Indigenous Outreach & Engagement

Soil Testing

Supporting soil testing for gardens and growing spaces for Indigenous growers and communities

If you are wondering about the fertility, nutrient balance, or health of the soil in your garden or future growing space but aren’t sure where to start, EFAO can help! Please reach out for information on how to test your soil, what test to choose, and how to interpret soil test results. EFAO can cover the cost of certain soil tests, and provide follow-up support.

Interested in learning more? Reach out to indigenous.outreach@efao.ca.  

Mentorship

Facilitating one-on-one mentorship arrangements for Indigenous growers.

EFAO can help link you with an experienced grower for a series of knowledge-sharing meetings by phone, online and/or in-person. Mentors will help guide new growers through the season, sharing their experience and insights. 

Typically, mentorships begin in April and continue to the end of the season or into the winter, with the mentee receiving approximately 25-30 hours or more of support from mentors. However, mentorship arrangements can be flexible to meet the needs of the mentee. 

Interested in learning more? Reach out to indigenous.outreach@efao.ca.