Includes: fertilizing hayfields, corn as livestock feed, off-grid summer water, a stock dog demo with Dennis Gellings, and more. For more details and to register please go to: https://peaceforage.bc.ca/event/summertour_june20th/ #peaceregionliving #youngagrarians #bcagri #bcagriculture
Don't forget to sign up for our agri-tech weeding equipment tour, happening next week in Pemberton and Vancouver! 🌻 Thursday, May 30th: @plentywildfarms, Pemberton 🌻 Saturday, June 1st: @ubcfarm, Vancouver Learn about agri-tech weeding equipment and how it can help your farm become more efficient and financially resilient, all the while keeping weeds at bay! You'll get a look at how some of these tools work and see a demonstration of the @naiotech Oz robot, a multi-tasking, multi-crop, electric powered robot that can autonomously seed, weed, furrow, hill, and carry loads using RTK GPS technology to navigate. There will be ample time for questions and discussions with a @haggertycreek_agrobotics rep about this tool and other agri-tech equipment, plus snacks and refreshments. This event is free but registration is required. Save your spot at organicbc.org/events, or check out the links in our bio! @cdn_agriculture #SustainableCdnAg #thisisorganicbc #agritech #weeding #weedcontrol #bcagri
FARMER LOOKING FOR LAND: Kelsey, the mixed livestock farmer and textile artist behind Tsolum River Ranch, is seeking 50-100 acres of fenced grazing land near Courtenay, BC to expand her thriving farm business. Kelsey is an experienced and dedicated farmer who prioritizes quality and sustainability, in addition to being a skilled artist and craftswoman. If you've got land for Kelsey, or another farmer - or you're seeking land yourself - please reach out to [email protected] to learn more about this opportunity and the B.C. Land Matching Program! Read about Kelsey at the link in our bio! #bclandmatchingprogram #BCLMP #growbc #bcagri #vancouverislandland
Curious about agri-tech weeding equipment and how it could help your farm become more efficient and financially resilient, all the while keeping weeds at bay? Then join us on one of our tour stops and explore the use of autonomous weeders in mixed vegetable cultivation in BC! 🌻 May 30th: @plentywildfarms, Pemberton 🌻 June 1st: @ubcfarm, Vancouver Take a look at how some of these tools work and see a demonstration of the @naiotech Oz robot, a multi-tasking, multi-crop, electric powered robot that can autonomously seed, weed, furrow, hill, and carry loads using RTK GPS technology to navigate. There will be ample time for questions and discussions with a @haggertycreek_agrobotics rep about this tool and other agri-tech equipment, plus snacks and refreshments. This event is free but registration is required. Save your spot at organicbc.org/events, or check out the links in our bio! @cdn_agriculture #SustainableCdnAg #thisisorganicbc #agritech #weeding #weedcontrol #bcagri
LAND OPPORTUNITY: 2.5 acres of farmland are available for lease in Coldstream, BC. Three sloping pastures that would be well-suited to flowers, market gardening and/or small livestock. Barn and workshop space available with power and water hookups, and there is potential for on-site housing for a single person or couple. This is a wonderful opportunity for an ecological farmer that is passionate about participating in the agricultural community. Learn more at the link in our bio! Looking for land? Have land to lease? Reach out to [email protected] to learn more about this opportunity and the B.C. Land Matching Program! #bclandmatchingprogram #BCLMP #growbc #bcagri #okanaganland"
LOOKING FOR LAND: Cariboo Compost is looking to expand their compost operation and is seeking land for a state-of-the-art composting facility. The farmers at Cariboo Compost collect household organic waste in Williams Lake and produce compost for local farmers. Do you have 1+ acres of property available to lease? Help these farmers reduce the waste stream and build beautiful soil. Reach out to the Central-North Land Matcher, [email protected] to get connected to Cariboo Compost through the B.C. Land Matching Program. Read about the farmers at the link in our bio! #bclandmatchingprogram #BCLMP #GrowBC #BCAgri #CentralNorthLand
Meet the Ministry! Amy Norgaard is a Climate Change Extension Specialist with the Ministry of Agriculture and Food, not to mention a past speaker at the BC Organic Conference, contributor to the BC Organic Grower, and Organic BC podcast guest (among many other hats). From program reporting, greenhouse gas emissions research, farm and ranch wildfire resiliency planning to making agricultural research more accessible and useful to producers, her work has a positive impact on operations throughout the province. Get to know Amy in a recent issue of the BC Organic Grower, interviewed by Emma Holmes, BC's organic industry specialist! → bcorganicgrower.ca #thisisorganicbc #organicbc #organic #bcagri #bcorganicgrower #climatechange #extension
Meet Jesse Orr, the farmer at Make Do Acres in Burnaby, BC! Make Do Acres grows mixed vegetables, flowers and medicinal herbs for veggie-lovers, herbalists and restaurants throughout Metro Vancouver. Jesse was matched to farmland through the B.C. Land Matching Program - read Jesse's story on our blog to learn how she weaves together farming with her theatre background, passion for climate resilience and enthusiasm for community art and education. Head to the link in our bio to hear Jesse's story! Looking for land? Have land to lease? Reach out to [email protected] to learn more about the B.C. Land Matching Program! #bclandmatchingprogram #BCLMP #growbc #bcagri #MVland
LAND OPPORTUNITY: 20+ acres are available for off-grid farming on a rugged property in Clinton, BC. 35km North of Lillooet up the Fraser Canyon, this remote 160-acre parcel is home to a young couple, their animals and gardens. This opportunity would suit a skilled farmer and outdoorsperson interested in livestock, apiculture, perennials or climate-smart farming. Learn more at the link in our bio! Looking for land? Have land to lease? Reach out to [email protected] to learn more about this opportunity and the B.C. Land Matching Program! #bclandmatchingprogram #BCLMP #growbc #bcagri #okanaganland
