Tag Archives: regenerative

Farmer Looking for Land: 1/4 acre for herb production – Prince George, BC

Posted by Andrew Adams on February 21, 2025

We have lots of farmers looking for land, most of which aren’t on our blog! 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 FARMER Hannah, an experienced farmer and herbalist, is currently seeking a 1/4 acre (or more) to produce culinary and medicinal herbs. Hannah has worked on multiple market garden farms across northern BC, as well as in a food forestry operation. She has been a home herbalist for over a decade, and is now looking to provide … Continue reading Farmer Looking for Land: 1/4 acre for herb production – Prince George, BC

How To Start Farming In Alberta

Posted by Michelle Lam on January 23, 2025 6 Comments

A starter kit for those wondering how to start farming in Alberta. Young Agrarians (YA) is a farmer to farmer educational resource network for new and young ecological, organic and regenerative farmers in Canada. Read more about us here. Young Agrarians recognizes the unresolved Indigenous land title and rights in the diverse territories in what is today called Canada. As we live and work in the context of and in response to a colonial system of laws and policies, it is important to acknowledge the historical and ongoing impact of agriculture and land enclosure on Indigenous lands and food systems. In … Continue reading How To Start Farming In Alberta

Farmer looking for land: seeking land to sustainably raise livestock for local communities – BC

Posted by Andrew Adams on June 19, 2024

We have more land seekers and opportunities than what is listed here! 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 FARMERS Colin and Katie McInnes of The Dogs Run Farm are motivated by a commitment to regenerative agriculture, giving back to their community and honouring the skills and knowledge that have been passed down through generations. They have been running a thriving business in Clearwater, MB near Winnipeg since 2013, and are ready to make the move to BC! … Continue reading Farmer looking for land: seeking land to sustainably raise livestock for local communities – BC

How To Start Farming In Manitoba

Posted by Lourdes Still on February 26, 2024

A starter kit for those wondering how to start farming in Manitoba. Young Agrarians (YA) is a farmer to farmer educational resource network for new and young ecological, organic and regenerative farmers in Canada. Read more about us here. Young Agrarians recognizes the unresolved Indigenous land title and rights in the diverse territories in what is today called Canada. As we live and work in the context of and in response to a colonial system of laws and policies, it is important to acknowledge the historical and ongoing impact of agriculture and land enclosure on Indigenous lands and food systems. In … Continue reading How To Start Farming In Manitoba

Farmer looking for land: seeking land for compost production – Williams Lake, BC

Posted by Andrew Adams on February 12, 2024

We have more land seekers and opportunities than what is listed here! Get in touch with the a Land Matcher to access our full land inventory and B.C. Land Matching Program support in your region.  ABOUT THE FARMER Cariboo Compost is looking for land to produce high quality compost while reducing landfill waste. Cariboo Compost is the leading curbside organics pick-up service in the Cariboo region, currently serving the City of Williams Lake. As their business grows, they find themselves in need of additional space to expand their composting operations. The farmers’ vision is to divert organic waste from landfills and transform … Continue reading Farmer looking for land: seeking land for compost production – Williams Lake, BC

Land Access Stories: Yellow Boot Farm – Black Creek, BC

Posted by Kat Roger on February 05, 2024

Yellow Boot Farm is a regenerative diversified vegetable farm in Black Creek, BC. Leasing farmer Jaclyn Kirby was matched to ¼ acre of land through the B.C. Land Matching Program in September of 2021, and Yellow Boot Farm is now entering its third season on the land. Jaclyn and her family use regenerative practices to grow vegetables for the Comox Valley Farmers Market and Yellow Boot’s farm stand and a seasonal CSA, in addition to supplying peppers for hot sauce companies and produce for restaurants through the LUSH Valley Food Action Society. Jaclyn sources seeds for Yellow Boot’s 42+ varieties … Continue reading Land Access Stories: Yellow Boot Farm – Black Creek, BC

How To Start Farming In Saskatchewan

Posted by Lourdes Still on January 29, 2024

A starter kit for those wondering how to start farming in Saskatchewan. Young Agrarians (YA) is a farmer to farmer educational resource network for new and young ecological, organic and regenerative farmers in Canada. Read more about us here. Young Agrarians recognizes the unresolved Indigenous land title and rights in the diverse territories in what is today called Canada. As we live and work in the context of and in response to a colonial system of laws and policies, it is important to acknowledge the historical and ongoing impact of agriculture and land enclosure on Indigenous lands and food systems. In … Continue reading How To Start Farming In Saskatchewan

LAND OPPORTUNITY: 4+ acres for integrated farming business – Kamloops, BC

Posted by Pascale Schittecatte on November 23, 2023

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 Heffley Creek is a rural neighbourhood at the north end of Kamloops, only a 20 minute drive into town, with easy access to a vibrant community centred around a thriving  farmers’ market. The four-plus acres available are part of a larger 35-acre property which is also in cultivation. The landholders would like to lease out 4-10 acres of available space to a farmer that is looking … Continue reading LAND OPPORTUNITY: 4+ acres for integrated farming business – Kamloops, BC

LAND OPPORTUNITY: 6+ Acres of Organic Pastures – Vernon, BC

Posted by Pascale Schittecatte on August 10, 2023 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 This 20-acre property sits in a picturesque little neighbourhood facing west, just above the BX Ranchlands of Vernon, BC. The landholders operate a successful orchard business and pilates studio from the property, and have several acres of land which they are looking to lease. The farmland on the property has been certified organic for the last three years, and the landholders have undertaken an immense amount … Continue reading LAND OPPORTUNITY: 6+ Acres of Organic Pastures – Vernon, BC

LAND OPPORTUNITY: 2 Acres for Organic Farming – Keremeos, BC

Posted by Pascale Schittecatte on July 14, 2023

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 two acre opportunity is located in the heart of Keremeos, partially fenced, and ready for organic and regenerative farming! Situated just south of Keremeos’ main drive, this small urban farm has been in production for several generations. The property is minutes to farm stands and markets, making sales and distribution a breeze. Previously a mixed-fruit orchard and then a successful ground crop farm, the field … Continue reading LAND OPPORTUNITY: 2 Acres for Organic Farming – Keremeos, BC