Programs

From farmer-led research to seed security and mentorship, EFAO’s programs give farmers the tools, knowledge and support to build thriving ecological farms across Ontario.

Community Forum

Farmer-Led Research

EFAO’s Farmer-Led Research Program helps farmers combine their curiosity with scientific rigour to answer their most challenging on-farm questions. Learn more >

Community Forum

Indigenous Growers

This includes the Indigenous Food Forest Program, mentorship, knowledge-sharing events and gatherings for and by Indigenous communities. Learn more >

Newsletter

Farm Viability

EFAO’s Vegetable Growers Viability (VGV) Program is a multiyear study for direct-to-market ecological vegetable growers. Learn more >

 

Community Forum

Seed Security

The Bauta Family Initiative on Canadian Seed Security in Ontario is focused on advancing on-farm seed production by facilitating participatory and on-farm research opportunities. Learn more >

Brown, dry mature wheat seed heads in a field

Small Grains Program

EFAO’s Small Grains Program supports farmers wanting to diversify their crop rotation by adding a small grain followed by a legume cover crop or forage crop. Learn more >