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FarmFolk CityFolk
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We connect, collaborate and engage to foster resilient, sustainable, equitable food systems in BC
We are hiring an Executive Director.

We are looking for a collaborative, values-driven leader to guide our work strengthening sustainable and equitable food systems across BC.

For full position details, visit farmfolkcityfolk.ca/hiring
February 9, 2026 at 11:09 PM
Calling all tomato lovers, you are not going to want to miss this year's Citizen Seed Trial 🍅

For this year's tomato trials, choose from 3 beautiful and delicious varieties that were bred by Karen Olivier 🌱

Learn more and register at farmfolkcityfolk.ca/cst
February 6, 2026 at 10:01 PM
Thank you to everyone who attended our panel, Cover Cropping: Then and Now, at the Lower Mainland Horticultural Conference

The panel was funded in part by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada through the Climate Agri-Solutions Fund. Additional funding has been provided by FaRM.

Photos by Rhonda Payne
February 4, 2026 at 6:45 PM
Our February Harvest Newsletter will be arriving in inboxes soon 📩

Subscribe to our monthly newsletter to stay in the loop on exciting opportunities, workshops, events, stories and more!

Sign up today: farmfolkcityfolk.ca/newsletter
February 3, 2026 at 6:22 PM
Seedy Saturdays and Sundays are back! These events are the perfect opportunity to get your seed supply in check for the growing season ahead 🌱

Swipe through to see upcoming dates or view our full calendar at farmfolkcityfolk.ca/seedysat
January 30, 2026 at 5:39 PM
Join our Citizen Seed Trials and be part of a community of growers testing new vegetable varieties 🌱

📅 Sign up by Feb 25 if you want your seeds early. Sign-ups after Feb. 25 will receive their seeds at the end of March. Final deadline to register is March 20th.

Register: farmfolkcityfolk.ca/cst
Citizen Seed Trial - FarmFolk CityFolk
Our Citizen Seed Trial (CST) is a public, science program that engages gardeners and passionate growers in the process of seed saving and breeding.
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January 28, 2026 at 8:54 PM
Have you applied for our Communications & Outreach Specialist role?

In this role, you would be working across digital content, community partnerships and supporting our events like Feast of Fields 🌱

For the full details and how to apply, visit: farmfolkcityfolk.ca/hiring
January 26, 2026 at 5:06 PM
We are excited to be hosting a panel at the Islands Agriculture show on January 30th, focused on cover cropping.

We will be joined by knowledgeable local farmers who will share some of the lessons they have learned from their cover cropping journeys.

Learn more about the conference www.iashow.ca
Islands Agriculture Show
​Islands Agriculture Show
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January 22, 2026 at 5:35 PM
We are hiring a Communications & Outreach Specialist ✨

If you are a skilled storyteller passionate about sustainable food systems, experienced in digital content creation, & committed to supporting events & community engagement for FOF, we want to hear from you!

Apply: farmfolkcityfolk.ca/hiring
January 21, 2026 at 8:24 PM
Have you registered for our free webinar? 🌱📚

If you are running or starting a seed library, come learn ways to grow engagement, encourage seed returns, source and share seeds for the library, and other creative ways to leverage community networks.

Register here: form-can.keela.co/grow-your-se...
January 20, 2026 at 8:30 PM
Join us on January 24th at the Lower Mainland Horticultural Conference for an informational discussion on cover cropping 🌾

To learn more about the conference and to register, please visit: agricultureshow.net/lower-mainla...
January 19, 2026 at 5:14 PM
Join our Team! We are hiring a Communications & Outreach Specialist.

If you are passionate about sustainable food systems and enjoy working across digital content, events, and community partnerships, we would love to hear from you.

Full details + application info here: farmfolkcityfolk.ca/hiring
January 17, 2026 at 12:03 AM
The Islands Agriculture Show will take place January 30 and 31, 2026, at the Cowichan Exhibition.

We are excited to host a panel on cover cropping on January 30th.