LAND OPPORTUNITY: Don't miss this rare, turn-key transition opportunity to take over a fully operational market garden in Coldstream, BC! The available 1.25 acres has incredible soil, a complete irrigation setup, a John Deere 2032R tractor and a plethora of farm tools. Also on the farm is a wash pack station and several hoophouses. The farm maintains a 3,000 square foot storefront for selling farm products and has a familiar presence at the Kelowna Farmers Market in addition to CSA and grocery sales. The previous farmers, who live on the property, are looking for a passionate and dedicated farmer to take over their operation and bring veggie delight to their dedicated customers! 🔗Learn more at the link in our bio! Looking for land? Have land to lease? Reach out to [email protected] to learn more about this opportunity and the B.C. Land Matching Program! #bclandmatchingprogram #BCLMP #growbc #bcagri #okanaganland #marketgarden
Introducing Rebecca and Nick Bolkowy, the brother and sister team who run Local Roots Farm Market in Squamish, BC. Rebecca and Nick were matched to farmland through the B.C. Land Matching Program in 2022. Read their story to learn the many ways that Rebecca and Nick are growing local food security in Squamish, including maintaining an educational demonstration garden, operating a nursery and partnering with local farmers to distribute their produce. 🔗Learn more at the link in our bio! Looking for land? Have land to lease? Reach out to [email protected] to learn more about the B.C. Land Matching Program! #bclandmatchingprogram #BCLMP #growbc #bcagri #MVland #squamish #foodsecurity #shoplocal
A recent investigation of five fur farms in China has revealed major potential for the development of diseases which could jump from animals to humans, and also includes horrific new fur farm footage. Humane Society International, who conducted the study at the end of 2023, investigated fur farms housing foxes, raccoon dogs and mink, finding a high risk of diseases developing that could jump from animals to humans. The farms in China’s northern Hebei and Liaoning provinces each held between 2,000 and 4,000 animals in intensive conditions, and in close proximity to poultry. Footage showed animals densely packed in small cages with wire mesh floors, and many animals pacing up and down repetitively, an action linked to psychological distress. Though the most common slaughter technique on fur farms is an electric shock to the mouth and rectum, the investigation found some operators killing mink by smashing their heads against a metal pole or beating them over the head. Food preparation areas on several fur farms had large quantities of frozen fish, chicken meat and liver, eggs and milk powder would then be ground up into paste.The paste is then used as animal feed, despite EU experts having identified feeding raw chicken meat to animals on fur farms as a biosecurity risk. The investigation has also revealed that on some farms animals slaughtered for their fur are kept in close proximity to poultry, despite the potential for zoonotic disease spread. Alastair MacMillan, a visiting professor at Surrey University’s Veterinary School, explained that from a disease transmission and public health perspective, the footage was extremely worrying as it is well known that animals farmed for their fur are susceptible to respiratory viruses that can infect humans. ‘I am deeply concerned by the apparent lack of biosecurity and potential for transmission of avian influenza due to chickens and ducks moving freely between cages of raccoon dogs,’ he said. The investigation out of China comes as a stark reminder of the need to mitigate risk as efficiently as possible, and see an end to fur farms in British Columbia [and Canada]. A fur farm ban is imperative.
We've extended the deadline to apply for the Okanagan-Thompson Land Matcher position at Young Agrarians! Do you thrive working with people from diverse walks of life? Are you a networker and connector? Do you love checking things off your to-do list? If you’ve got that magic matchmaker quality – equal parts people skills, passion for local food systems, and computer-savvy project manager – we’d love to hear from you. Our current land matcher is moving into a new role on the B.C. Land Matching Program team, and we are seeking someone for the Okanagan-Thompson Land Matcher role who is process-oriented, has excellent communication and project management skills, enjoys working on a computer as well as building relationships, and understands farming. Location: Okanagan-Thompson. Candidates must be located within the region. Deadline for Applications: May 1, 2024 at 5pm PST. 🔗Head to the link in our bio for full application details #bclandmatchingprogram #bclmp #growbc #bcagri #okanaganland
LAND OPPORTUNITY: 3 acres of prime farmland are available immediately in Nanoose Bay for an experienced farmer looking to grow field crops. Situated on an established certified organic farm, this is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to be in production by the spring. The land is fenced and irrigation is available, along with access to a wash-pack station, tools and equipment. The landholders are interested in a farmer who wants to grow low-intensity crops that do not require round-the-clock maintenance. Learn more here by following the link in our bio. Looking for land? Have land to lease? Reach out to [email protected] to learn more about this opportunity and the B.C. Land Matching Program! #bclandmatchingprogram #BCLMP #growbc #bcagri #vancouverislandland
Are you passionate about local food and farming? Do you live in the Thompson Okanagan area? Check out this job opportunity with @youngagrarians ! Posted @withregram • @youngagrarians Young Agrarians is hiring an Okanagan-Thompson Land Matcher! Do you thrive working with people from diverse walks of life? Are you a networker and connector? Do you love checking things off your to-do list? If you’ve got that magic matchmaker quality – equal parts people skills, passion for local food systems, and computer-savvy project manager – we’d love to hear from you. Our current land matcher is moving into a new role on the B.C. Land Matching Program team, and we are seeking someone for the Okanagan-Thompson Land Matcher role who is process-oriented, has excellent communication and project management skills, enjoys working on a computer as well as building relationships, and understands farming. Location: Okanagan-Thompson. Candidates must be located within the region. Deadline for Applications: April 15, 2024 at 5pm PST. 🔗Head to the link in [ @youngagrarians ] bio for full application details [ or see this link https://youngagrarians.org/were-hiring-land-matcher-okanagan-b-c/ ] #bclandmatchingprogram #bclmp #growbc #bcagri #okanaganland #thompsonokanagan #localfood #creatingresilientcommunities #ykastrong
