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SUMMARY:Virtual Field Day: Three Forks Farms
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Virtual Field day with Three Forks Farms. Peggy and Eric run a mixed organic vegetable\, seed and chicken farm located on Manitoulin Island. They have been growing in the North East for 6 years\, to both direct to retail and wholesale markets. \n  \nThis webinar is offered as part of the Ignatius Farm New Farmer Training Program. Educational content is geared toward new farmers\, but is open to all farmers who might be curious about a certain topic\, wishing to expand their farming knowledge\, or in need of a refresh. \n  \nAnyone wishing to attend the full Term 2 can register here. Registering for Term 2 does not require you to register for each individual session. \n  \nIn order to make our training and community building events accessible to all farmers (and future farmers) in Ontario\, the Ignatius New Farmer Training Program strives to cover registration fees for anyone facing financial barriers. Need assistance covering the registration fee? Let us know!
URL:https://efao.ca/event/virtual-field-day-three-forks-farms-2/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Virtual Field Day
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210729
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SUMMARY:Term 2: Ignatius New Farmer Training Program
DESCRIPTION:Term 2 focuses on applying farm language and knowledge. \n  \nRegister for the whole term or choose individual events (registration will open for individual events 4 weeks prior to the event).   \n  \nNEW! Sign up as an individual\, or register your farm team or household of up to 5 people! This option is only available for full term registrations. \n  \nAll events are recorded to allow participants to watch on their own time. Recordings will be made available within 48 hours of the event. \n  \nTerm 2 includes:\n  \nMay 3rd: Full term participant Virtual Meet-Up\, 7-8pm \n  \nMay 5th: Virtual Field Day: Three Forks Farms\, 2:30-3:20pm  \n  \nMay 10th: Field and Bed Preparation\, 2:30-4pm \n  \nMay 12th: Introduction to Weed Management\, 2:30-4pm \n  \nMay 17th: Irrigation Principles\, 2:30-4pm \n  \nMay 19th: Harvest and Post-Harvest Principles\, 2:30-4pm \n  \nJune 2nd: Running a Full-Season CSA with Cedar Down Farm\, 2:30-3:30pm \n  \nJune 7th: Making Great Compost\, 2:30-4pm \n  \nJune 9th: Virtual Field Day TBA\, 2:30-3:30pm \n  \nJune 14th: Greenhouse Seeding\, 2:30-4pm \n  \nJune 16th: Virtual Field Day: Shade of Miti\, 2:30-3:30 \n  \nJune 21st: Cover Crops and Green Manures\, 2:30-4pm \n  \nJune 23rd: Rooftop Farming at Ryerson Urban Farm\, 2:30-3:30pm \n  \nJuly 12th: Keeping Sheep on an Organic Vegetable Farm\, 2:30-4pm \n  \nJuly 14th: Large-scale Organic Vegetables with Cookstown Greens\, 2:30-3:30pm \n  \nJuly 19th: Farmer Reset\, 2:30-4pm \n  \nJuly 21st: Raining Gold Farm\, 2:30-3:30pm \n  \nJuly 26th: Beyond Land Acknowledgements\, 2:30-4pm \n  \nJuly 28th: Nourishing a Reciprocal Relationship with the Land\, 2:30-4pm\, and Full term participant debrief virtual meet-up\, 7-8pm \n  \nPrices will increase after April 26th. \n  \nFull program details available here  > \n  \nIn order to make training and community building events accessible to all farmers and future farmers in Ontario\, the Ignatius New Farmer Training Program strives to cover registration fees for anyone facing barriers. Need assistance covering the registration fee? Let us know! \n  \n \n 
URL:https://efao.ca/event/term-2-new-farmer-training-21/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210430T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210430T140000
DTSTAMP:20210428T155655Z
CREATED:20210413T184336Z
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UID:7623-1619787600-1619791200@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Seed Farmer Meet-up with David Catzel
DESCRIPTION:Join David Catzel\, Regional Program Coordinator for the Bauta Family Initiative in British Columbia and a seed producer growing seed for sale with BC Eco Seed Co-op\, for a discussion on choosing what seed crops to grow\, setting up your seed garden\, and how to plan your season around seed maturity\, which can vary from variety to variety.\n\n\nThis is the second Seed Farmer Meet Up\, which are hosted monthly for EFAO members. Growers of all experience levels and at all points in the process of seed saving and production are welcome. Alongside learning from David\, participants will have the chance to network\, strategize on issues\, and learn from other seed growers.\n\n\n\nNote: This event will not be recorded.
