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SUMMARY:Land Access Panel Discussion
DESCRIPTION:One of the top barriers for new farmers is access to land. Join three panelists as they share their stories and ideas around innovative land access models. They will also discuss organizations and supports that could be helpful in your own land access journey.  \nSpeakers: Jessica Tong\, NFU-O Farmland Access Coordinator\, Heather Lekx\, Ignatius Farm\, and Fianna Dirks\, Its Giving Farm \nA recording of this webinar will be available. \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/land-access-2024/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241113T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241113T163000
DTSTAMP:20260511T010514
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UID:20714-1731508200-1731515400@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Business Plan Panel
DESCRIPTION:An important aspect of starting any business is having a business plan. A business plan is an essential tool in communicating your farm business’ needs\, goals and challenges and is often used to secure financing\, make sound decisions and keep your plans on track. Hear from these panelists on how they went about building their business plan\, challenges they had and tips they have to share. \nSpeakers: Steve D’Alimonte\, Piccolo Farm Organics\, Aarathi Edward\, Backyard Roots and Shoots & Paula Reynolds\, Salad Days Farm \nA recording of this webinar will be available. \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/business-plan-panel-2024/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241113T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241113T150000
DTSTAMP:20260511T010514
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SUMMARY:Quality Testing for Marketing Specialty and Organic Grains
DESCRIPTION:Wondering how end-use quality testing can help you better grow and sell your grains or source an ingredient with just the characteristics you’re searching for? Join us on November 13th for a webinar outlining the end-use quality testing process and why it’s so useful when working with really unique and regional grains – whether that’s organic\, whole grains\, ancient grains\, or one-of-a-kind farmer-bred cultivars. Using test results from a 2023 crop of Canadian farmer-bred wheat cultivars\, we’ll discuss the indicators and technology available for evaluating grains\, plus how to interpret test results and use them to guide agronomic and marketing decisions. \nWith speakers from across the value chain\, we will explore a few perspectives on end-use quality testing for specialty grains. Join us to discuss how farmers and processors like millers or bakers can work together to find top-quality ingredients for unique and nutritious foods! \nSpeakers: Michelle Dang (Bauta Family Initiative)\, Robert Beauchemin (La Milanaise)\, and Ward Middleton (Midmore Farms). \nWho is this event for? Anyone who wants to learn about the tools available for evaluating how grains are likely to perform under different uses and anyone interested in understanding what people at different parts of specialty grains value chains are looking for. Farmers will learn how to use quality testing results to assess a crop’s characteristics\, gain insight into their customers’ needs\, and identify marketing channels to best match that crop. Food artisans and food processors will leave with a deeper understanding of how to work with specialty grains\, including the agronomic and genetic factors that can influence a crop’s characteristics and how to build strong relationships with local producers.
URL:https://efao.ca/event/quality-testing-for-marketing-specialty-and-organic-grains/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241113T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241113T113000
DTSTAMP:20260511T010514
CREATED:20241025T154044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241025T154044Z
UID:20709-1731490200-1731497400@efao.ca
SUMMARY:An Introduction to Human Resources for Small-scale Farm Operations
DESCRIPTION:What makes a good farm employer? This webinar will provide an overview of:  \n\nHiring and incentives; \nHR fundamentals; \nInterpersonal dynamics\, training\, and retention; and \nPlanning\, task management\, and delegation.\n\nSpeaker: Brian Tammi\, Paradise Fields Farm \nA recording of this webinar will be available. \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/intro-to-human-resources-2024/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241111T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241111T163000
DTSTAMP:20260511T010514
CREATED:20241025T152722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241025T152722Z
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SUMMARY:What are co-ops and what can a farm coop look like?
