BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//EFAO - ECPv6.14.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://efao.ca X-WR-CALDESC:Events for EFAO REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Toronto BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240925T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240925T200000 DTSTAMP:20260408T053220 CREATED:20240906T153908Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T153908Z UID:20246-1727287200-1727294400@efao.ca SUMMARY:Growing Medicinal Herbs DESCRIPTION:Join Shabina as she shares her experience with growing herbs for medicine and tea. She will discuss how growing herbs differs from growing vegetables\, different harvest and drying techniques\, as well as tips and tricks she has found useful. \nA recording of this webinar will be available. \nSpeaker: Shabina Lafleur-Gangji\, co-director of Seed\, Soil and Spirit School \nShabina is a mixed Indian\, Persian\, and French herbalist who has been involved in healing justice work last decade. She works to support people in reclaiming their traditional knowledge through their connection with ancestral plants and has used herbal medicine as a way to fundraise for movements for freedom and liberation. She holds an advanced diplomat from Humber College’s Traditional Chinese Practition and Acupuncture Program and is a graduate of the the School of Ayurveda and Panchakarma in Kerala and the Living Earth School of Herbalism. She has studied alongside herbalists such as Dr. Nadine Ijaz\, Janette Cormier\, Scott Reid and Janice Canning. \nThis webinar is part of the Ignatius Farm New Farmer Training Program – a collaboration between Ignatius Jesuit Centre\, EFAO\, Everdale and the National Farmers Union – Ontario. URL:https://efao.ca/event/growing-medicinal-herbs-2/ LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://efao.ca/wp-content/uploads/nettle-1-scaled-1-e1725637095884.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240923T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240923T163000 DTSTAMP:20260408T053220 CREATED:20240906T153430Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T153430Z UID:20240-1727101800-1727109000@efao.ca SUMMARY:Permaculture for the Market Gardener DESCRIPTION:Permaculture tends to be very much in the domain of home gardeners and property owners. But what if we could take it all a step further\, and merge the fields of permaculture and market gardening? \nZach will introduce the concept of Permabeds and the Permabed System which is about how to lay out land for commercially-viable diverse market gardens and edible landscapes as well as Edible Ecosystem Design which is a method for highly diversified and organized land management. \nA recording of this webinar will be available. \nSpeaker: Zach Loeks\, author of The Permaculture Market Garden \nThis webinar is part of the Ignatius Farm New Farmer Training Program – a collaboration between Ignatius Jesuit Centre\, EFAO\, Everdale and the National Farmers Union – Ontario. \n \net gard \n  URL:https://efao.ca/event/permaculture-for-the-market-gardener-2/ LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://efao.ca/wp-content/uploads/Permabeds-e1725636716715.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240919T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240920T160000 DTSTAMP:20260408T053220 CREATED:20240808T200123Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T141023Z UID:20075-1726774200-1726848000@efao.ca SUMMARY:Plant\, Grow\, Eat\, Save\, Repeat: Seed Sovereignty in Northwestern Ontario DESCRIPTION:This event is hosted by Lakehead University in partnership with EFAO\, Roots Community Food Centre\, Superior Seed Producers\, Sioux Lookout First Nations Health Authority\, Lake Superior Living Labs Network\, and Understanding Our Food Systems. \nJoin local seed producers\, researchers\, and activists for part (or all!) of this 2 day seed sovereignty event to learn about the interdependent relationships between people and seeds. \n  \nThursday September 19th: Panel Discussion: Seed-Human Relationships (webinar\, or in-person) \nHear from our panelists about seed initiatives happening in northwestern Ontario and beyond\, including a landrace watermelon breeding project happening in Thunder Bay! \nYou are welcome to watch the panel in person at Roots Community Food Centre (450 Ft. William Rd\, Thunder Bay) or join online! A Zoom link will be sent to all registrants.  \nPanelists: Evalisa McIllfaterick of Root Cellar Gardens\, Manish Kushwaha of Gaia Organics\, Kay Everts of Going to Seed\, and Tayohseron:tye (Nikki Auten). \n  \nFriday September 20th: Seed Saving Workshop\, Watermelon Tasting & Seed Garden Tours in Thunder Bay \nJoin us for a full day of seedy fun! The day will begin with a workshop on seed saving and then participants will be invited to collect seeds from a variety of vegetable crops provided by Superior Seed Producer members. Participants will also see firsthand the process of selecting and harvesting seed from some of the plants growing in the Roots Community Food Centre Urban Farm. \nAfterwards\, participants will be treated to a watermelon tasting of various northern-hardy watermelons\, and will be invited to save the seeds from the variety they like the best! After the watermelon tasting\, we will have a break for lunch (please bring a lunch with you). \nIn the afternoon\, participants are invited to tour several seed gardens in and around Thunder Bay (locations TBA). Limited transportation is available from Roots Community Food Centre Urban Farm to the seed garden tours. Please indicate when you register if you are in need of transportation. \nFriday Schedule: \n\n9:00am: Meet at Roots Community Food Centre Urban Farm (125 Lillie Street\, Thunder Bay\, ON)\n9:30am – 12:00pm: Seed saving demonstrations and hands-on activities\n12:00pm – 1:00pm: Watermelon tasting event!\n1:00pm – 2:00pm: Lunch (please bring your own lunch)\n2:00pm – 4:00pm: Seed garden tours in and around Thunder Bay URL:https://efao.ca/event/seed-sovereignty-nw/ CATEGORIES:Field Day,Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://efao.ca/wp-content/uploads/all-the-melons-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240916T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240916T163000 DTSTAMP:20260408T053220 CREATED:20240906T152055Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T152055Z UID:20229-1726497000-1726504200@efao.ca SUMMARY:Intercropping in Market Gardens DESCRIPTION:Intercropping is a way to increase on-farm biodiversity and can provide a range of benefits. At the same time\, it increases complexity and can create challenges\, which necessitates pro-active management.  Wondering how you can intercrop? Join Kristine Hammel from Persephone Market Garden to learn how intercropping is essential to her growing and  some principles that can help you increase agro-biodiversity in your farming. And yes\, there will be a chart of companion plants to get you started. \nA recording of this webinar will be available. \nSpeaker: Kristine Hammel\, Persephone Market Garden \nKristine Hammel farms on the traditional lands of the Saugeen Ojibway Nation near Owen Sound. Together with her husband\, Thorsten\, and 3 kids\, she is trying to steward 100 acres of forest\, swamp and meadow. Her livelihood grows in a 1.5 acre market garden\, whose fruits are distributed via a CSA and direct to restaurants. She has a M.Sc in Organic Food Chain Management and a B.SC in Environmental Studies. Her farming roots go back many generations on her Dad’s side\, while her Mom sought out the land. \nThis webinar is part of the Ignatius Farm New Farmer Training Program – a collaboration between Ignatius Jesuit Centre\, EFAO\, Everdale and the National Farmers Union – Ontario. URL:https://efao.ca/event/intercropping-in-market-gardens-2/ LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://efao.ca/wp-content/uploads/IMG-3686-scaled-e1725636014771.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240911T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240911T163000 DTSTAMP:20260408T053220 CREATED:20240903T192426Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T192426Z UID:20216-1726065000-1726072200@efao.ca SUMMARY:What to Look for When Buying or Renting Land DESCRIPTION:Are you daunted by the prospect of renting or purchasing land?  Listen to our panel of speakers discuss what to look for when renting or buying land and what questions you may need to ask before you enter into an agreement. \nA recording of this webinar will be available. \nSpeakers: Lorne Jamieson\, Martina Schaefer of Spiral Farm & John Veit of Wicked Welly Farm \nThis webinar is part of the Ignatius Farm New Farmer Training Program – a collaboration between Ignatius Jesuit Centre\, EFAO\, Everdale and the National Farmers Union – Ontario. \n  URL:https://efao.ca/event/what-to-look-for-when-buying-land-2024/ LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://efao.ca/wp-content/uploads/farm-for-sale-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240729T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240729T163000 DTSTAMP:20260408T053220 CREATED:20240429T180530Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240429T180530Z UID:19484-1722263400-1722270600@efao.ca SUMMARY:Intercropping in Market Gardens DESCRIPTION:This webinar is part of the Ignatius Farm New Farmer Training Program – a collaboration between Ignatius Jesuit Centre\, EFAO\, Everdale and the National Farmers Union – Ontario. \nIntercropping is a way to increase on-farm biodiversity and can provide a range of benefits. At the same time\, it increases complexity and can create challenges\, which necessitates pro-active management.  