2008 “Can We Go Organic?” Videos Are Up!

13Jun10

Join Canadian Organic Growers as we explore how organics is making a difference. Who is making this vision real and how can you be part of it ? What is your role? Hear farmers, researchers, local food security advocates and community organizations discuss the state of Canada’s food system and share their positive vision for the future

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Tags: Agriculture, bartering, carbon, climate change, community, development rights, farmer, farming, Food, global warming, labour rights, land trust, local, markets, multiplier effect, organic, Toronto, trading, transport, video, Wal-Mart

Ready to Farm? Planning your New Farm Business

08Jan09

In addition to introducing participants to the valuable *Small Farm Planner*workbook, the workshop will also include a presentation by new
farmer Angie Koch describing her first year of running a 2-acre market garden; a discussion on small farm regulations by experienced farmer Ann Slater; and an introduction to the programs and services that OMAFRA has available for new farmers.

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Tags: Agriculture, business planning, farming, Training