun! There will be farmer slide shows, the Farmer’s Library, campfires and more!!! When: Saturday, January 12 – Sunday, January 13, 2019 Where:  Deer Valley Meadows … Continue reading January 12 & 13: ALIX, AB – Young Agrarians Central Alberta Winter Mixer →