Yard Tour at Gary Martens

We were treated to a fascinating evening of “ag-talk” and hospitality at Gary & Patricia Martens’ Kleefeld farm on September 9th. Highlights included an overview of the retired U of M professor's thriving garden, discussion about the role of livestock in sustainable farming, and an exchange of our own experiences with growing our own food. It was a great opportunity for amateurs and seasoned agronomists to benefit from Gary's hands-on knowledge. A big thank you to Pat & Gary for their hospitality!

Update on Monday, September 22, 2014 at 9:56PM by RHiebert

Fruit Share Fall Jam

Fruit Share Steinbach is an amazing non-profit organization that connects people in the community to rescue unwanted fruit and vegetables to share with local non-profits and families.

Join Fruit Share Steinbach for their Fall event to celebrate their succesful 2014 season:

All are welcome to join us as we celebrate a bountiful Fruit Share harvest. Welcome the fall season with delicious desserts, warm beverages, musical and dramatic presentations ALL in front of a cozy stone fireplace.

Invite your friends and family to share in this amazing evening.

For more information look here.

Please RSVP by Sept. 22nd so we can be sure to bring enough treats!
fruitsharesteinbach@gmail.com, 204-326-3919

When: Saturday September 27th, 2014, 6:30pm-8:30pm
Where: Edgework Place, La Broquerie
Suggested Donation: $10 per adult, kids free

Open Sesame Movie Showing

The Story of Seeds

Seeds are as important to life as the air we breath. They hold the blueprints to grow the food we need to survive. Much of the seed diversity has been lost, and with it goes the genetic diversity to grow a wide range of plants in a changing climate. Seeds should be cared for in the hands of people not managed by corporations. Open Sesame is a powerful and positive film that describes how many people are taking the initiative to keep seeds open sourced for everyone.

Join us for this moving film presented by SETI and the Organic Food Council of Manitoba.

Watch the Trailer.

When: Thurs. September 25th, 2014, 6:30pm
Where: MHV, 231 Hwy #12, Steinbach
Cost: $10 in advance, $12 at the door

SETI AGM

Please join us for our AGM. This is an exciting yearly meeting where we revisit the successes and challenges of the previous year AND spend time planning the exciting and motivating events that we will organize for the coming year. Please join us and share your ideas and energy.

When: Wednesday October 22nd, 6:30pm
Where: Jake Epp Library, 255 Elmdale St. Steinbach

Green Drink's at Gary Martens' Farm

Please join us on Tuesday September 9th at 7pm at Gary Martens' farm. Gary is retired, but was a Professor at the University of Manitoba Agriculture department. He is practicing some alternative farming techniques on his farm including using pigs to till up the soil and keeping his chickens in a chicken tractor. We will do some digging in the soil that will be a preparation for a soil lecture that Gary will give in the winter during one of our monthly events.

Directions:

Gary's house is at 26025 Hanover Road 34North which is a city block east of the corner of 216 and Hanover Road in Kleefeld. From Steinbach take the 52 highway west to the 216. Turn south on the 216, travel 2 miles, turn east (left) on Hanover Road. The house is the third driveway on the north side of the road, 26025 Hanover Road.