Wondering how you can intercrop? Join Kristine Hammel from Persephone Market Garden to learn how intercropping is essential to her growing and some principles that can help you increase agro-biodiversity in your farming. And yes\, there will be a chart of companion plants to get you started. A recording of this webinar will be available. \nSpeaker: Kristine Hammel\, Persephone Market Garden URL:https://efao.ca/event/intercropping-in-market-gardens/ LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://efao.ca/wp-content/uploads/allie-smith-1092451-unsplash-e1589468922302.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240724T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240724T163000 DTSTAMP:20260408T053220 CREATED:20240527T123402Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240528T135316Z UID:19601-1721831400-1721838600@efao.ca SUMMARY:Permaculture for the Market Gardener DESCRIPTION:This webinar is part of the Ignatius Farm New Farmer Training Program – a collaboration between Ignatius Jesuit Centre\, EFAO\, Everdale and the National Farmers Union – Ontario.  \nPermaculture tends to be very much in the domain of home gardeners and property owners. But what if we could take it all a step further\, and merge the fields of permaculture and market gardening? Zach will introduce the concept of Permabeds and the Permabed System which is about how to layout land for commercially-viable diverse market gardens and edible landscapes as well as Edible Ecosystem Design which is a method for highly diversified and organized land management. A recording of this webinar will be available. \nSpeaker: Zach Loeks\, Edible Eco-system Design \n \n  URL:https://efao.ca/event/permaculture-for-the-market-gardener/ LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://efao.ca/wp-content/uploads/9780865718265_cover-e1716813229440.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240722T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240722T163000 DTSTAMP:20260408T053220 CREATED:20240429T174219Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240429T174219Z UID:19480-1721658600-1721665800@efao.ca SUMMARY:Pasture-Raised Poultry DESCRIPTION:This webinar is part of the Ignatius Farm New Farmer Training Program – a collaboration between Ignatius Jesuit Centre\, EFAO\, Everdale and the National Farmers Union – Ontario. \nAre you thinking of starting pasture raised poultry?  Join Eric as he takes us through both the set up and day to day activities of pasture raised chickens as well as the business side of marketing and distribution. A recording of this webinar will be available. \nSpeaker: Eric Blondin\, Three Forks Farm URL:https://efao.ca/event/pasture-raised-poultry/ LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://efao.ca/wp-content/uploads/hot-weather-is-hard-on-chickens.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240717T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240717T163000 DTSTAMP:20260408T053220 CREATED:20240429T173510Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240429T173510Z UID:19474-1721226600-1721233800@efao.ca SUMMARY:Farmer Mental Health DESCRIPTION:This webinar is part of the Ignatius Farm New Farmer Training Program – a collaboration between Ignatius Jesuit Centre\, EFAO\, Everdale and the National Farmers Union – Ontario.  \nFarming can be a stressful job. Many aspects of farming come with significant challenges such as high financial risk\, heavy physical labour\, extreme weather and unpredictable supply chains. Unfortunately\, farmers tend to be less likely to seek the help of professionals. Join us for this webinar to find out about programs geared towards helping farmers address their mental health challenges and learn some tips to help you cope with day to day stress. \nA recording of this webinar will be available. \nSpeakers: \nCanadian Mental Health Association\, Agriculture Wellness Ontario \nRav Singh\, Shade of Miti URL:https://efao.ca/event/farmer-mental-health/ LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://efao.ca/wp-content/uploads/20211007_144759-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240715T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240715T163000 DTSTAMP:20260408T053220 CREATED:20240429T172617Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240429T172617Z UID:19470-1721053800-1721061000@efao.ca SUMMARY:Orchard Care Basics DESCRIPTION:This webinar is part of the Ignatius Farm New Farmer Training Program – a collaboration between Ignatius Jesuit Centre\, EFAO\, Everdale and the National Farmers Union – Ontario.  \nJoin us for a hands-on holistic fruit tree care workshop focused on summer pruning\, and how pruning integrates with key aspects of fruit tree botany and physiology\, pest management strategies\, and other best practices for maintaining a healthy and productive home orchard. A recording of this webinar will be available. \nPlease note\, this event will be available for in person attendance as well as a live Zoom event.  