URL:https://efao.ca/event/seed-farmer-meet-up-david-catzel/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Virtual Meet-up
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210428T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210428T150000
DTSTAMP:20210504T143141Z
CREATED:20210316T192350Z
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UID:7420-1619616600-1619622000@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Introduction to Soil Health
DESCRIPTION:Soil is the foundation of growing healthy food. Learn the properties of soils and how to maintain and build soil health. We will discuss the types of soils and their attributes\, how to keep soils healthy and what activities contribute to degrading\, maintaining\, and building healthy soils.  \n  \nSpeaker: Dr. Sarah Hargreaves\, Soil Microbial Ecologist and Research & Small Grains Program Director\, Ecological Farmers Association of Ontario. \n  \nThis webinar is offered as part of the Ignatius Farm New Farmer Training Program. Educational content is geared toward new farmers\, but is open to all farmers who might be curious about a certain topic\, wishing to expand their farming knowledge\, or in need of a refresh. \n  \nAnyone wishing to attend the full Term 1 can do so here. Registering for Term 1 does not require you to register for each individual session. \n  \nIn order to make our training and community building events accessible to all farmers (and future farmers) in Ontario\, the Ignatius New Farmer Training Program strives to cover registration fees for anyone facing financial barriers. Need assistance covering the registration fee? Let us know! \n  \n 
URL:https://efao.ca/event/intro-to-soil-health-21/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210428T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210428T130000
DTSTAMP:20210504T143025Z
CREATED:20210415T155716Z
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UID:7638-1619611200-1619614800@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Digital Farm Gate Sales with Open Food Network
DESCRIPTION:Thinking about creating an online store but still not sure which platform is best for you? Open Food Network Canada has built an open-source e-commerce platform that supports online stores for individual farms and CSAs\, and also connects these farms into online marketplaces. Theresa Schumilas will demo how she uses the OFN tools to (1) build online storefronts for her own farm\, seedling sales\, and flower CSA\, and (2) connect farms together into different online marketplaces. \nReady\, Set\, Grow meet-ups are free and open to everyone. Note that this session will not be available as a recording.
URL:https://efao.ca/event/digital-farm-gate-ofn/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Virtual Meet-up
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210428T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210428T223000
DTSTAMP:20210504T142851Z
CREATED:20210316T190843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210504T142851Z
UID:7416-1619600400-1619649000@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Introduction to Indoor Growing
DESCRIPTION:This 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. \n  \nThis webinar is offered as part of the Ignatius Farm New Farmer Training Program. Educational content is geared toward new farmers\, but is open to all farmers who might be curious about a certain topic\, wishing to expand their farming knowledge\, or in need of a refresh. \n  \nSpeaker: Lisa Conroy\, Farm Educator Ignatius Farm \n  \nAnyone wishing to attend the full Term 1 can do so here. Registering for Term 1 does not require you to register for each individual session. \n  \nIn order to make our training and community building events accessible to all farmers (and future farmers) in Ontario\, the Ignatius New Farmer Training Program strives to cover registration fees for anyone facing financial barriers. Need assistance covering the registration fee? Let us know! \n  \n 
URL:https://efao.ca/event/introduction-to-indoor-growing-21/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210427T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210427T130000
DTSTAMP:20210428T151003Z
CREATED:20210415T154344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210428T151003Z
UID:7578-1619524800-1619528400@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Yoga for Farmers
DESCRIPTION:Join Julie Bradley-Low\, Certified Yoga Instructor from @The Farmer Yoga Teacher (on Instagram & Facebook) for a virtual yoga class. You will learn simple and effective tools to empower yourself and sustain your wellness through the growing season. The way you feel physically\, emotionally and mentally impacts your farming\, therefore having access to wellness resources is key. \nJulie will start with a short presentation about herself\, her wellness & farming journey\, then she will guide us through an all-levels yoga class specifically tailored for Earth worker’s needs: posture check\, wrists stretches and back relief poses. You don’t need any experience neither props to participate\, only a quiet spot of your choice (barn attic\, greenhouse\, office\, backfield\, etc.). \nReady\, Set\, Grow meet-ups are free and open to everyone. Note that this session will not be available as a recording.
