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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200715T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200715T110000
DTSTAMP:20200615T181735Z
CREATED:20200505T135413Z
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SUMMARY:Identifying and Controlling Pests and Diseases
DESCRIPTION:Unfortunately we are not the only ones who find our crops tasty!  There is a whole world of insects and diseases that find our crops delicious or a great home.  This workshop gives you a basic understanding of the role of insects in agriculture and how to manage pests and diseases throughout the growing season. \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 a refresh. \nFacilitator: Lisa Conroy\, Farm Educator from Ignatius Farm.
URL:https://efao.ca/event/identifying-and-controlling-pests-and-diseases/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200708T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200708T110000
DTSTAMP:20200505T134401Z
CREATED:20200505T134401Z
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UID:3956-1594198800-1594206000@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Farmer Health with Zocalo Organics
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual tour of Zocalo Organics\, where Bethany Klapwyk\, Sebastian Ramirez and their team grow vegetables for their CSA as well as for restaurants\, wholesale and the Guelph Farmers Market. Participants will learn and discuss farmer health — how to take care of your body and mind during the hectic growing season. \nThis event is in partnership with CRAFT SW ON.
URL:https://efao.ca/event/farmer-health-with-zocalo-2020/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200624T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200624T150000
DTSTAMP:20200615T180824Z
CREATED:20200615T180824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200615T180824Z
UID:4207-1593005400-1593010800@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Organic Mixed Farming in the North at Sleepy G Farm
DESCRIPTION:Since 2010\, Brendan and Marcelle have been operating Sleepy G Farm in Pass Lake\, ON\, 45km east of Thunder Bay. They grow 8 acres of Certified Organic vegetables and distribute through a 200-member CSA program in addition to wholesaling to grocery stores.  Sleepy G Farm also produces eggs and beef as a complement to nearly year-round vegetables sales that are made possible by an on-farm winter vegetable storage facility. Get a behind-the-scenes look at how they have turned a 171 acre abandoned dairy farm in northwestern Ontario into a thriving\, diversified farm business and the infrastructure they’ve put in place to support their operations. \nParticipants will be sent (in advance) a pre-recorded video farm tour\, then on June 24th at 1:30pm\, there will be an opportunity for participants to join in a live discussion and ask questions of Brendan and Marcelle about their farm operations. \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 a refresh.
URL:https://efao.ca/event/organic-mixed-farming-at-sleepy-g/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Virtual Field Day
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200624T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200624T130000
DTSTAMP:20200616T003628Z
CREATED:20200615T183516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200616T003628Z
UID:4219-1593000000-1593003600@efao.ca
SUMMARY:New Farmer Meet-up: Q&A with Tony McQuail
DESCRIPTION:Join Tony McQuail of Meeting Place Organic Farm for this informal discussion.  Tony and his wife Fran have been members of EFAO since its founding in 1979.  He is a wealth of information and can answer questions related to cover crops\, farming with draft horses\, pasture management\, regenerative agriculture\, environmental activism and much more. \nThis event is designed as a discussion space for new farmers but open to all EFAO members and those who are registered for Term 2 of the Ignatius New Farmer Training Program.  Meeting link will be sent to all term participants.
URL:https://efao.ca/event/new-farmer-meet-up-with-tony-mcquail/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Virtual Meet-up
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200624T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200624T103000
DTSTAMP:20200615T175937Z
CREATED:20200615T175937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200615T175937Z
UID:4202-1592989200-1592994600@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Farm Infrastructure with Mulberry Moon Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual field day at Mulberry Moon Farm near Strathroy.  Alex and Kim have run Mulberry Moon since 2010\, but moved the farm to its current location in 2016.  Now\, Alex\, Kim and their team (including daughter Rosemary) are working on building infrastructure while running a CSA and (usually) selling their vegetables at farmers markets.  Join Alex and Kim to talk about some of the infrastructure investments and plans they have made during their transition to the new farm property\, including a barn that they took down piece-by-piece and rebuilt.  Participants will be sent a pre-recorded video and then join the farmers for a live discussion\, question and answer session. \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 a refresh.
URL:https://efao.ca/event/infrastructure-with-mulberry-moon/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Virtual Field Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200610T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200610T103000
DTSTAMP:20200430T194744Z
CREATED:20200430T193915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200430T194744Z
UID:3921-1591779600-1591785000@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Permaculture and Agritourism at Manorun Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual tour of Manorun Farm.  We will view a short pre-recorded tour as well as participate in an online workshop about permaculture and how Manorun has integrated agri-tourism into their farm.  Learn about the annual farm dinners and concerts Manorun Farm hosts and how these contribute to their farm longevity.  \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. \nThis event is offered in partnership with CRAFT SW ON.