After registration please e-mail farmeducation@ignatiusguelph.ca if you would like to attend in person. \nSpeaker: Matt Soltys\, The Urban Orchardist \n \n  \n  \n  \n  URL:https://efao.ca/event/orchard-care-basics-2/ LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://efao.ca/wp-content/uploads/apple-blossom.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240715T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240715T153000 DTSTAMP:20260408T053220 CREATED:20240624T204746Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T204923Z UID:19752-1721052000-1721057400@efao.ca SUMMARY:Mushroom Cultivation with the Wild Basket DESCRIPTION:This webinar is part of EFAO’s Indigenous Outreach and Engagement Initiative\, which is supported by the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture\, Food and Rural Affairs. \nAll Indigenous growers\, land stewards and community members are welcome to attend this webinar free of charge! Please use the coupon code: INDG2024 when filling out the registration form to receive free admission.  \nJoin Annaleigh Males for an introduction to fungal ecology and mushroom cultivation\, covering both indoor and outdoor methods\, substrate preparation\, and basic maintenance tips for beginners. This session aims to equip participants with foundational knowledge in mushroom production while emphasizing the integration of traditional practices with modern approaches. \nIn addition\, participants will learn about The Wild Basket – an initiative of the Timiskaming First Nation’s natural resources department\, Ni Dakinan – exploring its inception\, values\, and goals. The Wild Basket\, started in 2013\, harvests non-timber forest products to offer a wide-range of items including flavoured carbonated water\, fresh mushrooms\, forest teas\, and mushroom soup. The initiative not only generates revenue but also addresses food security and food sovereignty by empowering community members to take active roles in the sustainable preservation of their territory and in the transfer of traditional knowledge. \nAbout the host \nAnnaleigh Males is a passionate advocate for sustainable ecosystems and preserving the local Temiskaming environment. She works hard to blend her scientific expertise with her cultural roots\, being born and raised in the Temiskaming region as well as being a proud member of Timiskaming First Nation. Currently employed as The Wild Basket Coordinator\, she completed her degree in life sciences and Indigenous studies from Queens University\, and later\, a certificate in Mycology from the University of Victoria. Annaleigh’s work as The Wild Basket Coordinator not only showcases her commitment the Timiskaming traditional territory to but also highlights her dedication to reviving local Indigenous food systems. \nIn order to make our training and community building events accessible to all farmers and future farmers in Ontario\, EFAO strives to reduce financial barriers for registration by using a Pay What You Can model. To register please complete this form! URL:https://efao.ca/event/mushroom-cultivation-with-the-wild-basket/ LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://efao.ca/wp-content/uploads/mushrooms-2-e1719261952801.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240708T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240708T163000 DTSTAMP:20260408T053220 CREATED:20240429T170102Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240704T202041Z UID:19458-1720449000-1720456200@efao.ca SUMMARY:Introduction to Beekeeping DESCRIPTION:Interested in beekeeping? Join the Tuckamore Bee Company crew to learn about the basics of keeping bees\, what you need to get started and some common challenges for beginners. A recording of this webinar will be available. \nPlease note\, this event will be available for a limited number of in person attendance as well as a live Zoom event. After registration\, please e-mail farmeducation@ignatiusguelph.ca if you would like to attend in person. \nSpeaker: Alison Van Alten\, Tuckamore Bee Company \n \n  \n  \n  \nThis webinar is part of the Ignatius Farm New Farmer Training Program – a collaboration between Ignatius Jesuit Centre\, EFAO\, Everdale and the National Farmers Union – Ontario.  URL:https://efao.ca/event/introduction-to-beekeeping/ LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://efao.ca/wp-content/uploads/bee-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240624T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240624T163000 DTSTAMP:20260408T053220 CREATED:20240429T170724Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240429T170724Z UID:19462-1719239400-1719246600@efao.ca SUMMARY:Keeping Sheep DESCRIPTION:This webinar is part of the Ignatius Farm New Farmer Training Program – a collaboration between Ignatius Jesuit Centre\, EFAO\, Everdale and the National Farmers Union – Ontario.  \nAre you interested in keeping sheep? Join Brenda Hsueh as she talks us through the challenges and benefits of sheep farming.  Brenda and her family run Black Sheep Farm; an organic farm\, raising sheep on pasture for lamb meat\, fibre\, and tanned lambskins. \nA recording of this event will be available. \nSpeaker: Brenda Hsueh\, Black Sheep Farm \n \n  \n  \n  \n  URL:https://efao.ca/event/keeping-sheep-2/ LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://efao.ca/wp-content/uploads/sheep-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240617T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240617T163000 DTSTAMP:20260408T053220 CREATED:20240429T171644Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240429T171644Z UID:19466-1718634600-1718641800@efao.ca SUMMARY:Ecology of Pasture Raised Meat Production DESCRIPTION:This webinar is part of the Ignatius Farm New Farmer Training Program – a collaboration between Ignatius Jesuit Centre\, EFAO\, Everdale and the National Farmers Union – Ontario.  \nMany consumers are drawn to the health benefits and premium quality of pasture raised meats – both excellent reasons to raise animals on grass.  But the greatest strength of well managed pasture-based production is the impact it has on the landscape.  In this webinar\, land manager and grass farmer\, Josh Noiseux of Evermeadow Farm\, explores the various ways livestock interact with local ecologies to generate desirable ecological outcomes\, including increased biodiversity\, wildlife habitat\, forage productivity\, and improved hydrological function.  A recording of this webinar will be available. \nSpeaker: Joshua Noiseux\, Co-Owner\, Evermeadow Farm \n \n  \n  \n  \n  URL:https://efao.ca/event/ecology-of-pasture-raised-meat-production/ LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://efao.ca/wp-content/uploads/MPOF-hogs-square-e1673303223863.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240612T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240612T163000 DTSTAMP:20260408T053220 CREATED:20240429T165402Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240429T165402Z UID:19453-1718202600-1718209800@efao.ca SUMMARY:Setting Up An Urban Farm DESCRIPTION:This webinar is part of the Ignatius Farm New Farmer Training Program – a collaboration between Ignatius Jesuit Centre\, EFAO\, Everdale and the National Farmers Union – Ontario.  \nWant to farm but stay in the city? Join us for this webinar on setting up an urban farm.  We will discuss what you need to consider before you start and some of the challenges you may face along the way.  A recording of this webinar will be available. \nSpeaker: Akosua Asare\, re.Planted Farm and Florals URL:https://efao.ca/event/setting-up-an-urban-farm/ LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://efao.ca/wp-content/uploads/avatar-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240610T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240610T163000 DTSTAMP:20260408T053220 CREATED:20240417T131609Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240422T194224Z UID:19403-1718029800-1718037000@efao.ca SUMMARY:Flower Production DESCRIPTION:This webinar is part of the Ignatius Farm New Farmer Training Program – a collaboration between Ignatius Jesuit Centre\, EFAO\, Everdale and the National Farmers Union – Ontario.  \nLocal and ecological flowers are a high-value crop to grow and are becoming more and more popular with conscious consumers. Join us for this webinar where we discuss how to efficiently and successfully begin growing or adding floral crops to your current production system\, using ecological growing practices\, and how to market those flowers through existing or new CSAs\, farmer’s market and grocery stores. \nA recording of this webinar will be available. \nSpeaker: Chloé Roy\, Founder of Floramama ecological flower farm \n \n  \n  \n  \nWe are grateful to the Market Gardener Institute for Sponsoring this webinar. \n \n\n\n\n\n  \n  URL:https://efao.ca/event/flower-production-2024/ LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://efao.ca/wp-content/uploads/Flowers2-e1648152518591.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240606T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240606T200000 DTSTAMP:20260408T053220 CREATED:20240527T184837Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240527T185949Z UID:19433-1717698600-1717704000@efao.ca SUMMARY:Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program Information Session DESCRIPTION:The Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association (OSCIA) is excited to be delivering the NEW Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program (RALP) to Ontario farmers. The next intake for the RALP program opens June 3\, 2024. \nFarmers who are interested in learning more about the program can participate in this virtual information session co-hosted by OSCIA and EFAO. The first half of this session will