The objective of FarmStart is to support and encourage a new generation of farmers to develop locally based, ecologically sound and economically viable agricultural enterprises.
There are many challenges in agriculture today but there are also many exciting opportunities. By thinking about agriculture in new and innovative ways we can meet the challenges head on with a variety of solutions that promote a sustainable, healthy and regional food supply.
Successful farms make important contributions to the health and vibrancy of both rural and urban communities. FarmStart encourages new farmers to engage in entrepreneurial strategies that creatively turn challenges into opportunities..
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Exploring Your New Farm Dream – 2 Upcoming Courses!
Thinking about starting your own farm business? Want to learn more about the opportunities and realities of farming? This is the course for you!
Exploring Your New Farm Dream: Is Starting an Agricultural Business Right for You? is a course designed to help aspiring farmers learn what it takes to start and manage a commercial agricultural business, and decide whether this is the right path. FarmStart is offering the course in both Kitchener and the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). Both courses include 4 evening sessions and 1 day of farm tours.
Kitchener – The Working Centre (58 Queen St. South)
Evening sessions: Wednesdays (6:30pm – 9:30pm), Feb 10, Feb 17, Mar 3, Mar 10
Farm tour: Saturday, Feb 20 (full day)
GTA – Brampton Fairgrounds (12942 Heart Lake Rd.)
Evening sessions: Thursdays (6:30pm – 9:30pm), Apr 15, Apr 22, May 6, May 13
Farm tour: Saturday, May 1 (full day)
For more information, you can visit:
To apply, please visit the “Application and Registration” section on this page.
If you have any questions, please contact Gayl at gayl@farmstart.ca or (519) 836-7046 x105
If you have any questions, please contact Gayl at gayl@farmstart.ca or (519) 836-7046 x105