Young Agrarians is hiring an Okanagan-Thompson Land Matcher! Do you thrive working with people from diverse walks of life? Are you a networker and connector? Do you love checking things off your to-do list? If you’ve got that magic matchmaker quality – equal parts people skills, passion for local food systems, and computer-savvy project manager – we’d love to hear from you. Our current land matcher is moving into a new role on the B.C. Land Matching Program team, and we are seeking someone for the Okanagan-Thompson Land Matcher role who is process-oriented, has excellent communication and project management skills, enjoys working on a computer as well as building relationships, and understands farming. Location: Okanagan-Thompson. Candidates must be located within the region. Deadline for Applications: April 15, 2024 at 5pm PST. 🔗Head to the link in our bio for full application details #bclandmatchingprogram #bclmp #growbc #bcagri #okanaganland
LAND OPPORTUNITY: One acre of sunny, gently sloped farmland is available for lease in Creston, BC. Close to markets and with the potential for mentorship, this is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to start a market garden or flower farm. Share your ideas with us today! 🔗Learn more at the link in our bio! Looking for land? Have land to lease? To learn more about the B.C. Land Matching Program, reach out to [email protected] #bclandmatchingprogram #BCAgri #GrowBC #BCLMP #columbiabasinland
We are so humbled by this recognition! We wouldn't be here today without the support of our super star staff past and present, our supportive organic community, our mentors and colleagues, and the best customers in the world. Thank you to everyone. We are honored. Especially big love to the outstanding @laughingcroworganics, who was also nominated. So exciting to have organics so well represented at this inspiring event! 💖💖💖 Oh, and please do keep telling us we are young and outstanding, it feels great. 💖💖💖 Repost from @thisisorganicbc A huge congratulations to Tristan and Aubyn Banwell of @spraycreekranch on being named BC/Yukon’s Outstanding Young Farmers for 2024! Both Tristan and Aubyn have been integral members of the organic community and the agriculture sector as a whole. Volunteering on multiple Organic BC committees and our board, joining Ministry of Agriculture committees & advisory groups, speaking at agricultural conferences, joining organic standards review working groups, strengthening farmers' markets & communities...the list goes on. (Plus, Tristan is current president of @smallscalemeat!) We thank them for their ongoing contributions and for being all-around excellent human beings. And, a shout-out to @laughingcroworganics on their well-deserved nomination for this award. Tristan and Aubyn are now taking the trophy on an appreciation tour of everyone who has made their 10 years at Spray Creek Ranch a success! First stop was their feed mill, In Season Farms, with the tremendous organic champion Rod Reid. ❤️ #thisisorganicbc #bcagri #organic #bcyoungfarmers #celebration #award
A huge congratulations to Tristan and Aubyn Banwell of @spraycreekranch on being named BC/Yukon’s Outstanding Young Farmers for 2024! Both Tristan and Aubyn have been integral members of the organic community and the agriculture sector as a whole. Volunteering on multiple Organic BC committees and our board, joining Ministry of Agriculture committees & advisory groups, speaking at agricultural conferences, joining organic standards review working groups, strengthening farmers' markets & communities...the list goes on. (Plus, Tristan is current president of @smallscalemeat!) We thank them for their ongoing contributions and for being all-around excellent human beings. And, a shout-out to @laughingcroworganics on their well-deserved nomination for this award. Tristan and Aubyn are now taking the trophy on an appreciation tour of everyone who has made their 10 years at Spray Creek Ranch a success! First stop was their feed mill, In Season Farms, with the tremendous organic champion Rod Reid. ❤️ #thisisorganicbc #bcagri #organic #bcyoungfarmers #celebration #award
LAND OPPORTUNITY: 1+ acres of fertile farmland are available to lease in Nanoose Bay on a farm with 60 years of history. The land is full of opportunities ready for a Spring 2024 start, including several plots of farmland and gardening space and a recently-planted orchard. The landholders, who are enthusiastic gardeners and horse-lovers, are open to sharing crops and resources. The land is mostly fenced and has access to irrigation. Flowers, vegetables and small livestock are all welcome. Jump in on this chance to cultivate a very special piece of land! Learn more at the link in our bio! Looking for land? Have land to lease? Reach out to [email protected] to learn more about this opportunity and the B.C. Land Matching Program! #bclandmatchingprogram #BCLMP #growbc #bcagri #vancouverislandland
Introducing Ardeo, the farmer at Rake & Radish Farm in Saanich, BC! Ardeo was matched to farmland through the B.C. Land Matching Program in 2020. Here, Ardeo shares their journey to become a farmer and how they build community through growing food. Read the full blog at the link in our bio! Looking for land? Have land to lease? Reach out to [email protected] to learn more about this opportunity and the B.C. Land Matching Program! #bclandmatchingprogram #BCLMP #growbc #bcagri #vancouverislandland
The Winter 2024 issue of the BC Organic Grower has landed! For over 25 years, this magazine has been a go-to resource for BC's agriculture community—and this issue is no exception. Packed with great reads from growers, researchers, educators and professionals from around the province, there's something for everyone! All Organic BC members receive a complimentary copy of the BC Organic Grower (check your inbox and/or mailbox), and non-member subscriptions are available for only $25/yr! 🌱 ▶ organicbc.org/magazine #thisisorganicbc #bcorganicgrower #organic #bcorganic #bcagri
