Gulf Islands
Posts here are listed in order of newest submissions for the area and consist of growers listings, events and local food security related news. To specifically find a fruit and produce grower in your area go to Growers Directory and select your region.
Sacred Mountain Lavender
Location
"Sacred Mountain Lavender is a boutique lavender farm nestled on the foothills of sacred Mount Tuam on Salt Spring Island B.C. The soil on this mountain contains quartz crystal which infuses the lavender with a high vibrational essence. All lavender is organically grown and our Essential Oil is steam distilled at the farm. We offer you hand crafted lavender products of the highest quality to enhance your wellbeing and relaxation."
Website:
http://www.sacredmountainlavender.com/site/index.cfm?mode=farm
Food Forever
"Funded by the New Horizons for Seniors program (Government of Canada), this project aiming to forge links and promote information/skills/knowledge sharing between seniors and the children of Galiano. It is a four-fold project that comprises:
-Wild Foraging
-A cooking/kitchen exploration component
-Gardening
-The publication of a cookbook/storybook entitled 'Galiano Cooks', scheduled for release at the beginning of May 2010
Following is a detailed description of the events that took place under the Food Forever banner:
Preserving Begun March, 2009
Introductory Tea March, 2009
From Table to Field
Galiano is hosting "From the table to the field" an inter-island conference on agriculture, community & the environment. Sunday March 21. Nettlefest is the day before on Saturday March 20 check out www.galianofoodprogram.ca for more information. Help us spread the word!
From Networking to Thinking like a Network: Strategies for Growing Local Food Security Networks
From Networking to Thinking like a Network: Strategies for Growing Local Food Security Networks This workshop will explore how voluntary sector organizations can increase their effectiveness by employing strategies such as network mapping and network listening followed by an interactive panel discussion highlighting local experiences in developing and sustaining food security networks.
Tuesday, December 8th, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Eye Care Centre Auditorium, #301 - 2550 Willow Street, Vancouver
For more info or to RSVP by Nov 30th:
Greenfrog Farm
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Fulford Valley Organics
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Apple Luscious
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Certified Organic
Tel #(250) 653-2007
Small Farm Co-Ownership on Galiano Island.
A listing just in from my friend Neith At Communitas Galiano
http://communitasgaliano.ning.com/
Small Farm Co-Ownership on Galiano Island
This is an opportunity to own a share in a beautiful little farm on Galiano Island for $35,000 There will be 13 "stewards" holding this land collectively for a three year period. The cost of a line of credit for this would be about $190 a month At the end of the three years, the land will be sold, likely at a profit.
ICC Local Food Festival
Location
ICC hosts "Defending our Backyard"
Join us on Sunday May 31st 2008 from 12 to 4pm at the Fort Rodd Hill Historic Site for a celebration of Vancouver and Gulf Islands produced Foods, Beverages and the People who work to defend our back yard!
Our vision and mission of a sustainable food and agricultural system is why we are holding this event. You will discover the bounty of local products, hear about the challenges local producers face and learn about the ecological and economic benefits of buying locally.
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