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SUMMARY:Low-Hanging Fruit? What can farmers do to reduce emissions now?
DESCRIPTION:Momentum is building for on-farm emissions reductions.  Farmers face an array of options. But what is practical and cost-effective now? What four or five things should farmers consider in the near term? How can government incentives and cost-sharing help? Listen in for a practical session with experts focused on near-term\, on-farm actions.
URL:https://www.nfu.ca/event/low-hanging-fruit-what-can-farmers-do-to-reduce-emissions-now/
CATEGORIES:NFUniversity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240115T190000
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SUMMARY:How To Organize A Community Screening: An NFU Workshop
DESCRIPTION:National Farmers Union presents – How To Organize A Community Screening: An NFU Workshop\nJoin us for an online meet-up where we’ll dive into the world of community screenings on Monday January 15th at 4 pm PT / 5 AB / 6 SK&MB / 7 ET / 8 AT. Whether you’re a film enthusiast or a community organizer\, this workshop is for you. Learn the ins and outs of hosting successful screenings that bring people together and spark meaningful conversations. \nWhat to Expect: \n\nStep-by-step instructions on planning and promoting your event\nOverview of the free resources available to you\nTips from a seasoned event organizer\nOpportunities to collaborate with peers\nQuestion period\nBest of all! Interactive brainstorm and idea sharing with community organizers\, farmers and friends\, from near and far.\n\nWhy Attend: \n\nDiscover the power of film to inspire and engage your community\nGain valuable skills for organizing events\nConnect with like-minded individuals passionate about social change\nExpand your network and connect with other film screening oranizers across Turtle Island.\n\nDon’t miss out on this opportunity to become a community screening wiz! Register now and get ready to make a difference through the magic of film. \nClick Here to Register today!\nAbout The Project: \nDepth of Field is a series of short documentaries produced and presented by the National Farmers Union and March Forth Creative. The films showcase Canadian farmers and farm workers\, and their sustainable farming practices on and off the land. Rotational grazing\, seed saving\, building healthy soils\, and working for social justice– different farmers highlight their own priorities and\, together\, these films tell the story of farming practices that would create the local food system we all want. \nThe National Farmers Union aims to show these films at grassroots community screenings across the country to foster meaningful conversation that connect eaters to their farmers and raise awareness about the sustainable farming practises they implement. \nTo learn more\, visit https://www.nfu.ca/filmsaboutfarming/. \n_ \nQuestions? Contact Nasseem Hakimian at hakimian@nfu.ca. \n 
URL:https://www.nfu.ca/event/how-to-organize-a-community-screening-an-nfu-workshop/
LOCATION:online
CATEGORIES:Community Screenings,Films About Farming
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ORGANIZER;CN="National Farmers Union":MAILTO:nfu@nfu.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240122T190000
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SUMMARY:Public Speaking & Media Interviews: An NFU Workshop for Farmers
DESCRIPTION:Do you find yourself feeling nervous when speaking to media about your farm? Are you interested in honing your speaking skills? \nDon’t miss Public Speaking & Media Interviews: An NFU Workshop for Farmers* on January 22nd at 4pm PT\, 5pm MT\, 6pm SK/MB\, 7pm ET\, 8pm AT. \nJoin us for a free 90 minute training session where you will learn to craft a key messages; tell a compelling story; handle difficult interview questions\, and more. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\n\nAbout \nTalking to journalists can feel confusing and intimidating. This workshop will empower NFU members with the skills you need to give media interviews that shine. From sharing personal stories to commenting on government policy\, you’ll learn to speak confidently about your farm and the future of sustainable agriculture. In this workshop you’ll learn: how to craft key messages; how to tell compelling stories about yourself and your work; how to handle difficult\, hostile\, and off-topic interview questions; your rights as an interviewee. \nFacilitator \nSaima Desai has been a journalist and editor for over seven years. She cut her teeth as an editor at a student paper (the McGill Daily)\, worked for mainstream publications (Chatelaine)\, and has written for alternative media (Maisonneuve\, THIS Magazine\, the Tyee). From 2018 to 2022 she was the editor of Briarpatch Magazine\, a national magazine of grassroots politics and social movements. During her time at Briarpatch she co-founded the Sask Dispatch\, an independent publication focussing on Saskatchewan news\, and created Briarpatch’s Land Back issue\, which won gold for Issue Grand Prix at the 2021 National Magazine Awards. She was also a finalist for Editor Grand Prix in 2023. She was recently an advisor on the Truth in Journalism project\, a journalist-led initiative focused on the nature and methodology of fact-based journalism. She’s been leading media workshops for five years.