DESCRIPTION:Co-ops are collectively-owned and democratically-run businesses that put people and planet over profits. Join our two speakers as we learn about different types of co-ops and what being part of a farm coop can look like. \nSpeakers: Christine Clarke\, Freedom Dreams Co-operative Education and Natalie Childs\, Agricola Cooperative Farm \nA recording of this webinar will be available. \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/what-are-co-ops-2024/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241111T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241111T113000
DTSTAMP:20260511T010514
CREATED:20241024T192529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241025T152057Z
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SUMMARY:Finances and Budgets
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will focus on the key financial information that every small farm-business owner should know. We will review key concepts that will help you better understand your numbers\, and discuss different ways of organizing your financial data to get the information you need to make data-driven decisions to improve profits. We will leave plenty of time for Q&A. \nSpeaker: Julia Shanks\, author of The Farmer’s Office \nJulia Shanks brings a broad range of professional experience to her clients; from pilot\, to chef\, to serial entrepreneur\, she combines the practicality of an accountant with the creativity of a chef. Julia’s career started at the FAA as an aviation analyst\, and quickly took a turn into the culinary arts. Julia worked as a chef for 15 years\, launching several food businesses. After earning an MBA in entrepreneurship\, she taught graduate and undergraduate accounting at Babson College. As a business consultant and coach\, she supports owners of small- and medium- sized food and agricultural businesses to achieve and maintain financial and operational sustainability and also offers online training courses. Together with Brett Grohsgal\, she co-authored The Farmers Market Cookbook. Julia lives in Cambridge\, MA. She is also the author of The Farmer’s Office. \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/finances-and-budgets-2/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241106T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241106T163000
DTSTAMP:20260511T010514
CREATED:20241024T191352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241025T152128Z
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SUMMARY:Financing Your Farm
DESCRIPTION:Financing is a major barrier to many new farmers.  This panel will provide an overview of some of the different types of financing options and programs for new farmers and the requirements for them.  There will also be an opportunity to ask questions of the representatives from different financing institutions and organizations (such as Fair Finance Fund and Alterna). \nFacilitator: Johanna Mercedes from Fair Finance Fund\, other speakers TBD \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/financing-your-farm-3/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241106T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241106T233000
DTSTAMP:20260511T010514
CREATED:20241015T182925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241025T151833Z
UID:20587-1730885400-1730935800@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Record Keeping
DESCRIPTION:Small businesses have an incredible amount of data to track.  Join us for this half day workshop where we will discuss a variety of methods and tools for recordkeeping that can be used in a wide range of applications for farms of different scales. \nA recording of this webinar will be available. \nSpeakers: David Alexander\, Everdale Farm & Angie Koch\, Fertile Ground 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.
URL:https://efao.ca/event/record-keeping/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241104T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241104T163000
DTSTAMP:20260511T010514
CREATED:20241025T151640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241025T151640Z
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SUMMARY:Planning for Production
DESCRIPTION:Having a product to sell is the first step in running an agricultural business. Learn the steps needed and tools available to begin developing a production plan. Learn about different models and scales of production supports and find out what will work best for your business. \nA recording of this webinar will be available. \nSpeaker: David Alexander\, Everdale 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/planning-for-production-2024/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241104T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241104T113000
DTSTAMP:20260511T010514
CREATED:20241024T142317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241025T151733Z