Learn More: www.iashow.ca

The panel is funded in part by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada through the Climate Agri-Solutions Fund.
Islands Agriculture Show
​Islands Agriculture Show
www.iashow.ca
January 16, 2026 at 4:23 PM
We wanted to celebrate and give a shout-out to all those who participated in our 2025 BC Seed Mentorship Program 🎉

Read our latest blog post for feedback and insights from our 2025 mentees and mentors: farmfolkcityfolk.ca/2026/01/grow...
Growing Seeds, Sharing Knowledge: 2025 Seed Mentorships - BC Seed Security
We wanted to celebrate and give a shout-out to all those who participated in our 2025 BC Seed Mentorship Program.
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January 15, 2026 at 8:02 PM
The Lower Mainland Horticultural Conference is a 3-day conference held in conjunction with the Pacific Agriculture Show in Abbotsford.

We are excited to be holding a panel on cover cropping that will take place on January 24th.

Tickets: agricultureshows.zohobackstage.ca/LowerMainlan...
Lower Mainland Horticultural Conference
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January 14, 2026 at 8:03 PM
Last summer marked the beginning of our Mobile Seed Cleaning Tour. In August, we began our journey to the first stops on our Northern Tour.

Read the full recap: farmfolkcityfolk.ca/2026/01/mobi...
Mobile Seed Cleaning Tour 2025: Northern Tour - BC Seed Security
Read on to learn more about the places and people we had the pleasure of visiting and cleaning seeds with in the North
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January 14, 2026 at 5:02 PM
January is here, and we are looking forward to this year’s growing season. To set yourself up for the season, we have compiled a list of resources to help you get on track for a year of exciting growth 🌱

Read our latest blog post here: farmfolkcityfolk.ca/2026/01/plan...
Planting the Seeds for a Season of Growth - Stories
January is here, and we are looking forward to this year’s growing season. To set yourself up for the season, we have compiled a list of resources to help you get on track for a year of exciting growt...
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January 13, 2026 at 10:28 PM
Did you know we have a CSA Map with a directory of over 100 local CSAs in BC? 🗺️ Check out our map to find a CSA program near you!

Have a CSA program you would like listed on our map? Fill out the submission form on our map 📍

Find our CSA Map here: farmfolkcityfolk.ca/strengthenin...
January 12, 2026 at 5:59 PM
Looking for ways to get more people involved with your seed library? In this webinar, we will discuss ideas for engaging gardeners and farmers with checking out and returning seeds.

Date: January 28, 2025 | Time: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Register: form-can.keela.co/grow-your-se...
January 9, 2026 at 5:03 PM
Our January Harvest Newsletter will be hatching soon 🐣

Subscribe to our monthly newsletter to stay in the loop on upcoming events, workshops, stories and more! 🌱

Sign up at farmfolkcityfolk.ca/newsletter
January 5, 2026 at 10:27 PM
Have a seed library? 🌱 Join our BC Seed Library Directory to connect with your community and grow local food systems!

Help us build a resilient future. Add your library today! 💚

Submit your listing: farmfolkcityfolk.ca/seed-libraries
December 19, 2025 at 5:23 PM
🌱 Your support makes it all possible!

Without you, we couldn’t reach the community or host programs and events that connect local growers with eaters—helping to build more resilient local food systems.

Every contribution helps us continue our mission. Donate today: farmfolkcityfolk.ca/donate
December 17, 2025 at 8:41 PM
In light of the current flooding taking place in BC, this resource from the Government of British Columbia shares emergency information, support programs and mental health and wellness resources for farmers.

Please take a moment to review and share: www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/...
Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Fisheries response to flooding
Supports and resources are available to help B.C.'s agriculture producers recover from floods and mudslides.
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December 17, 2025 at 5:55 PM
In November, we hosted our Bold Flavours: A Radicchio Pop-up Event at Burdock & Co. It was a night of fresh and local flavours and memorable connections between eaters and producers 🥬✨

For a full recap of the event, including the tasting menu, read our blog post: farmfolkcityfolk.ca/2025/12/a-ni...
A Night of Bold Flavours at Burdock & Co - Stories
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December 11, 2025 at 8:41 PM