URL:https://efao.ca/event/yoga-for-farmers/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Virtual Meet-up
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210426T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210426T150000
DTSTAMP:20210427T145906Z
CREATED:20210316T190227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210427T145906Z
UID:7411-1619443800-1619449200@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 relevant to people working on Ontario farms. \n  \nFacilitator: David Thompson\, Farm Labour Project Coordinator for the National Farmers Union-Ontario \n  \nThis webinar is offered as part of the Ignatius Farm New Farmer Training Program. Educational content is geared toward new farmers\, but is open to all farmers who might be curious about a certain topic\, wishing to expand their farming knowledge\, or in need of a refresh. \n  \nAnyone wishing to attend the full Term 1 can do so here. Registering for Term 1 does not require you to register for each individual session. \n  \nIn order to make our training and community building events accessible to all farmers (and future farmers) in Ontario\, the Ignatius New Farmer Training Program strives to cover registration fees for anyone facing financial barriers. Need assistance covering the registration fee? Let us know!
URL:https://efao.ca/event/farm-workers-rights-and-responsibilities-21/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210426T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210426T103000
DTSTAMP:20210427T145957Z
CREATED:20210316T185405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210427T145957Z
UID:7404-1619427600-1619433000@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Identifying and Controlling Pests and Diseases
DESCRIPTION:Unfortunately we aren’t the only ones who find our crops tasty! There’s a whole world of insects and diseases that find our crops to be delicious or make a great home. This webinar provides a basic understanding of the role of insects in agriculture\, and how to manage pests and diseases throughout the growing season. \nFacilitator: Lisa Conroy\, Farm Educator from Ignatius Farm. \nThis event is offered as part of the Ignatius Farm New Farmer Training Program. Educational content is geared toward new farmers\, but is open to all farmers who might be curious about a certain topic\, wishing to expand their farming knowledge\, or in need of a refresh. \nAnyone wishing to attend the full Term 1 can do so here. Registering for Term 1 does not require you to register for each individual session. \nIn order to make our training and community building events accessible to all farmers (and future farmers) in Ontario\, the Ignatius New Farmer Training Program strives to cover registration fees for anyone facing financial barriers. Need assistance covering the registration fee? Let us know!
URL:https://efao.ca/event/identifying-and-controlling-pests-and-diseases-21/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210423T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210423T143000
DTSTAMP:20210426T181315Z
CREATED:20210316T184522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210426T181315Z
UID:7398-1619168400-1619188200@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Language of Ecological Agriculture and Food Systems in Ontario
DESCRIPTION:What 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. \n  \nRegistration for this webinar includes both Part 1\, from 9:00am – 10:30am\, and Part 2\, from 1:00pm – 2:30pm. \n  \nSpeaker: Thorsten Arnold\, Grey-Bruce Centre for Agroecology and Persephone Market Garden \n  \nThis webinar is offered as part of the Ignatius Farm New Farmer Training Program. Educational content is geared toward new farmers\, but is open to all farmers who might be curious about a certain topic\, wishing to expand their farming knowledge\, or in need a refresh. \n  \nAnyone wishing to attend the full Term 1 can do so here. Registering for Term 1 does not require you to register for each individual session. \n  \nIn order to make our training and community building events accessible to all farmers (and future farmers) in Ontario\, the Ignatius New Farmer Training Program strives to cover registration fees for anyone facing financial barriers. Need assistance covering the registration fee? Let us know!