Join Darcy Smith, YA’s BC Land Matching Program Manager, and Pascale Schittecatte, YA’s Okanagan Land Matcher, to learn the tools for effective land sharing negotiations. Learn about communication styles, compromising with integrity and maximizing mutual benefit for both farmers and landholders. This session will feature easy-to-adopt tips for having great collaborative conversations so you can work together to figure out the terms of your land sharing relationship. You will leave this webinar with communication skills for the initial lease negotiations, day-to-day land sharing relationship upkeep and for the unforeseen transitions that may come down the line. Date: Wednesday, February 28, 2024 | 7-8:30 PM PST Register at the link in our bio! #bclandmatchingprogram #bclmp #growbc #bcagri
GOT LAND? WANT LAND? Are you a landholder looking for farmers? Are you a farmer looking for land? We want you! Join us for a workshop on the nuts and bolts of land access. Young Agrarians Land Linking Workshops bring together landholders and farmers seeking land to network, explore possible land matches, and learn how to navigate land sharing and lease agreements. Our B.C. Land Matching Program Manager Darcy Smith and our Okanagan Land Matcher, Pascale Schittecatte will be there to talk about how land matching supports land seekers and landholders, and share key questions to ask, legal considerations, and building and maintaining stable land agreements that are mutually beneficial. Date: Saturday, February 24, 2024 | 2-6pm Location: Traditional Syilx and Secwépemc Territories. Coldstream, B.C. 🔗Register at the link in our bio! #bclandmatchingprogram #BCLMP #growbc #bcagri #okanaganland
LAND OPPORTUNITY: Are you an experienced market gardener looking for a shared land opportunity? WoodGrain Farm Co-op is looking for interested, energetic and experienced person(s) to run their established market garden. Learn more about the opportunity at the link in our bio! Looking for land? Have land to lease? Reach out to [email protected] to learn more! #bclandmatchingprogram #BCLMP #GrowBC #BCAgri #CentralNorthLand
WEBINAR: What’s the best marketing channel for your farm? Weekly CSA boxes, farmers’ markets, online sales, events, or all of the above and more? Join this webinar with Kendall Ballantine from Marketing for Farmers to learn about the marketing channels available to entrant (and seasoned) farmers. We will share tips, tricks, and strategies for marketing your farm and its products through startup and beyond. WHEN: Wednesday, February 21, 2024 | 7-8:30 PM PST Learn more and register at the link in our bio! #bclandmatchingprogram #bclmp #growbc #bcagri #marketingforfarmers #marketing
Are you a rancher wondering what transition looks like for you? Do you have farmland that isn’t being cultivated? Are you farming land without a formal agreement? Are you interested in sharing farmland and don’t know how to get started? ASK A LAND MATCHER! Join Land Matcher Nyree Marsh to network and learn about how the B.C. Land Matching Program (BCLMP) can support you. Nyree will share information and answer questions about leasing land, the land matching process and farm transition. Kip Cantrell of Thistle Farm will join Nyree to share his experience with the BCLMP and talk about farming on leased land. Date: Thursday, Feb 22, 2024 | 4-6pm MST Location: Traditional Sinixt, Ktunaxa & Syilx Territories. Wynndel, BC Learn more and register at the link in our bio! #bclandmatchingprogram #bclmp #growbc #bcagri #columbiabasinland
LAND OPPORTUNITY: This 1,800 acre mixed livestock ranch in Horsefly, BC is available to lease! The landholder is looking for a farmer or farming family keen to participate in the current food production practices (grassfed, pasture based beef, pork and lamb) and discover potential to add more, which could include new ventures such as poultry, heritage grains, or vegetables. The land has been utilized for poultry in the past and would be well suited for poultry again. Establishing a facility for on-farm slaughter would be ideal (Class D or E). Ideally, this farm would be leased to a farmer or farming family who show potential to take on more of the current operations moving forward. Learn more at the link in our bio! Looking for land? Have land to lease? Reach out to [email protected] to learn more! #bclandmatchingprogram #BCLMP #GrowBC #BCAgri #CentralNorthLand
Are you a rancher wondering what transition looks like for you? Do you have farmland that isn’t being cultivated? Are you farming land without a formal agreement? Are you interested in sharing farmland and don’t know how to get started? Join Land Matcher Nyree Marsh on February 22 in Wyndell, BC, to network and learn about how the B.C. Land Matching Program (BCLMP) can support you. Nyree will share information and answer questions about leasing land, the land matching process and farm transition. Kip Cantrell of Thistle Farm will join Nyree to share his experience with the BCLMP and talk about farming on leased land. Kip is a market gardener in Wynndel BC, who specializes in growing garlic and shallots. We hope you can join us! Learn more and register at the link in our bio or head to youngagrarians.org! #bclandmatchingprogram #BCAgri #GrowBC #BCLMP #columbiabasinland
FARMER LOOKING FOR LAND: Johanna, a sheep farmer and shearer with 20+ years experience is seeking approximately 15 acres of land for long-term land lease in Langley - housing is ideal but not required. Johanna is a dedicated, passionate farmer with deep roots in the Langley farming community ready to expand her business. If you've got land for Johanna, or another farmer - or you're seeking land yourself - please reach out to [email protected] to learn more about this opportunity and the B.C. Land Matching Program! Read about Johanna at the link in our bio! #bclandmatchingprogram #BCLMP #growbc #bcagri #MVland
For info & registration go to https://agforinsight.com/silvopasture/ #bcagri #youngagrarians #bclandmatchingprogram #bcfarm #bcfarmers #southpeacegrain #bccattle #bcpasture