UID:20673-1730712600-1730719800@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Holistic Farm Design
DESCRIPTION:Are you wanting to start a farm business but are not sure where to start? This workshop will cover the bigger picture questions surrounding the development of a whole farm plan. Where are you now and where are you headed? How will an agricultural business fit with the rest of your life and in your community?  What will be your enterprise of focus and how do you determine the scale of your business? These questions\, your questions and more will be discussed. \nA recording of this webinar will be available. \nSpeakers: David Alexander\, Everdale Farm with guest farmer Carl Leslie \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/holistic-farm-design-2024/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241030T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241120T170000
DTSTAMP:20260511T010514
CREATED:20241009T180649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T180649Z
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SUMMARY:Term 4: Ignatius Farm New Farmer Training Program
DESCRIPTION:The Ignatius Farm New Farmer Training Program is a collaboration between Ignatius Jesuit Centre\, EFAO\, Everdale and the National Farmers Union – Ontario. \nRegister for the whole term here or register for individual events by visiting efao.ca/events.   \n**All events are recorded to allow participants to watch on their own time. Recordings will be made available on the course platform (Moodle) within 48 hours of the event. \n  \nOctober 30\, 7:00-8:00pm \nOnline Meet-up: Term 4 Participants Meet-up \nJoin us for an informal meet-up for everyone participating in Term 4 of the Ignatius Farm New Farmer Training Program. \n  \nNovember 4\, 9:30-11:30am \nFarm Design \nSpeaker: TBC \n  \nNovember 4\, 2:30-4:30pm \nProduction Planning \nSpeaker: TBC \n  \nNovember 6\, 9:30-11:30am \nRecord Keeping \nSmall businesses have an incredible amount of data to track.  Join us for this half day workshop where we will discuss a variety of methods and tools for recordkeeping that can be used in a wide range of applications for farms of different scales. \nSpeakers: David Alexander\, Everdale Farm with guest farmer Angie Koch from Fertile Ground Farm \n  \nNovember 6\, 2:30-4:30pm \nFinancing Your Farm \nFinancing is a major barrier to many new farmers.  This panel will provide an overview of some of the different types of financing options and programs for new farmers and the requirements for them.  There will also be an opportunity to ask questions of the representatives from different financing institutions and organizations (such as Fair Finance Fund and Alterna). \nSpeaker: Johanna Mercedes from Fair Finance Fund\, other speakers TBC \n  \nNovember 11\, 9:30-11:30am \nFinancing and Budgets \nThis workshop will focus on the key financial information that every small farm-business owner should know. We will review key concepts that will help you better understand your numbers\, and discuss different ways of organizing your financial data to get the information you need to make data-driven decisions to improve profits. We will leave plenty of time for Q&A. \nSpeaker: Julia Shanks\, author of The Farmer’s Office \n  \nNovember 11\, 2:30-4:30pm \nWhat is a co-op and what can a farm co-op look like? \nCo-ops are collectively-owned and democratically-run businesses that put people and planet over profits.  Join our two speakers as we learn about different types of co-ops and what being part of a farm coop can look like. \nSpeaker: Christine Clarke\, Freedom Dreams Co-operative Education and Jeremy Colbeck from Beet Box Coop Farm. \n  \nNovember 13\, 9:30-11:30am \nAn Introduction to Human Resources for Small-scale Farm Enterprises \nWhat makes for a good farm employer? This webinar will provide an overview of: a) Hiring and incentives; b) HR fundamentals; c) Interpersonal dynamics\, training\, and retention; and d) Planning\, task management\, and delegation. \nSpeaker: Brian Tammi\, Paradise Fields Farm \n  \nNovember 13\, 2:30-4:30pm \nWebinar TBC \n  \nNov 18\, 9:30-11:30am \nWebinar TBC \n  \nNovember 18\, 2:30-4:30pm \nMeeting Small Business Requirements \nHow do you ensure you are doing everything you need to be doing as a business? Are you registered? Are you taking advantage of everything you should be? Is it better to be a sole proprietorship or to incorporate? Kristel Manes from the Guelph-Wellington Business Centre will help participants understand what they should be doing in order to meet all requirements and ensure best practices. \nSpeaker: Kristel Manes\, Executive Director of the Guelph-Wellington Business Centre and Tony Morris \n  \nNovember 20\, 9:30-11:30am \nMarketing and Distribution \nHow do you create a successful marketing campaign for your business? This workshop will discuss how you conduct market research\, how you price your product and effectively promote it\, and how you evaluate market opportunities and possibilities.  We will also be looking at distributions and the various models for getting your product to the consumer. \nSpeakers: David Alexander\, Everdale with Stephanie Laing\, Fiddlehead Farm  \n  \nNovember 20\, 2:30-4:30pm \nSeeing the Land\, Seeing Ourselves \nSpeaker: TBC \n  \nNovember 20\, 4:45-5:00pm \nOnline Meet-up: Term 3 Participants De-brief \nFull term participant debrief meet up with final words from EFAO\, NFU-O\, Ignatius Farm\, and Everdale. \n  \nFull program details available here  > \n 