URL:https://efao.ca/event/language-of-ecological-ag-21/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210422T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210422T130000
DTSTAMP:20210426T181243Z
CREATED:20210415T163527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210426T181243Z
UID:7642-1619092800-1619096400@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Digital Farm Gate Sales with Local Line
DESCRIPTION:Selling online can be daunting. It’s hard to know where to start or what tools you need. But with the challenges that come from COVID\, there is an incredible opportunity for local food systems to become stronger and tap into increased demand for local options. Here’s a chance to see an e-commerce platform in action. \n  \nChris Walker from Local Line will give a tour of this digital platform\, and demonstrate some of the features most relevant to those doing farm gate sales\, CSAs\, and farm store hubs. There will be an opportunity for questions after the presentation. \n  \nReady\, Set\, Grow meet-ups are free and open to everyone. Note that this session will not be available as a recording.
URL:https://efao.ca/event/digital-farm-gate-sales-with-local-line/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Virtual Meet-up
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210421T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210421T150000
DTSTAMP:20210422T144913Z
CREATED:20210316T183726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210422T144913Z
UID:7392-1619011800-1619017200@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Botany 101 for Farmers and Gardeners
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will provide an introduction to botany for gardeners\, farmers\, and foodies. Topics include vegetable classification and why this is important\, parts of a plant\, pollination and common pests and diseases.  \n  \nSpeaker: Lisa Conroy\, Farm Educator\, Ignatius Farm \n  \nThis webinar is offered as part of the Ignatius Farm New Farmer Training Program. Educational content is geared toward new farmers\, but is open to all farmers who might be curious about a certain topic\, wishing to expand their farming knowledge\, or in need of a refresh. \n  \nAnyone wishing to attend the full Term 1 can do so here. Registering for Term 1 does not require you to register for each individual session. \n  \nIn order to make our training and community building events accessible to all farmers (and future farmers) in Ontario\, the Ignatius New Farmer Training Program strives to cover registration fees for anyone facing financial barriers. Need assistance covering the registration fee? Let us know! \n 
URL:https://efao.ca/event/botany-101-21/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210421T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210421T103000
DTSTAMP:20210422T144956Z
CREATED:20210316T182315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210422T144956Z
UID:7382-1618995600-1619001000@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Introduction to Organic Growing
DESCRIPTION:Want to grow your own vegetables but not sure how to get started? Join this webinar for an overview of how to start growing vegetables. Topics will include getting to know your site\, common tools\, site preparation\, planting\, pest management\, harvesting\, and extending the season. Participants will learn more about typical farming seasons and the energy and task flow associated with each. \n  \nSpeaker: Lisa Conroy\, Farm Educator\, Ignatius Farm. \n  \nThis webinar is offered as part of the Ignatius Farm New Farmer Training Program. Educational content is geared toward new farmers\, but is open to all farmers who might be curious about a certain topic\, wishing to expand their farming knowledge\, or in need of a refresh. \n  \nAnyone wishing to attend the full Term 1 can do so here. Registering for Term 1 does not require you to register for each individual session. \n  \nIn order to make our training and community building events accessible to all farmers (and future farmers) in Ontario\, the Ignatius New Farmer Training Program strives to cover registration fees for anyone facing financial barriers. Need assistance covering the registration fee? Let us know!
URL:https://efao.ca/event/intro-to-organic-growing-21/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210420T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210420T130000
DTSTAMP:20210421T130350Z
CREATED:20210331T191554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210421T130350Z
UID:7566-1618920000-1618923600@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Wholesale Packaging Options with Wellington Produce Packaging
DESCRIPTION:Join Adam Hincks from Wellington Produce Packaging as he shares his thoughts and experiences on how to best utilize packaging products this growing season. Adam will speak about compostable & bio-degradable packaging\, plastic packaging – the good and bad\, plastic alternatives (bags and containers)\, packaging for shipping produce directly to homes & curbside pick up\, plus some of the eco-friendly options available\, how to brand your packaging\, and options for selling produce wholesale. This meet-up will leave you with a broader understanding of the various options available to you as you enter your growing season. \n  \nReady\, Set\, Grow meet-ups are free and open to everyone. Note that this session will not be available as a recording.
