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Backyard Mini-Farm Workshop #4

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Backyard Mini-Farm Step-by-step Series - Workshop #4

Join us for the 4th workshop of our exclusive backyard mini-farm series - a complete step-by-step journey creating a new Grow Biointensive urban mini-farm in Kimberley BC.

During this workshop, participants will have the opportunity to get their hands dirty practicing seed processing and compost building - so please bring appropriate footwear and gloves if you like!

Workshop #4 will cover the following topics :

  • How to build a Grow Biointensive compost pile demonstration, with an opportunity to help build a compost pile

  • Harvesting grain and other seed crops by hand with a sickle

  • Threshing and winnowing seed by hand demonstration, with an opportunity to participate

  • A conversation about open-pollinated seeds, genetic diversity, biodiversity, and the importance of saving our own seed for food localization

All ages and experience levels welcome!

Workshops are by donation.

Suggested donation: $25/person $50/family

We appreciate your support!

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Backyard Mini-Farm Fall Harvest Threshing Party and Potluck Event