This webinar panel digs into how co-operatives in British Columbia are making farmland accessible for sustainable farming. Panelists will discuss why they formed a co-op, what it is all about, what the key challenges are, and how their co-ops are addressing these. Webinar Chair Antonio Gomes runs Cavaleiro Farm in Schomberg, ON The farm produces veggies, fruits, sheep and
With classes on the second and fourth Thursday of each month from October through April, NFUniversity features experts, researchers, farmers, and others on topics ranging from climate change, agroecology, seed policy, carbon markets, and beyond. The sessions build upon the foundational knowledge many NFU members and others already have, delving deeper to advance our understanding
Did you know that farm workers in Ontario and Saskatchewan have no guaranteed minimum wage or rest periods? Farm workers are the backbone of Canada’s multibillion-dollar agricultural industry, but many of us encounter a number of hazards during our workday. Farm workers risk serious injury handling pesticides, working in extreme weather, and performing strenuous physical
With classes on the second and fourth Thursday of each month from October through April, NFUniversity features experts, researchers, farmers, and others on topics ranging from climate change, agroecology, seed policy, carbon markets, and beyond. The sessions build upon the foundational knowledge many NFU members and others already have, delving deeper to advance our understanding
On February 13th, NFU in Region 8 will be hosting an NFU brewery social for farmers, farm workers, members and the general farm community from 5-7:30pm at Barnside Brewing in Delta, BC. This event will be a casual evening for folks in the region to come together, meet other NFUers, as well as prospective members,
Our yearly Farm Worker Meet Up is back! Last year, dozens of farm workers gathered to share their experiences and meet each other before the growing season. What are your needs and challenges at work? What does a labour-just food system look like? Let’s connect! NFU membership not required. Feb 20 @ 4pm PST /
With classes on the second and fourth Thursday of each month from October through April, NFUniversity features experts, researchers, farmers, and others on topics ranging from climate change, agroecology, seed policy, carbon markets, and beyond. The sessions build upon the foundational knowledge many NFU members and others already have, delving deeper to advance our understanding
Join the National Farmers Union in BC/Yukon region for a Virtual Kitchen Table Meeting on Thursday, March 9th at 5:00-6:30 pm! Our proposed topic centers on mental health and wellbeing, especially as it relates to avoiding burnout through the season. This is an opportunity to share stories and resources to support each other in community, and
The NFU is pleased to offer a workshop on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion led by the University of Regina’s Pauline Streete. The workshop, free and open to all NFU members, will be a powerful opportunity to learn how to implement equity and inclusion in our personal lives and within the NFU. The workshop is part
With classes on the second and fourth Thursday of each month from October through April, NFUniversity features experts, researchers, farmers, and others on topics ranging from climate change, agroecology, seed policy, carbon markets, and beyond. The sessions build upon the foundational knowledge many NFU members and others already have, delving deeper to advance our understanding
The National Farmers Union / L’Union Nationale des Fermiers is unique among farm organizations: we advocate for people’s interests against corporate control of our food system.
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