URL:https://efao.ca/event/wholesale-packaging-options-wpp/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Virtual Meet-up
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210414T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210414T120000
DTSTAMP:20210419T135903Z
CREATED:20210322T145315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210419T135903Z
UID:7516-1618398000-1618401600@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Silvopasture Meet-Up
DESCRIPTION:Join other EFAO members for a Q&A and discussion on silvopasture with Pam Jackson of Jackson Stewardship and Jim Jones of The Hedgerow Co.  Pam is a Registered Professional Forester with a background in forest management and rural property planning and Jim is an expert on planting and managing ‘European-style’ hedgerows (living fences). This interactive event is a follow-up to February’s Silvopasture Meet-up. \n  \nIf you have specific questions in mind for Jim and Pam in advance of the meet-up\, please leave them here. \n  \nSilvopasture is the practice of integrating trees\, forage\, and the grazing of domesticated animals in a mutually beneficial way. It utilizes the principles of managed grazing\, and it is one of several distinct forms of agroforestry. \n  \nThis event is open to all EFAO members. \n  \nA recording of this virtual meet-up will not be available. \n 
URL:https://efao.ca/event/silvopasture-meet-up/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Virtual Meet-up
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210413T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210413T130000
DTSTAMP:20210419T135832Z
CREATED:20210331T190222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210419T135832Z
UID:7563-1618315200-1618318800@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Maximizing Greenhouse Potential with Multi Shelter Solutions
DESCRIPTION:Join Norm Eygenraam from Multi Shelter Solutions as he shares his thoughts and experiences on how to get the most out of your greenhouse space and investment. Norm will speak about ventilation\, best anchoring solutions (especially useful for moveable greenhouses)\, how to safely and effectively trellis inside your greenhouse\, and what shape works best for the various growing options. This workshop will leave you with a solid understanding of the possibilities and potential of maximizing your greenhouse structure. \n  \nReady\, Set\, Grow meet-ups are free and open to everyone. Note that this session will not be available as a recording.
URL:https://efao.ca/event/maximizing-greenhouse-potential/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Virtual Meet-up
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210408T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210408T120000
DTSTAMP:20210408T200922Z
CREATED:20210330T170410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210408T200922Z
UID:7538-1617879600-1617883200@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Winter Veggie Storage at Mount Wolfe Farm
DESCRIPTION:Mount Wolfe Farm in Caledon offers a four season (May-March) CSA program that includes winter storage veggies and a wide range of foodstuffs from local producers. Join Farm Manager Sarah Dolamore for a pre-recorded talk about the farm’s cold storage techniques\, particularly about non-root storage veggies (cabbage and squash) and a live Q&A session about cold storage practices at Mount Wolfe Farm. \n*A pre-recorded video tour will be sent to participants 24-48hrs before the live Q&A session. \n  \nNote that the Q&A session will not be recorded.
URL:https://efao.ca/event/winter-veggie-storage-at-mount-wolfe-farm/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Virtual Field Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210407T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210407T143000
DTSTAMP:20210408T140842Z
CREATED:20210322T142239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210408T140842Z
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SUMMARY:No-till Vegetable Meet-Up
DESCRIPTION:Join Ken Laing of Orchard Hill Farm for a presentation and discussion about the no-till vegetable trials he is conducting on his farm. He will share some of the highlights\, challenges and lessons-learned from 2020\, talk about the plans for 2021 and leave lots of time for discussion and questions.\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nIn advance of this meet-up\, you can learn more about these trials on the EFAO blog. Or\, visit Ken’s No-Till Vegetable Trials page on Facebook.\n\n  \n\n\n\n\nThis event is available to all EFAO members and will not be recorded.