URL:https://efao.ca/event/term-4-ignatius-farm-new-farmer-training-program-2024/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241030T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241030T203000
DTSTAMP:20260511T010514
CREATED:20241018T172241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T151219Z
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SUMMARY:October Meet-Up: Farmers Network for Black\, Indigenous & People of Colour
DESCRIPTION:This event is meant for members of EFAO’s Farmers Network for Black\, Indigenous\, and People of Colour. If you are interested in joining the network\, please join by following the instructions on this page.  \nPlease join us on October 30th from 7:00 – 8:30 pm for an online meetup of the Farmers Network for Black\, Indigenous and other people of colour! Many of us in the Network have had the pleasure to connect with each other in person at field days\, farmers markets and work bees this summer — let’s connect online as the days grow shorter and the season slows down. \n\nThis meetup will feature farmers Shiying Lu and Michelle Dang who will share about their experiences getting EFAO funding to do Farmer Led Research on their farm. After their presentations there will be time for Questions and Answers!\nCurious about attending the 2024 Conference? Please bring any questions you may have! There are going to be some amazing sessions. EFAO offers sliding scale registration fees for anyone facing financial barriers to attend.\nMeet EFAO’s BIPOC staff and board members\nFind out about programs\, grants and other opportunities coming up in 2024-2025\n\nOur next online meetup will be in November\, and then we will have another In Person Meetup at the December EFAO Conference — with keynote speaker and special guest Leah Penniman of Soul Fire Farm!
URL:https://efao.ca/event/october-meet-up-farmers-network-for-black-indigenous-people/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:BIPOC Farmers Network Meetup
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241030T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241030T130000
DTSTAMP:20260511T010514
CREATED:20241022T172658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241028T133450Z
UID:20646-1730289600-1730293200@efao.ca
SUMMARY:October Seed Growers Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Gather with fellow seed growers and farmers at this month’s Seed Grower Meetup\, a central event of the EFAO Seed Program where connections flourish and knowledge is shared. \nThis informal online meetup offers a rich opportunity to dive deep into the art of seed growing\, saving\, and breeding. It’s a time to connect with others who share your passion for building a strong\, resilient seed system. \nWhether you’re a seasoned on-farm breeder or just curious about seedkeeping\, everyone is welcome! Come ready to share your experiences\, ask questions\, and spark new ideas as we explore the season’s challenges and possibilities for seed production. \nBring your insights\, goals for the fall and winter season ahead\, and any burning questions about your crops. Together\, we’ll work to cultivate a diverse range of high-quality seeds to meet the needs of all growers. \nOpen to EFAO members and non-members alike\, this gathering is the perfect chance to strengthen our seed community. So mark your calendar\, bring your curiosity\, and let’s sow the seeds for a thriving farming future!
URL:https://efao.ca/event/october-seed-growers-meetup/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Virtual Meet-up
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241028T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241028T163000
DTSTAMP:20260511T010514
CREATED:20240906T180724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T180724Z
UID:20266-1730125800-1730133000@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Vegetable Crop Planning
DESCRIPTION:What are you growing\, how much\, and where? Angie Koch of Fertile Ground Farm will share her over 15 years of experience in crop planning and offer tools and ideas to think about when doing your own crop plan. \nA recording of this webinar will be available. \nSpeaker: Angie Koch\, Fertile Ground 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.
