Short Films Celebrate Sustainable Agriculture in Canada
Saskatoon, Canada – The National Farmers Union (NFU) announces the completion of Depth of Field: Films About Farming, a series of 40 short films highlighting Canadian farmers implementing sustainable agriculture practices from coast to coast.
Each of the short documentaries in Depth of Field captures the commitment of people who have embraced sustainable farming practices, showcasing their efforts to farm while preserving the environment and ensuring the long-term health of Canadian soil. The short (about 10-min) films were made by March Forth Creative and funded by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC).
“Through ‘Depth of Field,’ viewers will gain a deeper understanding of the many aspects of farming, including seed sovereignty, farm labour, decisions about farming organically, climate solutions in agriculture and access to farmland,” says NFU President, Jennifer Pfenning, who farms in New Hamburg, Ontario. “We hope schools, families, universities, and communities will watch these films and know that their food choices matter to producers and their farms.”
The final trailer for the project and all films are now available for free streaming on the NFU’s YouTube playlist “Depth of Field: Films About Farming” and on the NFU website.
National Farmers Union
The NFU is an organization of, and for, farmers and farmworkers in Canada, working together to democratically achieve agricultural policies that ensure dignity and income security for farmers and farmworkers while protecting and enhancing rural environments for future generations.
March Forth Creative
March 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.
We are grateful that funding for this project has been provided by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada through the AgriCommunication Program.
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