Introducing Jaclyn, the farmer at Yellow Boot Farm in Black Creek, BC! Jaclyn was matched to farmland through the B.C. Land Matching Program in the winter of 2021. Head to our blog at the link in our bio to hear about how Jaclyn got into farming and why she grows food for her family and community in the Comox Valley. Looking for land? Have land to lease? Reach out to [email protected] to learn more about this opportunity and the B.C. Land Matching Program! #bclandmatchingprogram #BCLMP #growbc #bcagri #vancouverislandland
Meet the Ministry! Megan Halstead is the regional agrologist for South Vancouver Island, and some of you may also know her from her time as an organic inspector. From supporting the agriculture community with knowledge transfer, extension, and events to helping folks navigate agriculture regulation and provincial resources, Megan's role is all about building relationships and supporting the agriculture community. Get to know Megan in a recent issue of the BC Organic Grower, interviewed by Emma Holmes, BC's organic industry specialist! → bcorganicgrower.ca #thisisorganicbc #organicbc #agrologist #organic #bcagri
For info & registration go to https://agforinsight.com/silvopasture/ #bcagri #youngagrarians #bclandmatchingprogram #bcfarm #bcfarmers #southpeacegrain #bccattle #bcpasture
LAND OPPORTUNITY: Multiple turn-key plots to lease at Crimson Maple Farm in Silver Creek, BC, ranging from 1 acre to 5 acres. Excellent soil, access to irrigation, shared tools and equipment and potential for cooperative marketing and infrastructure development make this a fantastic opportunity. Seeking regenerative market gardeners who are collaboratively-minded. Bring your farm dreams! Learn more about the opportunity at the link in our bio! Looking for land? Have land to lease? Reach out to [email protected] to learn more about this opportunity and the B.C. Land Matching Program! #bclandmatchingprogram #BCLMP #growbc #bcagri #okanaganland
We had a great turnout at our session at the Lower Mainland Horticultural Conference this past weekend! We hosted a panel on Agri-Tech Weeders and Other Innovations in Weed Control, featuring a diverse group of experts sharing their insights on the latest developments in weed control: 🌱 Chuck Baresich from @haggertycreek_agrobotics provided an overview of the most recent agri-tech weeding equipment he has both worked with and tested 🌱 Brett Goodwin of @carbon_robotics discussed their laser weeding equipment 🌱 Alex Drapeau, a former intern at IRDA research centre, shared his firsthand experience, challenges and successes working with the Oz @naiotech robot for small-scale vegetables 🌱 And finally, Dr. Jichul Bae, a weed scientist with @cdn_agriculture, concluded the panel by emphasizing the importance of an integrated weed management approach and the necessity for a combination of multiple approaches for effective control Next up: Watch for us at the Southern Interior Horticultural Show in Penticton on February 16th for our session on agri-tech weeders in viticulture and tree fruit! #thisisorganicbc #organicbc #bcagri #agritech #weedmanagement
LAND OPPORTUNITY: Damali Lavender Farm in Cobble Hill BC is seeking a business partner to take over their thriving lavender operation. With extensive access to tools and processing equipment, you will be managing 2.5 acres of established lavender patches with over 25 varieties. Working next to the vineyard, winery and orchards, this is a chance to take on a successful business with ample opportunity for mentorship and support. On-site housing may be available! Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity! 🔗Learn more at the link in our bio. Looking for land? Have land to lease? Reach out to [email protected] to learn more about this opportunity and the B.C. Land Matching Program! #bclandmatchingprogram #BCLMP #growbc #bcagri #vancouverislandland
WEBINAR: Got Land? Want Land? This webinar will walk you through the A to Z of developing a land leasing relationship. Learn about leasing in B.C., legal considerations, and how to build and maintain stable land agreements that are mutually beneficial. Each step of the way, you will get a taste of the services available to farmers and farmland holders through the B.C. Land Matching Program. WHEN: Wednesday, February 7, 2024 | 7-8:30 PM PST Learn more and register at the link in our bio! #bclandmatchingprogram #bclmp #growbc #bcagri
Head to our blog to learn about the new South Island Farmers' Institute (SIFI)! This is a story of farmer-to-farmer mentorship, mutual aid, and passionate dedication. Young Agrarians is thrilled to bear witness to this new hub of farmer-to-farmer organizing - and South Island farmers won't want to miss upcoming events and offerings from SIFI. Learn more at the link in our bio! #bclandmatchingprogram #BCLMP #GrowBC #BCAgri #vancouverislandland
Registration NOW OPEN. A full-day on soil health for the Peace Region. Featuring agricultural soil engineer Odette Menard who will share her soil compaction research experience. Local soil champions, Sandra Burton and Rick Kabzems, to share the fascinating history of Peace Region soils. Plus much more! #bcagriculture #peacecountry #youngagrariansbc #soilhealthmatters #peaceregionlivinglab #Agrology #healthysoils #regenag #bcagri
LAND OPPORTUNITY: via Young Agrarians Vancouver Island & Gulf Islands Damali Lavender & Winery in Cobble Hill BC is seeking a business partner to take over their thriving lavender operation. With extensive access to tools and processing equipment, you will be managing 2.5 acres of established lavender patches with over 25 varieties. Working next to the vineyard, winery and orchards, this is a chance to take on a successful business with ample opportunity for mentorship and support. On-site housing may be available! Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity! Learn more here: https://youngagrarians.org/lavender-business-for-lease/ Looking for land? Have land to lease? Reach out to [email protected] to learn more about this opportunity and the B.C. Land Matching Program! #bclandmatchingprogram #BCLMP #growbc #bcagri #vancouverislandland #cowichanvalley #cobblehill