URL:https://efao.ca/event/no-till-vegetable-meet-up-ken/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Virtual Meet-up
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210406T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210406T133000
DTSTAMP:20210407T143827Z
CREATED:20210322T152854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210407T143827Z
UID:7523-1617712200-1617715800@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Small Grains Meet-Up: Growing Small Grains for the First Time
DESCRIPTION:In April\, a diversified field crop farmer and Practical Farmers of Iowa (PFI) member\, Andy Linder will share his successes and failures with growing oats for the first time. Andy farms with his family in south-central Minnesota and has slowly transitioned their farm to more ecological practices over the past ten years. You can read more about Andy below. \n  \nEFAO’s Small Grains program was inspired by PFI’s Small Grains Program. Since 2016\, PFI has supported the adoption of small grains on over 10\,000 acres across Iowa in just 4 years. \nAbout Andy: \nAndy and his dad\, Don\, farm near Easton\, Minnesota. Together\, they raise corn\, soybeans\, oats\, and grass hay. Their journey to soil health unintentionally started in 2010 when they purchased a vertical tillage machine and ran trials to compare that machine vs. a deep ripper for fall tillage. After a few years of trials they were convinced enough to stop using the ripper and sell it. Then\, in the fall of 2014\, Andy tried his first interseeded cover crop by flying cereal rye into soybeans. After some trials with cover crops and attending more soil health conferences\, he made the decision to stop tilling and cover every acre; and the fall of 2016\, Andy and Don seeded a cover crop on every acre and continue to using cover crop extensively. Currently Andy no tills all of this beans and is trying strip till corn with the goal of going to no-till corn after a few years of building better soil. Andy has recently started a cover crop sales and application business. He does custom hire with a high clearance cover crop seeder and matches customers with other modes of applications.
URL:https://efao.ca/event/small-grains-meet-up-growing-first-time/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Virtual Meet-up
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210406T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210406T130000
DTSTAMP:20210407T143743Z
CREATED:20210331T185237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210407T143743Z
UID:7556-1617710400-1617714000@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Digital Farm Gate Sales with Shopify
DESCRIPTION:Thinking about creating an online store but still not sure which platform is best for you? Here’s a chance to see one in action. A Shopify representative will do a tour of their digital platform\, and show you some of the features most relevant to those doing farm gate sales. There will be an opportunity for questions and answers after the presentation. \n  \nReady\, Set\, Grow meet-ups are free and open to everyone. Note that this session will not be available as a recording.
URL:https://efao.ca/event/digital-farm-gate-sales-with-shopify/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Virtual Meet-up
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210331T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210331T120000
DTSTAMP:20210407T143702Z
CREATED:20210301T141636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210407T143702Z
UID:7158-1617188400-1617192000@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Tips and Tools for the Research Season
DESCRIPTION:Conducting an on-farm research project in the middle of an already busy growing season requires organization and foresight to find systems that work for your farm. Join experienced farmer-researchers Ryan Spence and Isabelle Spence-Legault along with EFAO’s Research Director Sarah Hargreaves and EFAO’s Seed Program Manager Rebecca Ivanoff to learn tips and tools to make your data collection more manageable and effective. \nThis webinar is open to anyone interested in farmer-led or on-farm research and will be recorded and shared with participants following the live event.
URL:https://efao.ca/event/tips-and-tools-for-the-research-season-2021/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210330T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210330T130000
DTSTAMP:20210331T145105Z
CREATED:20210304T193738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210331T145105Z
UID:7243-1617105600-1617109200@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Alternative Economies
DESCRIPTION:Join Antonio Gomes of Cavaleiro Farm and Brent Klassen of Heartwood Farm & Cidery as they share some of their thoughts and experiences on alternative economic principles (i.e. gift economy\, barter\, etc.) and the role these alternative economies can play on a farm.  In addition to discussing some theories and ideas\, they will share some experiences of how these have come into play on their own farms and what this could look like in the future.  After two short presentations\, participants will have the opportunity to ask questions\, participate in discussion\, and share their own experiences with the group.
URL:https://efao.ca/event/alternative-economies-march-2021/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Member Month Meet-up
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210329T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210329T143000
DTSTAMP:20210330T164941Z
CREATED:20210318T180138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210330T164941Z
UID:7489-1617022800-1617028200@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Seedling Care Meet-up
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking to connect and share ideas with other CSA/market garden farmers about seedling management? As we begin another growing season\, this meet-up will provide a space to gather together to discuss a question or problem you are struggling with\, and to support one another in our quest to grow healthy resilient seedlings.\n\n\n  \nThe meet-up will be structured as a guided discussion with three parts\, focusing the questions on “lean” processes\, soil medium and fertility\, watering\, heating/cooling.\n\n\n  \n1) What is working well with your seedlings?\n2) What issues would you like to see resolved? Are there barriers to getting issues resolved?\n3) Do you have any questions about seedling management that you would like to ask to the group?\n\n\n  \nFacilitator: Isabelle Spence-Legault\n\n\n  \nMember Month Meet-ups are free and open to anyone.
