Membership
With a diversity of members – farmers, eaters, citizens, suppliers, processors, retailers, and more – we can grow ecological agriculture across Ontario.
EFAO is driven by the knowledge and passion of its members. By joining or renewing your membership, you connect to the wisdom and experience of an incredible community of farmers and supporters.
Membership in EFAO includes a host of benefits, which are listed below. Starting or renewing an EFAO membership is easy and takes just a few minutes. If you have any questions about membership, please contact Martina at (519) 760-5606 or martina@efao.ca.
Are you Black, Indigenous, or a person of colour who farms or aspires to be a farmer? EFAO invites you to sign up for a free 1-year trial membership. See details here or email martina@efao.ca for more information.
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Full Membership
- For farmers, businesses, organizations and engaged citizens.
- Benefits extend to all members of your farm, business or household.
- Benefits
- 2 votes at the AGM
- Print subscription to EFAO’s quarterly print publication, Ecological Farming in Ontario
- Bi-weekly E-news
- Discounted rates on EFAO workshops and field days
- Discount on registration to annual EFAO Conference
- Support for farmer-led research trials
- Full access to EFAO Online Community Forum
- Access to Business Discounts
- Access to digital “Member of EFAO” logo
- Listing in online Member Directory
- 30% discount on advertising in the print publication
New Farmer & Student Membership
- For new farmers (<5 years) or new members who are students.
- Benefits extend to 1 person. Available for a maximum of 3 years.
- Benefits
- 1 vote at the AGM
- Digital subscription to EFAO’s quarterly print publication, Ecological Farming in Ontario
- All other benefits of a Full Membership
Lifetime Membership
- For lifetime members of EFAO and supporters of ecological farming.
- Benefits extend to one generation; non-farm businesses not eligible.
- Benefits
- 2 votes at AGM
- No renewal notices or membership rate increases
- Recognition in annual report (optional)
- All benefits of a Full Membership
Supporter
- For those looking for another way to engage.
- By contributing a gift, you provide critical support for EFAO and ecological agriculture in Ontario.
- Benefits
- Tax receipts for donations over $25
- Bi-monthly E-news (optional)
- Donations of $1,000 or more also receive:
- One-year subscription to Ecological Farming in Ontario
- Invitation to an annual special event
- Recognition in annual report (optional)
What EFAO members are saying
“This organization supports a passionate community of farmers striving to farm in ecological, organic and regenerative ways. The learning, friendship and inspiration gained is immeasurable.”
“One of our favourite things to be part of is the Ecological Farmers Association of Ontario – EFAO. Between impromptu telephone conversations with veteran farmers and presentations during organized events, we’ve gained valuable knowledge which helped us become better farmers.”
“The EFAO was one of the first resources I found when we started researching regenerative agriculture. I attended some educational events and was really impressed how helpful everyone was and the real feeling of community.”