Tag Archives: Food Forest

JOB: REMOTE – Small-Scale Meat Producers Association, Communications & Member Engagement Coordinator

Posted by JoHana Harcourt on May 08, 2024

The Small-Scale Meat Producers Association is hiring a Communications & Member Engagement Coordinator! About the Small-Scale Meat Producers Association The Small-Scale Meat Producers Association represents British Columbia farmers and ranchers who are raising meat outside of the conventional, industrial system. We are a registered non-profit society made up of primary-producers, processors and supportive individuals and organizations. Our mission is to build greater stability and growth opportunities for small-scale meat producers in British Columbia. ABOUT THE ROLE We are seeking a dynamic and skilled Communications and Member Engagement Coordinator to join our team. This position will be responsible for developing and … Continue reading JOB: REMOTE – Small-Scale Meat Producers Association, Communications & Member Engagement Coordinator →

LAND OPPORTUNITY: Market Gardening at Snowshoe Creek Organics – Robson Valley, BC

Posted by Andrew Adams on March 13, 2024

We always have new land opportunities coming into our inventory, some of which aren’t on our blog yet! Get in touch with a Land Matcher at bclmp@youngagrarians.org to learn about the latest opportunities and to access free B.C. Land Matching Program services in your region. ABOUT THE LAND Snowshoe Creek Organics is situated on a scenic 500-acre property in the Robson Valley, bordered by the Fraser River along the south and surrounded by the beautiful Cariboo and Rocky Mountain ranges. Landholders Charles & Elizabeth have been gardening and farming on the land near for over fifteen years. With generous rainfall and excellent silty soil, … Continue reading LAND OPPORTUNITY: Market Gardening at Snowshoe Creek Organics – Robson Valley, BC →

JOB: REMOTE – BC Association of Farmers’ Markets, Knowledge Coordinator

Posted by JoHana Harcourt on September 06, 2023

The BC Association of Farmers’ Markets is looking for a Knowledge Coordinator! About the BC Association of Farmers’ Markets A provincial non-profit, the mission of BC Association of Farmers’ Markets (BCAFM) is to support, develop and promote member farmers’ markets across all regions of British Columbia. BCAFM is a unified voice for 145+ member farmers’ markets, home to over 6,000+ farmers, food processors and artisans who share a common vision of ‘BC Grow, Make, Bake’. In addition to many other exciting projects and initiatives, BCAFM is proud to lead the BC Farmers’ Market Trail campaign and deliver the BC Farmers’ … Continue reading JOB: REMOTE – BC Association of Farmers’ Markets, Knowledge Coordinator →

JOB: Vancouver Island, BC – BC Association of Farmers’ Markets, Program Manager

Posted by JoHana Harcourt on February 28, 2023

The BC Association of Farmers’ Markets is looking for a Hatch + Hype Program Manager for  Vancouver Island, the Gulf Islands and Sunshine Coast. About BC Association of Farmers’ Markets A provincial non-profit, the mission of BC Association of Farmers’ Markets (BCAFM) is to support, develop and promote member farmers’ markets across all regions of British Columbia. BCAFM is a unified voice for 145+ member farmers’ markets, home to over 6,000+ farmers, food processors and artisans who share a common vision of ‘BC Grow, Make, Bake’. In addition to many other exciting projects and initiatives, BCAFM is proud to lead … Continue reading JOB: Vancouver Island, BC – BC Association of Farmers’ Markets, Program Manager →

LAND OPPORTUNITY: 7 acres of cleared river valley land near Terrace, BC

Posted by Darcy Smith on November 23, 2022

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 Situated in the Greater Terrace area, this prime land is near the confluence of the Skeena and Zygomatitz Rivers. Historically used for hay and potato production, the property encompasses cleared land and is currently home to a variety of juvenile hazelnut and apple tress with plenty of space for additional food growing. Of the 22 acres, around 7 is cleared with potential for market gardening or orchard expansion. … Continue reading LAND OPPORTUNITY: 7 acres of cleared river valley land near Terrace, BC →

Filled – LAND OPPORTUNITY: Half Acre with Outbuildings, Living Space and Room to Expand – Port Alberni, BC

Posted by Azja Jones Martin on March 09, 2022

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 6.8 acre property is tucked away in a beautiful, quiet area just outside the city of Port Alberni. The property runs east/west, with a long road frontage along the south side. A small stream towards the east side of the property runs to the south, dividing a clear and level approximately 0.5 acre available for lease from the rest of the property. This 0.5 acre … Continue reading Filled – LAND OPPORTUNITY: Half Acre with Outbuildings, Living Space and Room to Expand – Port Alberni, BC →

JOB: Lillooet, BC – Lillooet Agriculture and Food Society, Executive Director

Posted by Michalina Hunter on November 19, 2021

The Lillooet Agriculture and Food Society (LAFS) is looking for a new Executive Director! General Description of work This part-time contract position is to coordinate the Lillooet Agriculture and Food Society (LAFS). This work will be guided by the purposes of LAFS: To enhance the agricultural viability of the Lillooet region To promote awareness, education and research related to agriculture, enterprise, sustainability and food security To support and connect local food and agricultural enterprises; and To build community support for our local food system and unique food culture. Key tasks will include: Program development and coordination: overseeing LAFS programs and … Continue reading JOB: Lillooet, BC – Lillooet Agriculture and Food Society, Executive Director →

FARM JOB: Ganges, Salt Spring Island, BC – Phoenix Farm, Farm Manager

Posted by Michalina Hunter on November 16, 2021

Phoenix Farm in Ganges, Salt Spring Island, BC is seeking a Farm Manager! ABOUT Phoenix Farm Phoenix Farm is 18 acres of rolling fields and orchards, shared by 2 land owners. This position is for managing the farm operations of the West share of the property, about 7 acres of orchards, young food forest plantations, and gardens. Mature apple and cherry orchards are producing and we are creating a variety of value-added products including Cider. Hundreds of young trees and berry bushes are well underway and there is a nursery and space to plant more. We also have a flock … Continue reading FARM JOB: Ganges, Salt Spring Island, BC – Phoenix Farm, Farm Manager →

LAND OPPORTUNITY: Remote farming in the Chilcotin Plateau, BC

Posted by Jolene Swain on May 19, 2021 2 Comments

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 Looking to get away from it all? Nestled in a very remote valley, in a very remote region, this West Chilcotin property can be found somewhere between Anahim Lake and Bella Coola. Access is by snowmobile for 5 months of the year, and via a rough bush road after that. Other residents in the area include bears, biting insects, and a very small community of homesteaders and ranchers. … Continue reading LAND OPPORTUNITY: Remote farming in the Chilcotin Plateau, BC →

LAND OPPORTUNITY: Historic farm on the goldrush trail, Likely BC

Posted by Jolene Swain on April 13, 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 A beautiful 80 acre parcel in Likely BC looking for new occupants! The land was originally occupied by Chinese farmers and was on the original Likely/Barkerville gold rush trail. A lot of great history in an amazing community. The property is on the bench directly above the Cariboo River and a third of the property is fenced pasture with a large garden with some fruit trees – looking … Continue reading LAND OPPORTUNITY: Historic farm on the goldrush trail, Likely BC →