URL:https://www.nfu.ca/event/public-speaking-media-interviews-an-nfu-workshop-for-farmers-2/
CATEGORIES:Films About Farming
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SUMMARY:Social and Economic Impacts of Changing Land use and Land Tenure
DESCRIPTION:Companies and individuals are increasingly seeking to buy land in Scotland to benefit from its ‘offsetting’ potential\, while farmers and landowners are being asked to increase the positive environmental impact of land use. The Scottish government was concerned with the social and economic impacts on rural people of changes in land use and tenure\, so it commissioned research to measure current trends and guide policy on land reform\, net zero and other environmental goals\, natural capital governance\, and community engagement in decision-making. Naomi Beingessner’s presentation will provide examples of both small and large-scale change from Scotland and other Global North countries and assesses the perceived and actual impacts – both benefits and challenges – on rural communities\, businesses\, and land managers\, offering considerations for land use transitions and highlighting concerns regarding equity and social justice outcomes.
URL:https://www.nfu.ca/event/nfuniversity-social-and-economic-impacts-of-changing-land-use-and-land-tenure-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240127T133000
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SUMMARY:From Farm to Spindle: Playdate and Film Screening - Montreal\, Quebec
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exciting day of hand spinning natural fibers and community screening premiere of Black Sheep Farm at the Concordia Greenhouse in Montreal\, QC\, Canada.  \nGuided by textile artists Pramila Choudhary and Vanessa Randall\, we will be creating yarn as we play with hand spinning natural fibers and screening the premiere of short documentary Black Sheep Farm\, which explores the world of pasture raised sheep farming and the fiber they provide. Learn about sustainable practices and the importance of supporting local farmers.  \nAccessibility: Please contact us in advance of your visit at: 514-813-5223\, or send an email to: growingarc@gmail.com. \nPresented by Growing A.R.C. and National Farmers Union as part of Depth of Field: Films About Farming. \nIn partnership with March Forth Creative\, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada\, Project Handstitch\, Coop CultivAction and Midnight Kitchen. \nFunding for this project has been provided by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada through the AgriCommunication Program. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER TODAY\n  \n_ \n  \nGrowing A.R.C. \nA farm-to-closet playground to Activate\, Reciprocate\, & Cultivate relations.Activer\, reciproquer\, et cultiver des relations de la ferme au placard. 🌱🌈 \nDepth of Field: Films About Farming \nDepth of Field is a series of 40 short documentaries produced and presented by the National Farmers Union and March Forth Creative. The films showcase Canadian farmers and farm workers\, and their sustainable farming practices on and off the land. Rotational grazing\, seed saving\, building healthy soils\, and working for social justice– different farmers highlight their own priorities and\, together\, these films tell the story of farming practices that would create the food system we all want. The National Farmers Union wants Canadian food consumers to learn more about the work of farming and the thoughtful commitment farmers in communities all across Canada \, like the ones featured in Depth of Field\, contributes to building a thriving food system that benefits people and the land. \nNational Farmers Union \nThe National Farmers Union is a farmer-led\, democratically-directed farm organization representing Canadian farmers and farm workers\, and advocating on issues of importance to us. NFU members believe that the problems facing farmers are common problems\, and that farmers producing diverse products must work together to advance effective solutions. The NFU works toward economic\, social\, and environmental policies that promote economically- and environmentally-sustainable farms and strong farming communities. \nMarch Forth Creative  \nMarch Forth Creative is a renowned producer of award-winning documentaries that explore meaningful and timely topics. Their films have been screened across Canada through multiple municipalities and non-profit organizations\, and internationally through distribution companies. \n 
URL:https://www.nfu.ca/event/from-farm-to-spindle-playdate-and-film-screening/
LOCATION:Concordia Greenhouse\, 1455 de Maisonneuve Boulevard West 13th floor\, Montreal\, Quebec\, H3G 1M8
CATEGORIES:Community Screenings,Films About Farming
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