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  • Our Programs
    • Grassland Set-aside
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    • Hedgerow & Grass Margin
    • Laser Leveling and Soil Amendment
    • Forage Enhancement Pilot Program
    • Stewardship Program Applications
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604-940-3392
Fax: 604-946-7820
205 - 4882 Delta Street
Delta, BC V4K 2T8
dfwt@dccnet.com

We’re celebrating #WorldNatureConservationDay 🌱 Delta is located within the Fraser River Estuary, which is a major stopover site for millions of beautiful migratory birds. Thousands of these birds flock to nearby farmland for food and shelter throughout the winter months. Supporting farmers who provide habitat is at the core of what we do at DF&WT 🦆 To learn more about the programs we offer, access the “Stewardship Programs” section by clicking the link in our bio!
🌱 Are you curious to learn more about the crops 🌱 Are you curious to learn more about the crops grown here in Delta? Do you value supporting local farmers? 🧑‍🌾 Cultivate a connection to your food by attending our FREE family-friendly event on Sept. 10th, 2022! Hosted by Delta Farmland & Wildlife Trust, in partnership with @westhamislandherbfarm , Day at the Farm is an event that invites community members from around the region to learn and experience first-hand the challenges and rewards of growing quality food here in the Fraser River Delta. Visitors can look forward to experiencing: 🚜 Scenic hay-wagon rides 🚜 Potato dig and interactive farming activities 🚜 Fresh produce and food samples 🚜 Live farm animals and birding displays 🚜 Food trucks and shopping at a local farmstand 🚜 Trivia games and cooking/baking contests Click the link in our bio to sign up for #DATF2022
Attention farmers! Last chance to enroll in the 20 Attention farmers! Last chance to enroll in the 2022 Grassland Set-aside Program (GLSA). DM us or call our office at 604-940-3392 if you would like to participate with additional fields, or for more information about the program 🌱 Our GLSA program offers an annual $400/acre cost-share payment to farmers to plant a mixture of grasses and broad-leaved plants on their fields for up to 4 years. Why plant a GLSA? - Improve soil health by adding organic matter and enhancing soil structure - Provide critical grassland habitat for local wildlife - Support birds with food resources and nesting habitat This initiative is made possible through generous support from: Delta Agricultural Society, BC Waterfowl Society, Habitat Stewardship Program, Canadian Wildlife Service, Farmland Awareness Campaign, Tsawwassen Golf Fund, @habitatconservationtrust @ducksunlimitedcanada @cityofdeltabc @whc_canada @cityofrichmondbc @eco.canada @iafbc
After a two-year hiatus, DF&WT is excited to host After a two-year hiatus, DF&WT is excited to host the annual Day at the Farm event this Sept.10th at @westhamislandherbfarm! The goal of this event is to educate urban residents on the importance of our local agricultural region. To keep Day at the Farm free and accessible for our community, we rely on the generosity of our sponsors. DF&WT would like to take a moment to thank our sponsors for their contributions to #DATF2022 👩‍🌾
With this weekend’s heat wave, the weather has f With this weekend’s heat wave, the weather has finally turned! But what a difficult spring it has been for Delta farmers, one that will be remembered for years. Last year, the Lower Mainland experienced a fall with record-high precipitation levels. This spring, record-low temperatures and high rainfall made it very challenging to dry and warm up the soil. “The whole agricultural chain is challenged right now - especially in our area … we’re starting to play russian roulette with the weather,” says Jack Bates. He farms 400 acres in Delta, producing blueberries, potatoes, and corn and raising dairy cows. Spring is a critical time in the farming calendar. Soil is prepped, seeds and seedlings are planted, and many varieties of fruit are pollinated. This year, those three essential functions were stifled, translating to lower yields, less local fruit and vegetables at the farmer’s markets and a significant decrease in farming income. “In the blueberry industry, some of the crops actually shut down,” says Jack. Many fields in Delta remained unplanted until recently, and some will remain bare for the entire season. For farmers like Jack who try to have their crops in the ground by mid-May at the latest, a 4-week delay will have significant consequences. Jack says this is why buying local produce is more important now than ever. “It takes a little extra effort on the consumer to find local product. But I think at the end of the day, it's probably rewarding because it's better quality and better flavour.” Let’s show our local farmers how much we value their hard work and perseverance - #supportlocal #farmingmatters
Happy #PollinatorWeek! @pollinatorpartnership has Happy #PollinatorWeek! @pollinatorpartnership has launched this campaign to address the declining populations of pollinators. Pollinators are a crucial component of a stable food supply, as farmers rely on the help of pollinators to yield healthy crops. By enhancing floral resources on farmland, our Grassland Set-Aside, Hedgerow and Grass Margin Programs provide habitat for pollinators through partnerships with farmers in Delta. Through research partnerships, DF&WT continues to explore how pollinators use on-farm environments. 🌱 To read more about our programs you can access the “Stewardship Programs” section by clicking on the link in our bio. 🐝 To read more about how our programs support pollinators you can access our “Supporting the Pollinator’s Path” article by clicking the link in our bio.
Without the help of volunteers, Day at the Farm wo Without the help of volunteers, Day at the Farm wouldn't be possible! This year we hope to welcome a few new happy faces to our team. Volunteer with us at @westhamislandherbfarm 4690 Kirkland Rd., Delta, BC on Sept. 10th for a day full of family fun. We have both morning and afternoon shifts available for the following positions: Head Volunteer Coordinator, Heavy Lifting Attendant, Parking Attendant, Gate Attendant, Information Booth Attendant, Hay Wagon Attendant, Potato Dig Attendant, Tractor Driver, Public Speaker, Stage Performer, Kids Zone Attendant. Click the link in our bio to register today! #DATF2022 #bcfarming #wildlifeonfarms #bcfarm #deltabc #supportlocal #stewardship #onfarmstewardship #buylocal #ladnerbc #volunteerwork
We love the free online seminars currently being o We love the free online seminars currently being offered through @wildfarmalliance! They keep us updated with the latest research related to birds on farms. There is so much to know! A recent session discussed the idea of a "landscape of fear" through the introduction of birds of prey." This ecological model suggests that the possible presence of a predator is effective enough to alter the patterns of common farm pests. In other words, the predator reduces pest pressure by consuming the pest population, but the predator's presence alone is also enough to make pests less likely to want to live in that environment. 🐀 Barn owls are an example of a highly effective pest management specialist, with one family consuming 3,000-4,000 rodents every year. Barn owls are also attracted to farm fields located next to grasslands, which is perfect for Delta farmers. DF&WT partners with farmers through our Grassland Set-Aside Stewardship Program to plant grasses and broad-leaved plants on farm fields. Many of these landscapes are frequented by barn owls 🦉 Are you interested to learn more about birds and their use in pest management on farms? Consider attending @wildfarmalliance webinars.
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