Join Darcy Smith, YA’s BC Land Matching Program Manager, and Pascale Schittecatte, YA’s Okanagan Land Matcher, to learn the tools for effective land sharing negotiations. Learn about communication styles, compromising with integrity and maximizing mutual benefit for both farmers and landholders. This session will feature easy-to-adopt tips for having great collaborative conversations so you can work together to figure out the terms of your land sharing relationship. You will leave this webinar with communication skills for the initial lease negotiations, day-to-day land sharing relationship upkeep and for the unforeseen transitions that may come down the line. Date: Wednesday, February 28, 2024 | 7-8:30 PM PST Register at the link in our bio! #bclandmatchingprogram #bclmp #growbc #bcagri
A few snaps from last night's @bcagcouncil Ag Gala! Thanks for hosting such a great event. And now, the @pacagshow and the Lower Mainland Horticultural Conference! Don't miss our panel on AgriTech Weeders and Other Advances in Weed Control on Saturday, Jan. 27 from 2:35 PM – 3:50 PM. We hope you can join us for an overview of weeding trials happening across Canada, including weed zappers, autonomous weeders, weed seed head crushers, laser weeding, and more. Register at: gov.bc.ca/agriconferences #thisisorganicbc #organicbc #pacificagricultureshow2024 #bcagri
Are you a rancher wondering what transition looks like for you? Do you have farmland that isn’t being cultivated? Are you farming land without a formal agreement? Are you interested in sharing farmland and don’t know how to get started? ASK A LAND MATCHER! Join Land Matcher Nyree Marsh to network and learn about how the B.C. Land Matching Program (BCLMP) can support you. Nyree will share information and answer questions about leasing land, the land matching process and farm transition. Kip Cantrell of Thistle Farm will join Nyree to share his experience with the BCLMP and talk about farming on leased land. Landholders and farmers of all types are welcome to join us. If you are a landholder who has just started thinking about leasing your land, or if you’ve already put a ton of thought into your vision for your land, come on out! Farmers and farmers-to-be of all types are welcome, whether you grow veggies, raise livestock (or bees!), or have some other farming project in mind. Date: Thursday, Feb 22, 2024 | 4-6pm MST Location: Traditional Sinixt, Ktunaxa & Syilx Territories. Wynndel, BC Learn more and register at the link in our bio! #bclandmatchingprogram #bclmp #growbc #bcagri #columbiabasinland
WEBINAR: What’s the best marketing channel for your farm? Weekly CSA boxes, farmers’ markets, online sales, events, or all of the above and more? Join this webinar with Kendall Ballantine from Marketing for Farmers to learn about the marketing channels available to entrant (and seasoned) farmers. We will share tips, tricks, and strategies for marketing your farm and its products through startup and beyond. WHEN: Wednesday, February 21, 2024 | 7-8:30 PM PST Learn more and register at the link in our bio! #bclandmatchingprogram #bclmp #growbc #bcagri #marketingforfarmers #marketing
Meet Ve-Jane, our new Land Matcher for Metro Vancouver-Fraser Valley! Ve-Jane grew up in London, UK, and became interested in farming when she was still living in Europe and off-grid living was taking off as a movement. However, for years the prospect of farming was just a remote fantasy. After moving to Vancouver, B.C. in 2011, she spent several years working in commercial real estate before deciding to enroll in Kwantlen Polytechnic University's Farm School programme. Since 2019, she has been running a small farm operation alongside off-farm employment. Through her work as a Land Matcher, Ve-Jane is excited to support her fellow farmers and help landholders realize their vision for their land. Welcome Ve-Jane - we are so excited to have you on the team! #bclandmatchingprogram #bclmp #growbc #bcagri #mvland
GOT LAND? WANT LAND? Are you a landholder looking for farmers? Are you a farmer looking for land? We want you! Join us for a workshop on the nuts and bolts of land access. Young Agrarians Land Linking Workshops bring together landholders and farmers seeking land to network, explore possible land matches, and learn how to navigate land sharing and lease agreements. Our B.C. Land Matching Program Manager Darcy Smith and our Okanagan Land Matcher, Pascale Schittecatte will be there to talk about how land matching supports land seekers and landholders, and share key questions to ask, legal considerations, and building and maintaining stable land agreements that are mutually beneficial. Date: Saturday, February 24, 2024 | 2-6pm Location: Traditional Syilx and Secwépemc Territories. Coldstream, B.C. 🔗 Register at the link in our bio! #bclandmatchingprogram #BCLMP #growbc #bcagri #okanaganland
LAND OPPORTUNITY: Anneth Farm in North Saanich is seeking a farmer to join their burgeoning farm co-operative. 0.9 acres of great soil is available to the incoming farmer for cultivation. Extensive on-farm infrastructure will be available to the incoming farmer as part of the co-operative. Member-farmers will work together to develop a co-operative model, and will use regenerative practices to market products collectively. This is a long term land lease opportunity. Learn more at the link in our bio! Looking for land? Have land to lease? Reach out to [email protected] to learn more about this opportunity and the B.C. Land Matching Program! #bclandmatchingprogram #BCLMP #growbc #bcagri #vancouverislandland
WEBINAR: Are you a farmer looking to start or expand your farm business, and having trouble accessing land in B.C.? Are you a landholder who wants to see food growing on your land? Learn more about the mutually beneficial land leasing agreements facilitated by the B.C. Land Matching Program. WHEN: Wednesday, February 7, 2024 | 7-8:30 PM PST Learn more and register at the link in our bio or head to youngagrarians.org! #bclandmatchingprogram #bclmp #growbc #bcagri
Do you have farmland in the Squamish? Farmers are seeking land for: 🌻0.5 - 5 acres for market gardens Contact your Land Matcher, Ve-Jane, at [email protected] or visit youngagrarians.org/land to learn more about sharing your land through the B.C. Land Matching Program! #bclandmatchingprogram #bclmp #growbc #bcagri #mvland
