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Hydroponics, News |

How this year-round indoor farm is tackling food insecurity in N.L.

Newfoundland and Labrador's winter weather might not present the best opportunities for growing fruits and vegetables, but a Mount Pearl farming business is bringing things inside to tackle food…

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Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Agriculture AGM

The Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Agriculture is hosting a virtual workshop and annual general meeting. This workshop will provide information on adaptation techniques for producers in the…

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Indigenous Traditions, News |

Living in Relationship with the Land and Sea: Restoring Indigenous Food Sovereignty

An exciting event co-sponsored by the National Farmers Union and Ocean Networks Canada: Living in Relationship with the Land and Sea: Restoring Indigenous Food Sovereignty This unique workshop links…

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N.L.’s greenhouse, veggie program welcomed, but not without a few critiques

A provincial government project to build greenhouses on the west coast of Newfoundland is being met with general support from farmers, although some question whether that cash would be better…

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Food Distribution, News |

Maine Passes First “Right To Food” Amendment in the US

Citizens of Maine now have a Constitutional right to grow, raise, process, barter, trade and sell their own food without government interference. Read about the first “Right To Food”…

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News, Seeds |

SEEDS OF DIVERSITY Membership is Now Free!

After 33 years of paid membership, Canada’s heritage seeds organization is now offering free membership to all of us.   By shifting to donation support many more gardeners and…

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Killick Coast Agriculture Strategic Plan

In January 2022 work will begin on an Agricultural Strategic Plan for the Killick Coast. It will be the first of its kind in our region. Your participation, large or ……

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Demand Ahead of Supply at Local Food Banks

Food banks around the province are seeing increased demand and new clients. CBC reported on the situation.…

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Funding Opportunities, News |

MUN Students: Hackathon Opportunity with SucSeed

MUN students!! Come together with fellow students and create a sustainable solution to SucSeed’s challenge: delivering fresher produce in the province. Get paid to learn, create, and have an…

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Community Involvement, News |

Regeneration Conference: April 4-8, 2022

With support from Memorial University’s Office of Public Engagement, Food Producers Forum is pulling together representatives of food organizations and groups from across Newfoundland and Labrador…

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