URL:https://efao.ca/event/vegetable-crop-planning-2/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241023T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241023T163000
DTSTAMP:20260511T010514
CREATED:20240923T201217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T201217Z
UID:20316-1729693800-1729701000@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Small Farm Equipment & Maintenance Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Are you curious about what equipment is available/useful on a small farm? This workshop will demonstrate various tractor implements and discuss BCS and Tuffbilt tractor use. We will also cover some basic equipment maintenance and tips and tricks to keep your equipment running. \nSpeaker: Lorne Jamieson \nThis in-person workshop 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 \n 
URL:https://efao.ca/event/small-farm-equipment-maintenance-workshop/
LOCATION:Ignatius Farm\, 5420 Hwy 6 North\, Guelph\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241021T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241021T160000
DTSTAMP:20260511T010514
CREATED:20240906T164709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T164709Z
UID:20261-1729521000-1729526400@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Seed Saving
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to produce some of your seed on-farm?  In this webinar you will learn what crops are easiest for beginner-level seed production\, how to plan your production to minimize cross pollination\, the number of  plants required to maintain genetic viability and varietal strength as well as how to collect\, clean and store your seed. \nA recording of this webinar will be available. \nSpeaker: Kim Delaney\, Hawthorn Seeds \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/seed-saving/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241016T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241016T183000
DTSTAMP:20260511T010514
CREATED:20240906T163904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T183309Z
UID:20256-1729096200-1729103400@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Seed Saving Workshop at Shelldale Farm Park
DESCRIPTION:Want to save seeds? Join Rebecca Ivanoff – Seed Program Manager at EFAO – as she walks us through knowing what plants to save seed from\, when seeds are ready to be harvested\, common ways to dry and clean seeds as well as the best ways to store them. Come learn and share your knowledge about how to grow and save seeds from vegetables and herbs so that we have seeds to plant next year that not only tastes great but are adapted to grow well in our community gardens! \nBring your own seeds to show or share with the group and work together to learn how to best clean them for storage. \nSpeaker: Rebecca Ivanoff\, Seed Program Manager\, EFAO \nThis in-person workshop 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/seed-saving-workshop-at-shelldale-farm-park/
LOCATION:Shelldale Farm Park
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241007T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241007T163000
DTSTAMP:20260511T010514
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T143922Z
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SUMMARY:Panel Discussion on Value-added Production
DESCRIPTION:Are you considering branching out into value added farm goods? Hear about the experiences of our panel of farmers who make and sell prepared goods. \nXiaobing\, Audrey\, and Steve will share their stories\, what they think are the most important considerations as you start out\, as well as challenges\, tips\, and best practices. \nSpeakers: Steve D’Alimonte from Piccolo Farm Organics\, Xiaobing Shen from Long Road Ecological Farm (Farm Sum) and Audrey May from The Greenhouse Eatery. \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/panel-discussion-on-value-added-production/
LOCATION:Online\, Online via Zoom - link will be sent to registrants
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241003T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241003T150000
DTSTAMP:20260511T010514
CREATED:20240913T143346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T183931Z
UID:20294-1727960400-1727967600@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Regenerative Grazing Field Day at Hawk Feather Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an insightful afternoon at Hawk Feather Farm\, where we’ll explore their regenerative approach to grass-fed beef and pork production. Take a guided tour of the farm and learn about their sustainable methods for improving soil health\, enhancing biodiversity\, and raising livestock regeneratively. \nHighlights include: \n\nA walkthrough of pasture management techniques that improve ecosystem function.\nAn overview of animal husbandry practices that focus on ethical\, regenerative grazing.\nInsights into how these approaches contribute to healthier soil\, animals\, and food systems.