📣 This event is filling up quickly! Don't miss out - register now! 📣 On Monday, January 15th, join us for a free virtual workshop on the effective management of thistle and bindweed in multiple agricultural settings. Tailored for farmers engaged in grain, cattle and vegetable production, this online event features research trials and on-farm results from academics and producers—all with an emphasis on successful management techniques for these noxious weeds. There’ll also be time for Q&A with the presenters and opportunities for participants to share on-the-ground successes and challenges with each other. This event is free but registration is required. Get all the details and save your spot at organicbc.org/events, or hit the link in our bio! @cdn_agriculture #SustainableCdnAg #thisisorganicbc #organic #organicagriculture #weeding #weedcontrol #bcagri #bindweed #thistle
On Monday, January 15th, join Organic BC for a free virtual workshop on the effective management of thistle and bindweed in multiple agricultural settings. Tailored for farmers engaged in grain, cattle and vegetable production, this online event features research trials and on-farm results from academics and producers—all with an emphasis on successful management techniques for these noxious weeds. There’ll also be time for Q&A with the presenters and opportunities for participants to share on-the-ground successes and challenges with each other. This event is free but registration is required. Get all the details and save your spot at organicbc.org/events or by using the link in our bio! @cdn_agriculture #SustainableCdnAg #thisisorganicbc #organic #organicagriculture #weeding #weedcontrol #bcagri #bindweed #thistle
Are you wondering where and how to sell your farm products? Head to our blog to hear wisdom from seasoned and successful farmers about the marketing channels they use for their farms. Learn about the pros and cons of wholesaling, farmers markets, restaurants, on-farm sales, and more. Perspectives from Hope Farm Organics, Wild Flight Farm, and Klippers Organics provide personalized insight about how to make a farm business work for both your lifestyle and your bank account. Give it a read on our blog at the link in our bio! #GrowBC #BCAgri
LAND CALLOUT: Guardians of the Soil is looking for a new home! Vermicomposter extraordinaire, Csaba - who you might have seen at the Vancouver Farmers Markets - is expanding his business so that he can transform more waste into delectable compost. Access to land in East Vancouver, Burnaby, or Coquitlam would be ideal, but as far as Langley would be very welcome. The Guardians of the Soil's operation requires access to a small structure to house the worms (think a shed, livestock shelter, greenhouse or shipping container) that can be insulated to make it heatable, and a small plot of land (1/8 acre or less) to conduct soil regeneration experiments. Csaba would love to share worm compost with a prospective landholder and/or farmer in exchange for use of the space. Don't miss this opportunity to have on-site compost at your farm, and to support a small business making a big impact! Learn more and inquire at the link in our bio! #bclandmatchingprogram #BCLMP #GrowBC #BCAgri #MVland
Introducing Amanda, the farmer at Aura Rosa Florals in Squamish! Amanda was matched to farmland through the B.C. Land Matching Program in early 2022. On our blog, she shares her experience working with Young Agrarians on her path to secure land tenure. Amanda also offers insight on why she farms, what we can learn from seasons on the land, and how she strives for reciprocity with the plants and soil that make her flowers bloom ever so beautifully. Head to the link in our bio to hear Amanda's story! #bclandmatchingprogram #BCLMP #GrowBC #BCAgri #MVland
On Monday, January 15th, join us for a free virtual workshop on the effective management of thistle and bindweed in multiple agricultural settings! Tailored for farmers engaged in grain, cattle and vegetable production, this online event features research trials and on-farm results from academics and producers—all with an emphasis on successful management techniques for these noxious weeds. There’ll also be time for Q&A with the presenters and opportunities for participants to share on-the-ground successes and challenges with each other. This event is free but registration is required. Get all the details and save your spot at organicbc.org/events, or hit the link in our bio! @cdn_agriculture #SustainableCdnAg #thisisorganicbc #organic #organicagriculture #weeding #weedcontrol #bcagri #bindweed #thistle
LAND OPPORTUNITY: This is a turn-key opportunity to take over an established farming business with mentorship and infrastructure. The farm comprises 100+ acres of ALR land in the Comox Valley, representing 70 acres of preserved forest and 25-30 in production. This farm has been in operation for 50 years and is ready for the next generation. Use of infrastructure on the property (barns, sheds, and tools) and a 3BR house are all possible. Seeking an enthusiastic farmer(s) who is ready to make a long-term farming dream a reality. Learn more about the opportunity at the link in our bio! Looking for land? Have land to lease? Reach out to [email protected] to learn more about this opportunity and the B.C. Land Matching Program! #bclandmatchingprogram #BCLMP #growbc #bcagri #vancouverislandland
Do you have farmland from Vernon to Salmon Arm? Farmers are seeking: 🌿 10+ acres for livestock near abattoir 🌿 Large acreage for hay & forage Contact your Land Matcher, Pascale, at [email protected] or visit youngagrarians.org/land to learn more about sharing your land through the B.C. Land Matching Program! #bclandmatchingprogram #bclmp #growbc #bcagri #okanaganland
Do you have farmland in the South Okanagan? Farmers are seeking land for: 🌿Vineyards and orchards *Bonus if the land doesn't require landscaping Contact your Land Matcher, Pascale, at [email protected] or visit youngagrarians.org/land to learn more about sharing your land through the B.C. Land Matching Program! #bclandmatchingprogram #bclmp #growbc #bcagri #okanaganland