URL:https://efao.ca/event/seedling-care/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Member Month Meet-up
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210324T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210324T153000
DTSTAMP:20210329T160537Z
CREATED:20210301T142451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210329T160537Z
UID:7162-1616594400-1616599800@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Seed Farmer Meet-up
DESCRIPTION:Are you implementing or planning to implement seed production in your garden or on your farm? In these times of increased seed demand\, do you want to discuss how to increase local seed sovereignty? Join other EFAO members for the inaugural seed farmer meet–up. Growers of all experience levels and at all points in the process of seed saving and production are welcome. \nParticipants will have the chance to network\, discuss an intention to meet regularly\, and share ideas for formats and topics for future meet-ups. Participants can also bring a question or problem they are having in their own seed saving set-up to discuss and strategize together in small groups. \n\nNote: This event will not be recorded.
URL:https://efao.ca/event/seed-meet-up-march-2021/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Virtual Meet-up
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210323T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210323T130000
DTSTAMP:20210324T170039Z
CREATED:20210304T191926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210324T170039Z
UID:7210-1616500800-1616504400@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Soil as Relationships
DESCRIPTION:While ecological farmers know more about soil health than many\, this conversation invites us to look at soil health as a series of relationships. In Afro-Indigenous teachings throughout time and place\, the natural world\, including the soil that feeds us\, is not a resource. Soil\, water\, air\, plants\, animals are a series of relationships in which humans have their role\, in a beautiful exchange of nourishment and obligation. Afro-Indigenous teachings and skills highlight the need to tend\, nurture\, and weave to maintain relationships of balance above and below ground.\n\n\n\n  \nUnderstanding soil ecosystems as a web of living relationships can inspire us as growers to cultivate more diverse microbial communities within the soil through practices like increasing plant diversity aboveground\, covering the soil and leaving soil layers intact. De-colonizing our farm practices fosters stronger\, more diverse relationships\, increasing resilience and abundance\, as well as a deeper sense of connection and belonging to the land.\n\n\n\n\n  \n\nFacilitator: Angel Beyde \nAngel is a Black / mixed race grower of food and flowers. An Organic Master Gardener\, educator and facilitator\, Angel has worked in Urban Ag\, eco-landscaping and non-profits for many years. She is passionate about regenerative growing practices as key to food security and community abundance. Angel and her husband Raph are currently looking for rural land with a home to start their organic market garden Good Fortune Farmstead in 2021.
URL:https://efao.ca/event/soil-as-relationships/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Member Month Meet-up
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210318T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210318T133000
DTSTAMP:20210218T150528Z
CREATED:20210218T150528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210218T150528Z
UID:6915-1616070600-1616074200@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Small Grains Meet-Up: Selling Specialty Grain with Max Meighen
DESCRIPTION:With the rise of local food reaching the grain sector\, specialty markets are one way for farmers to get higher prices for their small grains. Marketing specialty grain\, however\, can be daunting. \n  \nTo help demystify selling specialty grain\, Max Meighen of Avling Kitchen and Brewery will join us to share some of the things that end users are considering when buying specialty grain and tips for developing relationships with speciality grain buyers. \n\n\nAbout Max \nMax Meighen\, a former chef and brewer\, started work on Avling in 2015\, upon returning to Canada after a stint working overseas. By embracing the promise and potential of the circular economy\, Alving aims to be so much more than a standard craft brewery. Waste from the brewery and kitchen is redirected to the rooftop farm\, where we grow a wide variety of fruits\, vegetables\, and botanicals\, all of which find their way onto the menu or in one of our beers. Circularity is also realised through our supplier relationships. Winter grains planted by our pork supplier are harvested and sent to local malt houses to be turned into the raw materials for our beer. The Avling gardeners were thrilled to take part in the 2020 Canadian Organic Vegetable Improvement trials administered by the EAFO and we look forward to more farmer lead research on our roof. We all are looking forward to a happier and healthier 2021 and beyond.