URL:https://efao.ca/event/permaculture-and-agritourism-at-manorun-farm-2020/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Virtual Field Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200603T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200603T150000
DTSTAMP:20200424T134054Z
CREATED:20200422T194407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200424T134054Z
UID:3806-1591191000-1591196400@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Early Season Harvesting and Post-harvest Handling
DESCRIPTION:Harvest and post-harvest handling is a critical step to ensure good quality produce with optimal shelf life. We will discuss harvest hygiene\, timing\, and techniques as well as post-harvest handling\, cooling\, and storage.   \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. \nFacilitator: David Alexander\, Everdale
URL:https://efao.ca/event/early-season-early-harvest-and-post-harvest-2020/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200603T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200603T130000
DTSTAMP:20200530T141306Z
CREATED:20200530T141306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200530T141306Z
UID:4177-1591185600-1591189200@efao.ca
SUMMARY:New Farmer Meet-up: Coping with Weather Extremes
DESCRIPTION:Join other new farmers to share experiences\, thoughts\, ideas and resources as we all adjust to the current reality and life as a new farmer. This meet-up will be focused on coping with extreme weather — from snow to heat waves\, this season is promising to be a weather roller coaster.  This event is designed to hold space for members to lead and participate in this discussion topic and other topics of their choosing. \nThis event is open to EFAO members and those who are registered for Term 2 of the Ignatius New Farmer Training Program.  Meeting link will be sent to all term participants. \n  \n  \nPhoto by Helena Lopes via Unsplash
URL:https://efao.ca/event/new-farmer-meet-up-coping-with-extreme-weather/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Virtual Meet-up
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200603T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200603T103000
DTSTAMP:20200424T134047Z
CREATED:20200422T193612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200424T134047Z
UID:3800-1591174800-1591180200@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Watering and Irrigation Principles
DESCRIPTION:An 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 and see examples of them in action. \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. \nFacilitator: David Alexander\, Everdale
URL:https://efao.ca/event/webinar-watering-and-irrigation-principles-2020/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200527T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200527T150000
DTSTAMP:20200521T173405Z
CREATED:20200430T192556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200521T173405Z
UID:3915-1590586200-1590591600@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Farming in Northeastern Ontario at Field Good Farms
DESCRIPTION:Ryan and Isabelle of Field Good Farms in Northeastern Ontario have spent the last 10 years figuring out the infrastructure and set-up that works best for their farm\, which provides CSA shares from June until December and wholesale vegetables year round. Take advantage of their years of experimentation\, cost analysis and tweaks and find out what makes the most sense for their farm business and why. Participants will be sent (in advance) a pre-recorded video farm tour of their greenhouses and tunnels\, major farm tools\, seeding and transplanting procedures\, no-till practices and packhouse set up. Then on May 27th at 1:30pm\, there will be an opportunity for participants to join in a live discussion and ask questions of Ryan and Isabelle about their farm operations. \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.
URL:https://efao.ca/event/farming-in-northeastern-ontario-field-good-farms-2020/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Virtual Field Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200527T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200527T103000
DTSTAMP:20200505T160409Z
CREATED:20200505T160409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200505T160409Z
UID:3981-1590570000-1590575400@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Introduction to Holistic Management
DESCRIPTION:Regenerative farmers constantly need to juggle multiple goals and reconcile goal conflicts. No technology can help farmers do that. This course offers an introduction to Holistic Management\, a decision framework developed by Allan Savory. Allan dedicated his life to understanding the process of desertification. He found that desertification can be reversed by mimicking nature by moving large herds of animals. \nFacilitator: Thorsten Arnold\, Grey-Bruce Centre for Agroecology and Persephone Market Garden
URL:https://efao.ca/event/intro-to-holistic-management-2020/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200521T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200521T130000
DTSTAMP:20200514T161936Z
CREATED:20200514T161936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200514T161936Z
UID:4030-1590062400-1590066000@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Community Meet-up: Getting your Products to Customers
DESCRIPTION:Processing\, packaging\, distribution – three critical systems on a farm and three that might be forced to shift this year because of our current COVID-19 reality.  EFAO members are invited to join this virtual meet-up to talk through any looming questions\, share ideas that have come up on your farm or offer suggestions for how EFAO can support through this process. \nThis event is designed to hold space for members to lead and participate in this discussion topic and others of their choosing.  EFAO staff will be present to receive ideas and recommendations about how the organization can offer support during this time.
URL:https://efao.ca/event/community-meet-up-getting-your-products-to-customers/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Virtual Meet-up
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200520T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200520T130000
DTSTAMP:20200520T140544Z
CREATED:20200514T162201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200520T140544Z
UID:4025-1589976000-1589979600@efao.ca
SUMMARY:New Farmer Meet-up: Let's Talk Sales Channels
DESCRIPTION:Join other new farmers to share experiences\, thoughts\, ideas and resources as we all adjust to the current reality and life as a new farmer. This meet-up will be focused on sales channels — where and how are you selling your products.  This event is designed to hold space for members to lead and participate in this discussion topic and other topics of their choosing. \nThis event is open to EFAO members and those who are registered for Term 2 of the Ignatius New Farmer Training Program.  Meeting link will be sent to all term participants.
URL:https://efao.ca/event/new-farmer-meet-up-sales-channels/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Virtual Meet-up
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200513T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200513T103000
DTSTAMP:20200505T164049Z
CREATED:20200422T192446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200505T164049Z
UID:3795-1589360400-1589365800@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Season Extension at Common Ground Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual tour of Common Ground Farm.  Participants will view a short pre-recorded farm tour focused on season extension.  There will be a group discussion and question session with the team from Common Ground farm.  \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. This event is offered in partnership with CRAFT SW ON. \n  \nWhoops!  Looks like we sent out a bad link.  Are you looking for the webinar Eat Local Grey Bruce: Lessons from Growth during COVID-19?  Find it here.
URL:https://efao.ca/event/season-extension-common-ground-2020/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Virtual Field Day
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200507T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200507T143000
DTSTAMP:20200430T200948Z
CREATED:20200430T200828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200430T200948Z
UID:3930-1588856400-1588861800@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Eat Local Grey Bruce: Lessons from Growth during COVID-19
DESCRIPTION:The collaborative marketing initiative Eat Local Grey Bruce is sharing lessons how they deal with rapid growth during these times of COVID-19. Eat Local is an online farmers market that sells food online to consumers\, then aggregates orders to their warehouse where they pack individual orders and deliver to houses and pickup locations. Eat Local is a not-for-profit cooperative with a broad vision of an ecological food system and a mission to build a community that supports farmers and consumers\, and regenerates the environment.\n\nThe webinar first summarizes the onset and evolution of the cooperative since its inception in 2016. Then\, we present how the crisis has boosted an unprecedented growth that came with many challenges and also new opportunities. Aspects include operational strategies for a two-fold increase in sales volume\, strategies to expand warehousing capacity within given infrastructure\, staff training and management\, and a shift to strict but pragmatic epidemiological food handling practices. The webinar is hosted by Thorsten Arnold\, instigator and designer of the coop\, and Jeannine Kralt\, current manager.\n 
URL:https://efao.ca/event/eat-local-grey-bruce-2020/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200506T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200506T150000
DTSTAMP:20200424T134040Z
CREATED:20200422T191647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200424T134040Z
UID:3790-1588771800-1588777200@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Weed Management
DESCRIPTION:What are some common weeds and how do we manage them on a farm? This workshop will introduce the importance of managing weeds\, the basics of weed identification\, and various preventative and reactive control measures.   \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. \nFacilitator: Lisa Conroy\, Farm Educator\, Ignatius Farm. \n 
URL:https://efao.ca/event/weed-management-2020/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200506T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200506T130000
DTSTAMP:20200511T180225Z
CREATED:20200430T195757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200511T180225Z
UID:3927-1588766400-1588770000@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Bi-weekly New Farmer Online Community Meet-up
DESCRIPTION:Join other new farmers to share experiences\, thoughts\, ideas and resources as we all adjust to the current reality and life as a new farmer. While this event is designed to hold space for members to lead and participate in discussion topics of their choosing\, EFAO staff will be present to receive ideas and recommendations about how the organization can support. \nThis event is open to EFAO members and those who are registered for Term 2 of the Ignatius New Farmer Training Program.  Meeting link will be sent to all term participants. \nNew farmer meet-ups will be held bi-weekly on Wednesdays.
URL:https://efao.ca/event/biweekly-new-farmer-community-meet-up-may-6-2020/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Virtual Meet-up
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200506T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200506T103000
DTSTAMP:20200424T134101Z
CREATED:20200422T190515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200424T134101Z
UID:3783-1588755600-1588761000@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.  \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. \nFacilitator: Lisa Conroy\, Farm Educator\, Ignatius Farm. 
URL:https://efao.ca/event/field-and-bed-prep-2020/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200506
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200723
DTSTAMP:20230223T155012Z
CREATED:20200430T202716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230223T155012Z
UID:3936-1588723200-1595462399@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Term 2: Ignatius New Farmer Training Program
DESCRIPTION:Term 2 of the Ignatius New Farmer Program: Applying farm language and knowledge \nTake part in all webinars and virtual field days for Term 2 of the Ignatius New Farmer Training Program. \nEvents include: \nWebinar: Field and Bed Preparation (May 6) \nWebinar: Weed Management (May 6) \nVirutal Field Day: Season Extension at Common Ground Farm (May 13) \nWebinar: Introduction to Holistic Management (May 27) \nVirtual Field Day: Farming in Northeastern Ontario with Field Good Farms \nWebinar: Watering and Irrigation Principles (June 3) \nWebinar: Early Season Harvesting and Post-harvest Handling (June 3) \nVirtual Field Day: Permaculture and Agritourism at Manorun Farm (June 10) \nVirtual Field Day: More information to come (June 24) \nVirtual Field Day: More information to come (June 24) \nVirtual Field Day: Farmer Health at Zocalo Organics (July 8) \nWebinar: Identifying and Controlling Pests and Diseases (July 15) \nWebinar: Cover rops and Green Manure on a Vegetable Farm (July 15) \nVirtual Field Day: Seed Production and Saving at Fertile Ground Farm (July 22) \nVirtual Field Day: Orientation to Cut Flower Markets at Garden Party Flower Farm (July 22) \n  \nFull program details available here  >
URL:https://efao.ca/event/term-2-ignatius-new-farmer-training-program-2020/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Virtual Field Day,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200501T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200501T143000
DTSTAMP:20200424T154810Z
CREATED:20200424T132042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200424T154810Z
UID:3830-1588338000-1588343400@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Moving Sales Online with Open Food Network
DESCRIPTION:Open Food Network Canada is an incorporated not-for-profit. We are building a public infrastructure for the sale and distribution of food in local sustainable food systems. \n\n\nWe are not-for profit\, incorporated in Canada since 2017. \n\n\nOur codebase is fully open-source\,  freely available source code to build upon and for white labeling with your own brand\, or using our already deployed branded instance \n\n\nWe will not sell data or advertising. \n\n\nWe are fully bilingual (English & French)  in Canada and will be adding indigenous languages in the future. \n\n\nWe are part of a global consortium doing this same work all over the world. \n\n\nWe offer affordable online store solutions to local food enterprises\, and an ability to connect them together across Canada\, and through a global fair trade system in the future. \n\n\n  \nThe platform is being used today by diverse kinds of local food enterprises across Canada (farm shops\, buying clubs\, CSAs\, farmers’ markets\, food hubs\, co-op stores\, community gardens\, food festivals…).  Features include: \n\nMappable profiles\nOn-line stores with any numbers/types of products or customers (members\, wholesale\, retail)\nSell direct and/or through other stores\, hubs\, markets simultaneously\nControl over how you deliver/pickup\,  payment methods\nGood support (searchable multi-lingual user guide\, live ‘drop in’ webinars weekly\,  one-on-one email & phone support 7 days/wk\, youtube channel with how to videos (Plus options to pay for us to do full on-boarding)\n\nCheck out the public solution for moving the food movement.
URL:https://efao.ca/event/moving-sales-online-with-ofn-2020/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200430T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200430T143000
DTSTAMP:20200424T133618Z
CREATED:20200410T191933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200424T133618Z
UID:3647-1588251600-1588257000@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Microgreens and Seedlings at Fresh City Farms
DESCRIPTION:Fresh City Farms is Canada’s largest commercial city farm. They grow organically all year long and partner with over 75 farmers. Farm Manager Julianne Keech will offer lessons in microgreens and seedling production from their greenhouse in Toronto. Participants will be sent a pre-recorded video ahead of time and then take part in a discussion session. \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.
URL:https://efao.ca/event/microgreens-fresh-city-2020/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Virtual Field Day
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200430T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200430T120000
DTSTAMP:20200511T180235Z
CREATED:20200424T133911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200511T180235Z
UID:3848-1588242600-1588248000@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Online Community Meet-up
DESCRIPTION:EFAO members are invited to share thoughts\, ideas and resources as we all adjust to the current reality. While this event is designed to hold space for members to lead and participate in discussion topics of their choosing\, EFAO staff will be present to receive ideas and recommendations about how the organization can offer support during this time.
URL:https://efao.ca/event/online-community-meet-up-4/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Virtual Meet-up
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200429T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200429T103000
DTSTAMP:20200424T140310Z
CREATED:20200410T191143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200424T140310Z
UID:3641-1588150800-1588156200@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Intro 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.  \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. \nSpeaker: Dr. Sarah Hargreaves\, Soil Microbial Ecologist and Research Director\, Ecological Farmers Association of Ontario
URL:https://efao.ca/event/intro-to-soil-health/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200427T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200427T223000
DTSTAMP:20200410T210425Z
CREATED:20200408T191241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200410T210425Z
UID:3619-1587978000-1588026600@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. \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. \nSpeaker: Lisa Conroy\, Farm Educator Ignatius Farm \n 
URL:https://efao.ca/event/introduction-to-indoor-growing-2020/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200424T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200424T103000
DTSTAMP:20200410T210434Z
CREATED:20200408T185847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200410T210434Z
UID:3614-1587718800-1587724200@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Botany 101 for Farmers and Gardeners
DESCRIPTION:This 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.  \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. \nSpeaker: Lisa Conroy\, Farm Educator\, Ignatius Farm  \n 
URL:https://efao.ca/event/botany-101-2020/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200422T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200422T143000
DTSTAMP:20200411T140914Z
CREATED:20200408T184950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200411T140914Z
UID:3607-1587546000-1587565800@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 9:00am – 10:30am\, and Part 2 1:00pm – 2:30pm. \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. \nSpeaker: Thorsten Arnold\, Grey-Bruce Centre for Agroecology and Persephone Market Garden
URL:https://efao.ca/event/language-of-ecological-agriculture-2020/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200420T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200420T103000
DTSTAMP:20200410T210512Z
CREATED:20200408T184150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200410T210512Z
UID:3602-1587373200-1587378600@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Introduction to Organic Growing
DESCRIPTION:Are you wanting to grow your own vegetables but are not sure how to get started? Join this workshop 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. \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. \nSpeaker: Lisa Conroy\, Farm Educator\, Ignatius Farm.
URL:https://efao.ca/event/introduction-to-organic-growing-2020/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200420
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200501
DTSTAMP:20230223T155022Z
CREATED:20200313T160127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230223T155022Z
UID:3465-1587340800-1588291199@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Term 1: Ignatius New Farmer Training Program
DESCRIPTION:Term 1 includes: \nWebinar: Introduction to Organic Growing (April 20)  \nWebinar: Language of Ecological Agriculture and Food Systems in Ontario (April 22) \nWebinar: Botany 101 for Farmers and Gardeners (April 24) \nWebinar: Introduction to Indoor Growing (April 27) \nWebinar: Intro to Soil Health (April 29) \nVirtual Field Day: Microgreens at Fresh City Farm (April 30) \n  \nFull program details available here  >
URL:https://efao.ca/event/term1-ignatius-new-farmer-training-program/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Virtual Field Day,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200416T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200416T143000
DTSTAMP:20200511T180245Z
CREATED:20200410T195147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200511T180245Z
UID:3657-1587042000-1587047400@efao.ca
SUMMARY:CSA Pick-up and Distribution in a COVID-19 Reality: Checking-in (Event full)
DESCRIPTION:Join this virtual KTM to talk with other CSA farmers about ideas and strategies for running a CSA in our current Covid-19 reality. We will check in about some of the strategies and ideas that came out of two recent virtual meet-ups on this topic\, and will also leave space to talk about any other challenges and ideas that have come up in the meantime. Please note this is not a how-to\, but an opportunity for sharing concerns\, ideas and strategies as well as identifying areas for further education and information. \nThis event is open to EFAO members. \nZoom information will be sent out to registrants ahead of the event.
URL:https://efao.ca/event/csa-pick-up-and-distribution-in-a-covid-19-reality-checking-in/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Virtual Meet-up
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200415T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20200415T150000
DTSTAMP:20200511T180302Z
CREATED:20200410T194500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200511T180302Z
UID:3654-1586957400-1586962800@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Online Community Meet-up
DESCRIPTION:EFAO members are invited to share thoughts\, ideas and resources as we all adjust to the current reality. While this event is designed to hold space for members to lead and participate in discussion topics of their choosing\, EFAO staff will be present to receive ideas and recommendations about how the organization can offer support during this time. \n  \nZoom link will be sent to registrants ahead of the event.
URL:https://efao.ca/event/online-community-meet-up/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Virtual Meet-up
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