Are you a farmer looking for land? Or a landholder interested in seeing your property put to productive use? The Young Agrarians Land Sharing Workshop is coming to Duncan on Saturday, November 8, 2025, and it’s an opportunity you won’t want to miss.
Why Land Sharing Matters
Across British Columbia, agriculture is at a turning point. With many seasoned farmers retiring and land values rising, creative approaches such as land sharing are opening doors for new farmers. That’s where land sharing comes in. By connecting landholders with aspiring farmers, we can keep farmland in production, strengthen our local food system, and support the next generation of growers.
The B.C. Land Matching Program, delivered by Young Agrarians, provides personalized land matching and business support services to farmers looking for land to start or expand their farm, and landholders interested in finding someone to farm their land. The program has already facilitated over 415 matches on more than 13,000 acres across the province. This workshop is your chance to learn how you can be part of this growing movement.
Event Details
Join Young Agrarians for this Land Sharing Workshop to learn how you can access land for farming or make your land available to a farmer.
- Date: Saturday, November 8, 2025
- Time: 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
- Location: The HUB at Cowichan Station, 2375 Koksilah Road, Duncan, BC (Quw’utsun Territory)
- Register on Eventbrite
What to Expect
The workshop will be led by Ari Westhaver, Vancouver Island & Gulf Islands Land Matcher with Young Agrarians. Participants will:
- Learn about the benefits and practicalities of land sharing
- Complete a self-assessment activity to help create an action plan
- Gain access to resources and tools to support your land sharing journey
- Network with other farmers, landholders, and community members
Who Should Attend?
- Aspiring and new farmers looking for land to start or grow their farm business
- Landholders interested in making their land available for farming
- Community members passionate about local food security and sustainable agriculture
Why This Matters for Cowichan
Agriculture is a cornerstone of our local economy and culture. By supporting land sharing, we help preserve farmland, create opportunities for young farmers, and strengthen food security in the Cowichan region. The Cowichan Valley Regional District (CVRD) is proud to support the B.C. Land Matching Program. This workshop is a practical step toward building a resilient, sustainable future for our area.
Ready to Join?
Visit the Young Agrarians event page to register and learn more. Let’s work together to keep farmland in production and support the next generation of farmers.
