Canadian Organic Growers, the Canadian Wheat Board, the Organic Trade Association, the Organic Food Council of Manitoba, and the Organic Producers Association of Manitoba present:

 

Organic Matters on the Prairies Conference

Organic Matters Trade Show

Gaining Ground Workshop: Making the Successful Transition to Organic Farming

 

Organic Matters on the Prairies Conference and Trade Show

Saturday, November 12, 2005

Cost: $75.00/person conference registration includes breakfast, lunch and 2 coffee break

Table: $150 ($100.00 for non-profits)


This one-day conference and trade show is for new and experienced organic farmers and consumers.

 Dr. Elaine Ingham will show farmers how to enhance fertility and yields by understanding and working with the soil's natural biological organisms.  
 
Internationally acclaimed ETC Group executive director Pat Mooney will speak on biotechnology, its impact on organic agriculture and plant breeder's rights.

International development experts will explore the question "Can Organic Feed the World?"

 Health experts will tell consumers about the latest research on the benefits of eating organic food in "Nourishing Ourselves with Organic".  There will be practical sessions on farm-scale composting, low-till organic farming, organic poultry, food security, herbs and health.  Seasoned organic farmers will share their wisdom on organic production in an informal session.

 Conference participants can network and show at the Organic Matters Trade Show, where organic food, fibre and farm supplies will be on offer.

 All this, plus fantastic organic food and a Saturday night Organic Gala Fall Supper! ($35.00 for the supper)

Gaining Ground Workshop, Saturday & Sunday, November 12-13, 2005

Cost: $150.00 /person includes registration with meals and coffee breaks, banquet separate

 This two-day workshop will launch Canadian Organic Growers' new handbook: "Gaining Ground: Making the Successful transition to Organic Farming".

 This participatory workshop will be a rare opportunity for farmers new to organic agriculture to learn how to manage the challenges of changing from conventional farming practices to organic methods.  Gaining Ground will help farmers understand the principles of organic agriculture, plan strategies for transitioning their farm, navigate organic certification requirements, develop record-keeping systems, and learn key organic farm planning skills.

To download registration forms and for more information, visit our website.

 www.organicmatters.ca  http://www.organicmatters.ca

 Contact us at info@organicmatters.ca or call 204.299.6614 for more information.
info@organicmatters.ca