Supporting new farmers in east central Ontario

Pat Learmonth, Director

The Shotgun Approach

Purple Onion Festival

East Central Farm Show Lindsay

Fleming College

Trent University

Mentorship Programs

Beekeeping

Pasture Management

Maple Syrup

Regional Outcomes• Many more new and diverse farmers over the

past 5 years• Continually expanding reach via social media

and e-newsletter• Increasing understanding in the region among

government and farmers

Contact Farms at Work

Main office: 705-743-7671

Farmsatwork.ca

Facebook, Twitter

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Six Keys to Success• highly-experienced mentors • curriculum – geared to participants• hands-on training on the Mentor’s farm• financial recognition for the Mentor• professional management and administration• engagement and support of industry