Small Farm Canada

With a few minor adjustments we are forging ahead with our next issue. So, send us your subscription order, renewal or book order and we'll get it processed and on its way! Stay safe and healthy.

Thinking of adding a high tunnel to your farm/garden? Have a look at a recent story where we go in depth from start to finish with a high tunnel that was added to a flower operation. #farming #farmlife #IAmASmallFarmer https://bit.ly/39a7Z67

Happy Valentines Day!

A trio of orphan lambs visit a Scottish care home as pet therapy for people with dementia. Via: The Nine

Thoughts? #farmlife #farming #IAmASmallFarmer

The show opens in a couple of days! Stop by our booth - 1252 - for a chat with Barb and Dwight and to get a great deal on a subscription! Small Farm Canada #farming #farmlife

Oopsie. Not really farm related (or is it?) but we need a good chuckle now and then.

Celestial Planting. Learn more at Earth Haven's website or find them at the Guelph Organic Conference. #farmlife #farming #IAmASmallFarmer

Get ready to place those seed orders, if you've not already done so. #farming #farmlife #IAmASmallFarmer

Sure, watch the Bobcat square dance, then stop by our booth to say Hello! #PAS2020 #farming #farmlife #IAmASmallFarmer

If you are in the area maybe look into this great sounding workshop! #farming #farmlife

Mark your calendars and make sure to stop at our booth to say hello. If you don't have a subscription to Small Farm Canada but would like one we'll be signing folks up at our booth and including a free copy of the current issue! #farming #farmlife #IAmASmallFarmer

The NEW Jan/Feb 2020 issue is in the mail and on the way to retail stores and newsstands - watch for it! Here is a teaser of the cover. ALSO, there is an amazing sounding recipe that takes maybe ten minutes to put together. Of course it is full of butter and sweetness for the holiday season, or any season for that matter. Check it out. #farming #farmlife

Wishing all our followers and readers a very happy holiday season!

An interesting read about using trees as sources of staple foods, even flours and sugars. Tell us what you think. #farming #farmlife https://bit.ly/2s7kZJp

Here's an interesting idea from Italy. Might not work to well with bigger flocks but if you have a smaller number of sheep and lambs maybe rev up the sewing machine and give it a shot.

The possibility exists that plants actually make noises, like when they are stressed. This is an interesting read and something to get you thinking. #farmlife #IAmASmallFarmer https://bit.ly/2rp9E7j

Some quick points on mental health in the agricultural industry. https://bit.ly/2J65uH0

We know it's Fall but we were asked to post about the Seedy Saturday for Victoria next year - Feb 15, 2020.

If you farm in the Kitimat BC area and can help them out please do so. Hello, Kitimat Farmers! We need more farms in Kitimat to join Loop Loop Resources is dedicated to moving grocery store food waste away from the land fill, and to farm animals. It is a win-win situation for all. We need more farms in Kitimat so that the Kitimat Save-On Foods can begin this program. It involves a once-weekly pick-up of all the food waste (not garbage) from the grocery store. Commitment me...ans picking up everything (about 6 totes of various dairy, meat, produce etc, combined, not each) on your day; submitting an online report of what was picked up (easy-peasy, and very quick); and then feeding out lots of yummy produce etc to your critters. If you feel there might be too much food for your particular circumstance, you can share the pick-up day with one or more other small farms. Here is the Loop page where you can check out more information: https://www.facebook.com/LoopResource/ Thanks! Jaini Clougher, Loop Resources, Smithers, BC 4.9 Loop - Rescue Food, Rescue the Planet Community Organization Visit Facebook Page

If you are looking to expand your knowledge maybe have a look here at their online choices. There is still time to register before courses begin. https://www.gaiacollege.ca/

A new way of #farming being tried out in The Netherlands. Could this work in Canada? Maybe just certain areas? #IAmASmallFarmer https://bit.ly/2TMBR1s

Don't forget about our online Education Guide. If you are looking to expand your farming knowledge this is the place to look first. There is still time to register for in-person courses or online courses.

A preview of our upcoming SepOct issue. It's in the mail to subscribers in a week and on newsstands nationwide shortly after that. We talk turkeys, power outages, soil degradation, feeding hungry farmers and so much more! #farming #farmlife #IAmASmallFarmer

Just in case you were wondering...

Dan Needles ponders whether his kids should really take over the farm. #farmlife #farming #IAmASmallFarmer

This might explain a thing or two about roosters but you'll have to read the short article, we're not going to give it away. #farming #farmlife

A longtime reader sent this story and we thought it was so lovely we had to ask her if we could share it. She said please do so here you go... My husband and I own a small parcel of farmland (35 acres) in Sault Ste Marie, Ontario. Years ago, we adopted a Shepherd mix from the local Humane Society because we were losing chickens to fox and coyotes. Shelby had been brought in as a stray and was about 3 years old at the time. Her presence on the land immediately made a diffe...rence. In the last ten years, we have seen a steady increase in bear presence and activity on the farm. Last year, I had the unfortunate experience of being charged by a black bear sow because our paths crossed and she felt her cubs were threatened. When the bear charged, Shelby, now 13 years old, placed herself a couple of feet in front of me and stood her ground to protect me. I was spared any contact but Shelby sustained major life threatening injuries as a result of the attack. The staff at the Animal Hospital where Shelby was treated submitted her name to the Purina Hall of Fame for recognition. Recently, in early June, Shelby was inducted into the Hall of Fame and received a medal of bravoury for her courage and loyalty. A video of Shelby's story was also produced and posted on YouTube. https://youtu.be/SsRQeM6PjUk Good farm dogs are worth their weight in gold and they may be as near as your local Humane Society. I am heartbroken to share that Shelby passed away this month. Her loyalty and vigilance on the property is sorely missed. Louise

Have you heard of floating dairy farms? No? Well, take a look at this. #farming #farmlife https://bit.ly/2LCmBmC