\n\nWhether you’re a farmer\, homesteader\, or someone interested in regenerative agriculture\, this field day will provide valuable knowledge and inspiration. \nAbout the hosts \nHawk Feather Farm was established in 2008 by John and Lois Caron\, who started their first organic market garden on a 1/4-acre plot of their 65-acre property. They introduced non-certified organic vegetables at the Mountjoy Farmer’s Market\, catering to consumers seeking healthier alternatives to conventionally grown produce. Within three years\, they expanded to one acre of irrigated vegetables and two acres of organic potatoes. In 2011\, they launched the first CSA in Timmins\, supplying 65 members with fresh produce until 2014. During this time\, they also began raising organic\, pastured chickens and pork. By 2014\, Hawk Feather Farm transitioned from vegetable production to focus on their dream of raising grass-fed beef through holistic land management\, or regenerative farming\, utilizing most of their 65 acres. Starting with five cows and a bull\, they expanded their herd to 60 cattle by 2016\, grazing on 150 acres\, including rented land. They continue to maintain 100% local farm gate sales. At Hawk Feather Farm\, perennial grasses are transformed into high-quality protein and fat by cattle raised on untreated pastures. Their regenerative farming practices mimic the natural behavior of wild herbivores through rotational grazing\, promoting soil\, animal\, and human health without synthetic fertilizers\, insecticides\, or pesticides. \nPreparation \nPlease come prepared for any weather (cool and wet or hot and sunny)\, and wear proper footwear appropriate for muddy and uneven terrain. \nThis day is presented in partnership with Farmers for Climate Solutions and with funding support from the On-Farm Climate Action Fund. \nRegenerative Grazing Field Day at Hawk Feather Farm is an OSCIA-recognized Knowledge Sharing Event (KSE) for farmers with On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) projects in the Rotational Grazing category. \nThis field day is supported by funding from the Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario. \n \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/regenerative-grazing-field-day-at-hawk-feather-farm/
LOCATION:Hawk Feather Farm\, 270 Caron Road\, Timmins\, Ontario
CATEGORIES:Field Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241002T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241002T150000
DTSTAMP:20260511T010514
CREATED:20240906T163454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240919T190740Z
UID:20251-1727861400-1727881200@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Everdale Farm and Heartwood Farm & Cidery
DESCRIPTION:9:30am: Join us for a morning tour of Everdale Farm\, located just outside of Hillsburg\, ON. One of Canada’s oldest not-for-profit farms\, Everdale’s goal is to help to build food resilience in local communities. Their main farm products are organic vegetables and they also have small flocks of sheep and chickens and occasionally other livestock. They sell directly to local households and grow food for food banks and other local organizations that support people in need. \n1:00pm: After lunch we will meet at Heartwood Farm and Cidery. They are the humble and careful stewards of a 42-acre farm\, where they raise cows\, pigs\, sheep\, chickens and bees\, and grow apples\, maple trees\, and other fruit and nut trees. They have chosen the practice of Regenerative Farming for their land in an effort to maintain the healthiest soil\, water systems\, agriculture and livestock possible. \nThis in-person field day 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/everdale-farm-and-heartwood-farm-cidery/
LOCATION:Everdale Farm\, 5812 6th Line\, Hillsburg\, Ontario
CATEGORIES:Field Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240926T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240926T130000
DTSTAMP:20260511T010514
CREATED:20240909T202342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T202342Z
UID:20272-1727352000-1727355600@efao.ca
SUMMARY:September Seed Growers Online Meet Up
DESCRIPTION:Join our Monthly Seed Grower Meetup\, a central gathering point of the EFAO Seed Program where the cultivation of connections and the dissemination of seedy knowledge thrive. Our informal online gatherings are an enriching experience as we delve into the fertile soil of seed growing\, saving\, breeding\, and make connections to build a strong seed system. \nSo many seeds are maturing and growers may have questions about cleaning and storing. We extend a warm welcome to seed growers\, enthusiasts\, on-farm breeders\, and all individuals intrigued by seeds to join us for this informal event. \nBring your burning inquiries\, contemplations\, and hopes for a prosperous seed harvest. Together\, we will nurture a diversity of high-quality seeds in quantities that cater to the needs of all growers in our communities. \nThis Seed Grower MeetUp extends its invitation to all – EFAO members and non-members alike! So\, reserve the date on your calendars\, set your intentions\, and let us cultivate our seed community into full blossom.