Another job opportunity, this time with @youngagrarians Posted @withregram • @youngagrarians Young Agrarians is hiring a B.C. Land Matching Program Manager! We are seeking someone who is process-oriented, has excellent communication and project management skills, enjoys working on a computer as well as building relationships, and understands farming. You can oversee, lead, and support teams through project delivery. You know how to cultivate a respectful, supportive, and inclusive workplace with emotional intelligence, and you have a proven track record of managing programs in the non-profit space. Location: Remote office within B.C. Please indicate where you live on your application. Deadline for Applications: December 31, 2023. This position will start when we find the right candidate. Learn more and apply at the link in [ @youngagrarians ] bio [ or see this link: https://youngagrarians.org/were-hiring-bc-land-matching-program-manager/ ]! #bclandmatchingprogram #bclmp #growbc #bcagri
Young Agrarians is hiring a B.C. Land Matching Program Manager! We are seeking someone who is process-oriented, has excellent communication and project management skills, enjoys working on a computer as well as building relationships, and understands farming. You can oversee, lead, and support teams through project delivery. You know how to cultivate a respectful, supportive, and inclusive workplace with emotional intelligence, and you have a proven track record of managing programs in the non-profit space. Location: Remote office within B.C. Please indicate where you live on your application. Deadline for Applications: December 31, 2023. This position will start when we find the right candidate. Learn more and apply at the link in our bio! #bclandmatchingprogram #bclmp #growbc #bcagri
Hey farmers! Do you need land to farm this spring? Start your land search today! Contact the B.C. Land Matching Program at [email protected] for support! #bclandmatchingprogram #bclmp #growbc #bcagri
LAND OPPORTUNITY: 4+ acres available for lease in North Kamloops on a 35-acre hops operation. Looking for a farmer who is looking to improve the soil and be part of the local farming culture. Potential for expansion, collaboration, and visioning with a larger farming operation. Learn more about the opportunity at the link in our bio! Looking for land? Have land to lease? Reach out to [email protected] to learn more about this opportunity and the B.C. Land Matching Program! #bclandmatchingprogram #BCLMP #growbc #bcagri #okanaganland
GOT LAND? WANT LAND? Are you a landholder looking for farmers? Are you a farmer looking for land? We want you! Join us for a workshop on the nuts and bolts of land access. Young Agrarians Land Linking Workshops bring together landholders and farmers seeking land to network, explore possible land matches, and learn how to navigate land sharing and lease agreements. Our B.C. Land Matching Program Manager Darcy Smith and our Okanagan Land Matcher, Pascale Schittecatte will be there to talk about how land matching supports land seekers and landholders, and share key questions to ask, legal considerations, and building and maintaining stable land agreements that are mutually beneficial. Date: Saturday, February 24, 2024 | 2-6pm Location: Traditional Syilx and Secwépemc Territories. Coldstream, B.C. 🔗Register at the link in our bio! #bclandmatchingprogram #BCLMP #growbc #bcagri #okanaganland
It’s Member Month here at IAF, which means that we will be celebrating our incredible members and all they do for our community all month long! The member we are highlighting today is @thisisorganicbc. @thisisorganicbc has been an IAF member since 2022. Initially founded in 1993 as the Certified Organic Associations of BC (COABC), COABC was instrumental in developing today’s national organic standards. They have been growing the organic movement in BC from the ground up. They enact leadership that upholds the integrity of the organic standards while celebrating continuous improvement in the organization and sector. Orange you glad for the work they do! 🍊🌱 #BCag #IAFmember #thisisorganicbc #organicbc #organic #bcagri #organicagriculture
WEBINAR: Are you curious about co-ops? Join Young Agrarians on November 28th for a webinar on the myths, challenges, and opportunities of cooperatives, and hear from farmers about how they’re collaborating to make their farms, lives, and communities work. You will get a chance to hear from: 🌻Shirlene Côté: The incredible and talented force behind Earth Apple Farm, growing beautiful potatoes and other delicious veg for CSAs, restaurants, and farmers markets since 2011. But did you know that she's also a member of several co-ops? Shirlene farms on land that is owned cooperatively, sells and distributes her seed garlic through the BC Eco Seed Co-operative, and collaboratively runs a community-shared agriculture program with other farms 🌻Laura Boyd-Clowes: A market gardener, gardening teacher, local food advocate, and a dedicated member of the Cowichan Valley Co-operative Marketplace (Cow-op). With a background in Ethnobotany and many years laboring on small farms, Laura understands how important it is for working people to join together in collective action, to preserve land and nourish communities. 🌻Isabelle Morris: She was searching for committed, dedicated partners to help grow a sustainable vegetable production on her family farm in Yellow Point, and found three other farmers in search of growing space. Together, they formed Farmship Growers Cooperative in 2013 and have expanded their growing space from 2 to 14 acres. The farm has changed in size and scope over the years, but is still going strong. Grab your spot at the link in our bio! We’re so excited to talk farm co-ops with you! #bclandmatchingprogram #bclmp #growbc #bcagri
GOT LAND? WANT LAND? Are you a landholder looking for farmers? Are you a farmer looking for land? We want you! Join us for a workshop on the nuts and bolts of land access. Young Agrarians Land Linking Workshops bring together landholders and farmers seeking land to network, explore possible land matches, and learn how to navigate land sharing and lease agreements. Our B.C. Land Matching Program Manager Darcy Smith, Program Coordinator Kat Roger, and new Metro Vancouver Land Matcher will be there to talk about how land matching supports land seekers and landholders, and share key questions to ask, legal considerations, and building and maintaining stable land agreements that are mutually beneficial. Date: Sunday, November 26, 2023 | 1-5pm Location: Kwantlen, Katzie, Matsqui & Semiahmoo Territories. Langley Twp, BC Grab your spot at our link in bio! #bclandmatchingprogram #bclmp #growbc #bcagri #mvland