URL:https://efao.ca/event/small-grains-meet-up-specialty-grains-max-meighen/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Virtual Meet-up
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210318T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210318T113000
DTSTAMP:20210219T154431Z
CREATED:20210219T015107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210219T154431Z
UID:6943-1616063400-1616067000@efao.ca
SUMMARY:CSA Farmer Meet-up
DESCRIPTION:Are you a CSA farmer looking to connect and share ideas with other CSA farmers?  As we begin another growing season\, here is a chance gather together to discuss a question or problem you are struggling with\, and to support one another through the planning process as we ease into another spring. \nParticipants will also have the opportunity to discuss an intention to meet regularly and share ideas for formats and topics for future meet-ups. \n\n\n\n  \nNote: This event will not be recorded.
URL:https://efao.ca/event/csa-meet-up-march-2021/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Virtual Meet-up
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210316T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210316T130000
DTSTAMP:20210301T145330Z
CREATED:20210301T145303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210301T145330Z
UID:7167-1615896000-1615899600@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Grazing Cover Crops
DESCRIPTION:Along with her husband Adam and four daughters\, Marie runs a cow/calf beef and sheep farm\, and grow silage corn\, winter wheat\, soybeans along with hay. Marie and Adam have been grazing cover crops since 2017 with the goal of extending the grazing season and improving soil health.\n\n\n\nParticipants will hear from Marie about their experiences (including both challenges and opportunities) grazing cover crops and then participate in a discussion to share their own experiences and questions.\n\n\n\nMember Month Meet-ups are free and open to anyone
URL:https://efao.ca/event/grazing-cover-crops-march-2021/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Member Month Meet-up
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210309T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210309T130000
DTSTAMP:20210301T144536Z
CREATED:20210225T212116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210301T144536Z
UID:7146-1615291200-1615294800@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Using Breath as a Tool for Farmer Wellness
DESCRIPTION:Join Bethany of @Tenderfarmer (on Facebook and Instagram) for a virtual meet-up on using the subtle power of the breath to change your relationship to your farm.  Learn about the science of trauma and how it relates to breathing\, learn why meditation and breathwork is good for some and not others\, and learn how to use subtle movement and massage to naturally enhance your breathing through your days.  \n  \nBethany will start with a presentation\, which will be followed by a group conversation facilitated by Bethany regarding Farmer Wellness. \n  \nMember Month Meet-ups are free and open to anyone.
URL:https://efao.ca/event/breath-as-a-tool/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Member Month Meet-up
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20210305T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20210305T120000
DTSTAMP:20210224T171422Z
CREATED:20210224T171422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210224T171422Z
UID:7048-1614940200-1614945600@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Rotational Grazing of Sheep with Pasture Hill Farm
DESCRIPTION:Interested in adding a sheep flock to your farm? Curious about how rotationally grazing sheep differs from grazing beef? Jim and Wanda Johnston have been raising grass-fed beef and pastured lamb at Pasture Hill Farm in New Liskeard for 27 years and have a commercial-sized flock of 650 ewes. Before moving to farming full-time\, Jim worked as the Forage and Sheep Researcher at the New Liskeard Agricultural Research Station. \nWatch a pre-recorded virtual tour of Pasture Hill Farm\, and then join Jim and OMAFRA Forage and Grazing Specialist Christine O’Reilly for a webinar presentation on rotational grazing\, including best practices\, forage growing cycles\, how to improve forage yield and quality\, and more. \n  \n*If you’re a farmer (or future farmer) living in Northern Ontario\, you are eligible for a 20% discount. Please contact admin@efao.ca to request the coupon code. \n  \nIn order to make our training and community building events accessible to all farmers (and future farmers) in Ontario\, EFAO strives to cover registration fees for anyone facing financial barriers. Need assistance covering the registration fee? Let us know!
URL:https://efao.ca/event/rotational-grazing-of-sheep-2021/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Virtual Field Day
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