Posts tagged “#newfarmers”

“The way that we farm and the reason we do it is a direct response to the current climate crisis. For us, it is extremely important to consider how our practices impact the environment and for our time stewarding this land to improve the environment for current and future generations. As farmers, we are a

We’re excited to introduce Kalynn Spain, the new Apprenticeship and Manitoba Program Manager at Young Agrarians! Read on to learn more about her background, what drew her to YA, and so much more. What is your name and pronouns? Kalynn Spain (she/her) On what territory are you currently residing? Treaty Two, traditional territories of the Anishiniabeg,

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 Just 10 minutes from Downtown Ganges, this

Cropthorne Farm in Delta, British Columbia is seeking a Production Lead! Do you love the finer details of growing plants? Geeking out over new pests and seeding rates? Learning about which biological insect to apply? Strategizing optimal irrigation set-ups? If you love working with the support of a team who is as enthusiastic about growing

Rose Cottage Garden in Nelson, BC is looking for an experienced and knowledgeable gardener for the annual growing season in their permaculture garden. About Rose Cottage Garden Rose Cottage garden is an urban farm in Uphill Nelson: The 1/3 acre organic gardens at Rose Cottage go back over a 100 years and were able to feed

Coop les Jardins de la Résistance in Ormstown, QC is seeking a Ouvrier agricole en maraîchage bio diversifiée- Automne / Organic farm worker for the fall! ABOUT Coop les Jardins de la Résistance Notre mission à la base est de produire des légumes et fruits délicieux et savoureux pour notre communauté sur 8 acres de

On July 6th, Young Agrarians (YA) gathered with apprentices and vegetable lovers at two beautiful market gardens just northeast of Winnipeg, Jonathan’s Farm and Hnatiuk Market Gardens. Both are seasoned farms running CSA’s (Community Support Agriculture) for their communities. During the farm tour, we had a sneak peak at their production practices. Jonathan and his

So you’ve decided to take the plunge and start a farm in Canada – great! Now, how will you afford it? Access to capital remains one of the biggest barriers to new farmers in Canada.  Did you know that many first generation farmers in Canada didn’t qualify for a loan when they were starting their