provide an overview of the program\, with time for questions. The second half will walk through the application process in detail. You’re invited to participate in as much of the info session as you would like to attend. \nProgram information\, including the program guide can be found at: Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program\, Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association \nAs part of the Ontario Agricultural Sustainability Initiative\, the Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program (RALP)\, provides funding to support Ontario farmers in making their agricultural lands more productive and resilient. The Program provides funding to support projects to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and sequester carbon. Information on the initiative can be found in the online program guide: Program Guide. There is 5 years of funding available for this project. \nProjects will focus on: \n\nNatural Grassland Establishment\nPerennial Biomass & Warm Season Pastures\nReduced Tillage\nTree & Shrub Planting\nWater Retention Features\nWetlands URL:https://efao.ca/event/resilient-agricultural-landscape-program-information-session/ LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://efao.ca/wp-content/uploads/Association-Events-hero-image-768x512-1-e1716836373928.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240527T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240527T163000 DTSTAMP:20260408T053220 CREATED:20240417T130058Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240422T195437Z UID:19394-1716820200-1716827400@efao.ca SUMMARY:Principles of Harvest and Post-Harvest DESCRIPTION:This webinar is part of the Ignatius Farm New Farmer Training Program – a collaboration between Ignatius Jesuit Centre\, EFAO\, Everdale and the National Farmers Union – Ontario.  \nHarvest and post-harvest handling are critical steps to ensure good quality produce with optimal shelf life. Learn important tips on things like harvest hygiene\, timing\, and techniques as well as post-harvest handling\, cooling\, and storage.  \nSpeaker: Della Campbell\, Everdale Farm Co-founder \n \n  \n  \n  \n  URL:https://efao.ca/event/principles-of-harvest-and-post-harvest-2024/ LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://efao.ca/wp-content/uploads/braedon-fennel.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240515T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240515T163000 DTSTAMP:20260408T053220 CREATED:20240416T150637Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240422T195515Z UID:19389-1715783400-1715790600@efao.ca SUMMARY:Irrigation Basics DESCRIPTION:This webinar is part of the Ignatius Farm New Farmer Training Program – a collaboration between Ignatius Jesuit Centre\, EFAO\, Everdale and the National Farmers Union – Ontario.  \nAn introduction to the importance of irrigation on farms\, water stress on plants\, when to irrigate and how much. Participants can expect to learn about different irrigation options\, discuss troubleshooting and where to source parts. \nA recording of this event will be available. \nSpeaker: David Alexander\, Everdale Farm \n \n  \n  \n  \n  URL:https://efao.ca/event/irrigation-basics-2024/ LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://efao.ca/wp-content/uploads/Irrigation-Pipes.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240513T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240513T163000 DTSTAMP:20260408T053220 CREATED:20240416T150333Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240422T195557Z UID:19384-1715610600-1715617800@efao.ca SUMMARY:Yoga for Farmers: Warming up for the season DESCRIPTION:This webinar is part of the Ignatius Farm New Farmer Training Program – a collaboration between Ignatius Jesuit Centre\, EFAO\, Everdale and the National Farmers Union – Ontario.  \nJoin us for this hands on webinar where you will be lead into a practice on how to do simple and effective exercises and movements to reset and relax your body to sustain and restore you for the remainder of the season. It will start with slowing down\, then gentle movements and finally deep restorative poses. Participants can access a printable PDF that can be used “off the mat and into the field”. \nA recording of this webinar will be available. \nSpeaker: Julie Bradley-Low\, Stonegrove Wellness Studio \n \n  \n  \n  \n  URL:https://efao.ca/event/yoga-for-farmers-warming-up-2024/ LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://efao.ca/wp-content/uploads/farm-fitness.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240508T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240508T163000 DTSTAMP:20260408T053220 CREATED:20240416T145444Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240422T195619Z UID:19380-1715178600-1715185800@efao.ca SUMMARY:Cover Crops and Green Manures DESCRIPTION:This webinar is part of the Ignatius Farm New Farmer Training Program – a collaboration between Ignatius Jesuit Centre\, EFAO\, Everdale and the National Farmers Union – Ontario.  \nWhat is cover cropping and green manure? This webinar will answer these questions and discuss why they’re used in crop rotations. Learn how this practice can help increase soil health\, crop health\, and soil water retention. \nA recording of this webinar will be available. \nSpeaker: Stephanie Vickers\, Horticulture Sustainability Specialist\, Ontario Ministry of Agriculture\, Food and Rural Affairs \n \n  \n  \n  \n  URL:https://efao.ca/event/cover-crops-and-green-manures-2024/ LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://efao.ca/wp-content/uploads/2.2-June-20-cover-crop-maturity-close-up-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240506T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240506T163000 DTSTAMP:20260408T053220 CREATED:20240416T145116Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240422T195654Z UID:19376-1715005800-1715013000@efao.ca SUMMARY:Weed Management DESCRIPTION:This webinar is part of the Ignatius Farm New Farmer Training Program – a collaboration between Ignatius Jesuit Centre\, EFAO\, Everdale and the National Farmers Union – Ontario.  \nWhat are some common weeds and how do we manage them on a farm? This webinar will introduce the importance of managing weeds\, the basics of weed identification\, and various preventative and reactive control measures. \nA recording of this event will be available. \n  \nSpeaker: Lisa Conroy\, Farm Educator\, Ignatius Farm URL:https://efao.ca/event/weed-management-2/ LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://efao.ca/wp-content/uploads/dandelions-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240501T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240501T163000 DTSTAMP:20260408T053220 CREATED:20240416T144705Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T130314Z UID:19371-1714573800-1714581000@efao.ca SUMMARY:Vegetable Crop Disease Management DESCRIPTION:This webinar is part of the Ignatius Farm New Farmer Training Program – a collaboration between Ignatius Jesuit Centre\, EFAO\, Everdale and the National Farmers Union – Ontario.  \nIdentifying and managing plant diseases can be tricky. Join us for this introduction into what plant diseases are\, how to identify them\, and what you can do to prevent and control them. \nA recording of this webinar will be available. \n  \nSpeaker: Katie Goldehar\, Pathologist – Horticulture Crops\, OMAFRA \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  URL:https://efao.ca/event/vegetable-crop-disease-management/ LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://efao.ca/wp-content/uploads/NTPotatoes_Funding.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240429T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240429T163000 DTSTAMP:20260408T053220 CREATED:20240416T143750Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T143750Z UID:19367-1714401000-1714408200@efao.ca SUMMARY:Field and Bed Preparation DESCRIPTION:Before you can plant\, you need to prepare the soil. This webinar will discuss methods of field and bed preparation\, the dangers of over cultivation\, and innovative no-till options. Primary and secondary tillage equipment will be shown as well as smaller-scale and hand-tool options. \nA recording of this webinar will be available. \n  \nSpeaker: Lisa Conroy\, Farm Educator\, Ignatius Farm URL:https://efao.ca/event/field-and-bed-preparation-2024/ LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://efao.ca/wp-content/uploads/Fertile-Ground-field.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240418T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240418T163000 DTSTAMP:20260408T053220 CREATED:20240401T153929Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T153929Z UID:19259-1713450600-1713457800@efao.ca SUMMARY:Introduction to Seedling Production and Greenhouse Management DESCRIPTION:This webinar is part of the Ignatius Farm New Farmer Training Program – a collaboration between Ignatius Jesuit Centre\, EFAO\, Everdale and the National Farmers Union – Ontario.  \nStarting your own seedlings can be challenging. Join this webinar to learn some tips and tricks to producing high quality healthy seedlings as well as good greenhouse management techniques. Della Campbell shares her experience growing seedlings for Everdale’s plant sale and CSA farm. A recording of this webinar will be available. \nSpeaker: Della Campbell\, Everdale Farm \n \n  \n  \n  \n  URL:https://efao.ca/event/introduction-to-seedling-production-and-greenhouse-management/ LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://efao.ca/wp-content/uploads/Untitled-design-5.