Innovation, Science and Economics Development Canada is conducting a consultation through a questionnaire regarding the right to repair until September 26th, 2024. Join the NFU on Thursday September 19, 2024 at 2:30 PM PDT/3:30 PM CST/4:30 PM CDT/5:30 PM EDT/6:30 PM ADT for a webinar regarding the “Right to Repair” consultation. The webinar will discuss
Already dreaming about next season? Want to have a rockin' business plan to start it off right? Join Young Agrarians for Business Bootcamp starting October 2! This online, community-based program will give you the space and skills to develop a stellar business plan for the farm of your dreams. The Business Bootcamp is open to
Join us for an insightful afternoon at Hawk Feather Farm, where we’ll explore their regenerative approach to grass-fed beef and pork production. Take a guided tour of the farm and learn about their sustainable methods for improving soil health, enhancing biodiversity, and raising livestock regeneratively.
This class will focus on the process of preparing the colonies for winter. Hive wrapping, merging, and common winter beekeeping challenges will be covered. This workshop is one of the seven-part course provides information and hands on opportunities for the beginner beekeeper. Led by experienced apiarists, this course walks participants through the active bee season
Join us for the Region 1 Convention hosted for the first time in Region 1 District 3 (Nova Scotia). The 2 ½ hour gathering (virtual or in-person) will be all about orienting, updating and connecting new, old and potential members in the Atlantic region. It is also our chance to develop policy and strategy, and
You're Invited!!Region 1 National Farmers Union Convention Date: Sunday October 6, 2024Time: 2:30-5:00pmLocation: Truro Farmers' Market (15 Young St, Truro) or Online via Zoom Registration: Please complete this form by October 4. Join us for the Region 1 Convention hosted for the first time in Region 1 District 3 (Nova Scotia). The 2 ½ hour gathering (virtual or in-person) will be all
In this first webinar of the series, we will explore social barriers that often hinder the implementation of effective and equitable local climate action plans.
kinSHIFT workshops are for non-Indigenous learners wishing to cultivate meaningful relationships with Indigenous peoples but unsure where to begin. Expect participatory workshops with stories and creative activities to guide you through strengthening skills of seeing different perspectives, equity, accountability and inclusion, from an Indigenous perspective. Elements of Truth: Before Reconciliation is a 10-hour workshop series
Are you considering branching out into value added farm goods? Hear about the experiences of our panel of farmers who make and sell prepared goods. Xiaobing, Audrey, and Steve will share their stories, what they think are the most important considerations as you start out, as well as challenges, tips, and best practices.
SafeTALK, from LivingWorks, is a half-day alertness training that prepares anyone 15 or older, regardless of prior experience or training, to become a suicide-alert helper. Most people with thoughts of suicide don’t truly want to die, but are struggling with the pain in their lives. Through their words and actions, they invite help to stay
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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