URL:https://efao.ca/event/september-seed-growers-online-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:20240925T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240925T200000
DTSTAMP:20260511T010514
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240923T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240923T163000
DTSTAMP:20260511T010514
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240919T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240920T160000
DTSTAMP:20260511T010514
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240918T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240918T163000
DTSTAMP:20260511T010514
CREATED:20240906T152819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T152819Z
UID:20234-1726669800-1726677000@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Field Day at Crieff Hills Retreat Centre Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this tour of the Crieff Hills retreat centre farm. Crieff Hills has become focused on making the farm to table local food concept a prominent part of their vision and mission. In addition to their herd of Soay sheep\, small flock of layer and pastured poultry\, a busy bee yard and thriving organic gardens\, Crieff Hills has four large hay fields and a vast network of hiking trails spread across 250 acres of forest and meadows all on a site that can accommodate up to 100 overnight guests.  Plans to expand the livestock include pastured pigs and heritage breed cattle within a silvopasture rotational grazing system. This fall they will also be constructing their first high tunnel greenhouse and renovating an old picnic shelter to serve as a future hub for washing\, packing\, cold storage and farm focused educational events. \nThis in-person field day 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/field-day-at-crieff-hills-retreat-centre-farm/
LOCATION:Crieff Hills Retreat Farm\, 7098 Concession 1\, Puslinch\, Ontario
CATEGORIES:Field Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240917T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240917T170000
DTSTAMP:20260511T010514
CREATED:20240719T145932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240719T145932Z
UID:19914-1726581600-1726592400@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Nursery Stock and Grafting at Silver Creek Nursery
DESCRIPTION:According to the folks at Silver Creek Nursery\, this farm is run by mother nature and 6 humans\, including Steph and Zack Muma. Here\, mother nature and the humans grow nursery stock trees specially conditioned and raised for their region’s growing conditions. With care and love\, they experiment with different growing techniques to ensure a healthy farm ecosystem\, including adding cover crops and livestock to their field rotations. \nJoin us at Silver Creek Nursery for a tour of the farm\, including a first-hand look at their production practices for growing nursery tree stock without chemical sprays or GMOs. You’ll also get an up-close look at their farmer-led research trial comparing grafting methods. \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/nursery-stock-and-grafting-at-silver-creek-nursery/
LOCATION:Silver Creek Nursery\, 2343 Gerber Rd\, Wellesley\, Ontario
CATEGORIES:Field Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240916T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240916T163000
DTSTAMP:20260511T010514
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240914T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240914T210000
DTSTAMP:20260511T010514
CREATED:20240823T182426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240823T182426Z
UID:20189-1726331400-1726347600@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Young Farmer Potluck at Fertile Ground Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join your fellow young farmers for a tour of Fertile Ground Farm followed by a potluck! \nThis gathering is a continuation of the young farmer meet-up series planned for this season\, hosted by EFAO and NFU locals in the Southwest region. This series will be an opportunity for young farmers\, such as farm workers and beginning/aspiring farmers\, to socialize\, connect and tour other farms in the region. \nAgenda \n4:30 – 6pm: Introductions and tour of Fertile Ground Farm \n6 – 9:00 pm: Potluck & social time \nPreparation \nCome prepared to be outdoors and please bring: \n\nA potluck dish to share\, with a list of ingredients used\nYour own plate/bowl\, cutlery\nDrinks/water bottle\n\nThis event will be occurring rain or shine. There is enough covered space for the potluck in case of inclement weather. \nParking information \nPlease drive slowly on the laneway and follow signage to park on the grass.
URL:https://efao.ca/event/young-farmer-potluck-at-fertile-ground-farm/
LOCATION:Fertile Ground Farm\, 1560 Carmel-Koch Rd\, St Agatha\, Ontario\, N0B 2L0
CATEGORIES:Field Day
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240911T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240911T163000
DTSTAMP:20260511T010514
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240910T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240910T183000
DTSTAMP:20260511T010514
CREATED:20240801T151425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240801T151425Z
UID:19994-1725985800-1725993000@efao.ca
SUMMARY:Hulless Oats Huddle
DESCRIPTION:As interest in cultivating small grains for local processing\, retail\, and consumption grows\, a crop we’ve heard about time and time again is hulless oats. Free of the inedible hull – these oats require one less step as they go from field to breakfast! However\, we know growers in our Small Grains Network have faced challenges accessing seed and preserving the quality of these oats. \nJoin us for a small group discussion at Springfield Farm in eastern Ontario to chat more about the opportunities presented by hulless oats and how we can work together to improve production and marketing options. Whether you’re an expert or brand new\, you’re welcome to join! Grow grains in the area and never heard of hulless oats? Come on out! \nWe all farm better when we all work together. We’ll take a short walk around to see the exciting things happening at Springfield\, and then settle indoors for our discussion. Snacks and warm beverages will be provided. \n 
URL:https://efao.ca/event/hulless-oats-huddle/
LOCATION:Springfield Farm\, 18709 CR 25\, Apple Hill\, ON
CATEGORIES:Kitchen Table Meeting
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