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240417T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240417T163000 DTSTAMP:20260408T053220 CREATED:20240401T153840Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T153840Z UID:19255-1713364200-1713371400@efao.ca SUMMARY:Introduction to Indoor Growing DESCRIPTION:This webinar is part of the Ignatius Farm New Farmer Training Program – a collaboration between Ignatius Jesuit Centre\, EFAO\, Everdale and the National Farmers Union – Ontario.  \nThis webinar will cover the different types of indoor growing options and which crops can be grown indoors in the spring. The many benefits and challenges of this production system will be discussed.  \nA recording of this webinar will be available. \nSpeaker: Lisa Conroy\, Farm Educator\, Ignatius Farm \n \n  URL:https://efao.ca/event/introduction-to-indoor-growing-2024/ LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://efao.ca/wp-content/uploads/Jeff-Leslie-hoop-house.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240415T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240415T163000 DTSTAMP:20260408T053220 CREATED:20240401T153739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T153739Z UID:19247-1713191400-1713198600@efao.ca SUMMARY:Farm Workers Rights and Responsibilities DESCRIPTION:Did you know that farm worker rights differ from general employee rights? Many new farm workers are uninformed about their rights and responsibilities. This webinar will clarify the different rights and responsibilities relating to working on Ontario farms.  \nA recording of this webinar will be available. \nSpeakers: Hannah Kaya & El Cyr \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  URL:https://efao.ca/event/farm-workers-rights-and-responsibilities-2/ LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://efao.ca/wp-content/uploads/farmworkers-rights-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240412T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240412T163000 DTSTAMP:20260408T053220 CREATED:20240402T202409Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T202409Z UID:19243-1712932200-1712939400@efao.ca SUMMARY:Identifying and Controlling Insect Pests DESCRIPTION:This webinar is part of the Ignatius Farm New Farmer Training Program – a collaboration between Ignatius Jesuit Centre\, EFAO\, Everdale and the National Farmers Union – Ontario.  \nUnfortunately we are not the only ones who find our crops tasty!  There is a whole world of insects that find our crops delicious or a great home.  This webinar gives you a basic understanding of the role of insects in agriculture and how to manage pests throughout the growing season.   A recording of this webinar will be available. \nSpeaker: Lisa Conroy\, Farm Educator\, Ignatius Farm URL:https://efao.ca/event/identifying-and-controlling-insect-pests-2024/ LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://efao.ca/wp-content/uploads/pest-management.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240412T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240412T163000 DTSTAMP:20260408T053220 CREATED:20240401T153714Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T153714Z UID:19239-1712932200-1712939400@efao.ca SUMMARY:Botany for Farmers and Gardeners DESCRIPTION:This webinar is part of the Ignatius Farm New Farmer Training Program – a collaboration between Ignatius Jesuit Centre\, EFAO\, Everdale and the National Farmers Union – Ontario.  \nThis webinar will provide an introduction to botany for gardeners\, farmers\, and foodies. Topics will include vegetable classification and why this is important\, parts of a plant\, pollination and common pests and diseases.  \nA recording of this webinar will be available. \nSpeaker: Lisa Conroy\, Farm Educator\, Ignatius Farm \n \n  URL:https://efao.ca/event/botany-for-farmers-and-gardeners-2024/ LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://efao.ca/wp-content/uploads/botany-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240410T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240410T163000 DTSTAMP:20260408T053220 CREATED:20240401T153645Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T153645Z UID:19234-1712759400-1712766600@efao.ca SUMMARY:Language of Ecological Agriculture DESCRIPTION:This webinar is part of the Ignatius Farm New Farmer Training Program – a collaboration between Ignatius Jesuit Centre\, EFAO\, Everdale and the National Farmers Union – Ontario.  \nWhat is organic agriculture? What does regenerative mean? What is the difference between permaculture\, agroecology\, and biodynamic farming? Join us for a discussion about the language of ecological agriculture and start thinking about how and where your farm might fit.  A recording of this webinar will be available. \nSpeaker: Thorsten Arnold\, Grey-Bruce Centre for Agroecology & Persephone Market Garden \n \n  URL:https://efao.ca/event/language-of-ecological-agriculture-2024/ LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://efao.ca/wp-content/uploads/language-of-eco-ag-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR