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SUMMARY:Building Biodiverse Growing Systems
DESCRIPTION:This on farm workshop explores how to design productive growing spaces that function as living ecosystems. Drawing from Eramosa Herbals’ diverse on-farm planting of over 80 species\, including medicinal herbs\, native perennials\, dye plants\, and more\, we’ll look at how biodiversity can be intentionally integrated into both market gardens and backyard plots. \nParticipants will join a guided walk through an abundant landscape to observe how native species support pollinators and wildlife\, improve soil health\, and contribute to whole-farm resilience\, while also offering food\, medicine and beauty. We’ll discuss practical strategies for moving beyond simplified growing systems\, including how to build plant guilds\, incorporate perennials into annual beds\, and select species that serve multiple functions. \nThis workshop is suited to small farmers\, home gardeners\, and anyone interested in cultivating deeper relationships with plants while creating ecologically rich\, functional landscapes. \nThis on farm workshop will be led by Dani Hagel of Eramosa Herbals and offered in partnership with Ignatius Farm. \nEarlier in the day\, participants have the opportunity to join us for a morning tour of the Ignatius Farm Small Plot Agriculture program.  Learn more and register here.
URL:https://efao.ca/event/building-biodiverse-growing-systems-2026/
LOCATION:Ignatius Farm\, 5420 Hwy 6 North\, Guelph\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Field Day,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Field Day at Franklin Farm: Trials\, Transitions\, and Trade-offs
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an afternoon at the Franklin farm as Tom shares the lessons from his early years of farming. \nLocated just five minutes from Lake Huron\, the 100-acre Franklin Farm consists of 50 arable acres\, 25 acres of pasture\, and a 25-acre riparian zone surrounding a creek and small waterways. Tom and Christine focus on managing the property’s diverse ecology with the help of a small cow calf herd and a 12-paddocks rotational grazing system. The arable acres are dedicated to growing organic grains and cover crops that continue to build the soil health across soil types that vary from heavy clay to sand. \nThis is a splendid opportunity to share insights into balancing a steep learning curve and a tight budget with a steadfast commitment to ecological health. \nCome dig into the nitty-gritty of small-scale farming\, including: \n\nThe Organic Transition: Navigating the organic certification process.\nRotational Grazing: Managing systems for cow-calf herds\, including fencing\, and water logistics.\nLessons in Cover Cropping: Discover what’s worked for soil health and what didn’t work for logistically.\nSmall-Scale Grains: Practical advice on marketing\, storage\, and choosing the right equipment without breaking the bank.\nKernza (Perennial wheat): Looking towards seed bulking for a future farmer-led research trial.\nOrganic No-Till soybeans: Find out how the first time planting soybeans into cereal rye is going.\nFarming for Biodiversity: Practical strategies for protecting Bobolink and Meadowlark nesting sites while maintaining a grazing rotation.\n\nIn the field: We’ll walk the fields to see the newly planted no-till organic soybeans\, check in on the winter wheat\, and observe the cow-calf herd during their early pasture rotation. \nGet a preview: Can’t wait for the field day? Hear more about Tom’s journey through his audio journal\, Great Big Farmer\, available on all major podcast platforms.
URL:https://efao.ca/event/franklin-farms-2026/
LOCATION:Franklin Farm\, 1462 North line\, Kincardine\, Ontario\, N2Z 2X4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Field Day
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SUMMARY:In the Field: Irrigation Set Up
DESCRIPTION:There are many ways to water vegetables but deciding what is right for you and how to set it up can be confusing. Ignatius Farm Assistant Farm Manager Don Bowyer will walk us through a few types of irrigation\, how to set up a well thought out system\, as well as tips and tricks for problem solving. \nThis is part of the In the Field Workshop Series\, run by Ignatius Farm in partnership with EFAO. Sign up for individual sessions\, or register for the full series here.
URL:https://efao.ca/event/in-the-field-irrigation/
LOCATION:Ignatius Farm\, 5420 Hwy 6 North\, Guelph\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Field Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260708T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260708T180000
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SUMMARY:In the Field: Small Scale Weed Management
DESCRIPTION:Weeds can be the bane of the gardener’s existence. This workshop will explore techniques and tools for good weed management practices on a hand-farming scale. Be prepared to get dirty and try out various weeding tools! Facilitated by Lisa Conroy\, Ignatius Farm Educator. \nThis is part of the In the Field Workshop Series\, run by Ignatius Farm in partnership with EFAO. Sign up for individual sessions\, or register for the full series here.
URL:https://efao.ca/event/in-the-field-small-scale-weed-mgmt/
LOCATION:Ignatius Farm\, 5420 Hwy 6 North\, Guelph\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Field Day
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SUMMARY:In the Field: Summer Orchard Pruning
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that summer is an excellent time to prune your fruit trees? Besides the general reasons to prune for height\, structure\, and airflow\, summer pruning is excellent for ensuring enough direct sunlight reaches fruit\, and decreases potential disease pressure. This hands-on workshop will teach you how to decide what to cut and when as well as pruning best practices. Facilitated by Matt Soltys\, the Urban Orchardist. \nThis is part of the In the Field Workshop Series\, run by Ignatius Farm in partnership with EFAO. Sign up for individual sessions\, or register for the full series here.
URL:https://efao.ca/event/in-the-field-summer-pruning/
LOCATION:Ignatius Farm\, 5420 Hwy 6 North\, Guelph\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Field Day
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SUMMARY:In the Field: Seed Saving
DESCRIPTION:Saving seeds is an easy way to increase food sovereignty and connect to the plants we grow. This hands-on workshop covers the basics of seed saving\, plus harvesting and cleaning some seeds as a group. Participants are encouraged to bring seeds they have grown to swap\, or seeds that need to be cleaned. Facilitated by Ignatius Farm Educator Lisa Conroy. \nThis is part of the In the Field Workshop Series\, run by Ignatius Farm in partnership with EFAO. Sign up for individual sessions\, or register for the full series here.
URL:https://efao.ca/event/in-the-field-seed-saving/
LOCATION:Ignatius Farm\, 5420 Hwy 6 North\, Guelph\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Field Day
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