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Global Connect
Farmer to farmer exchange with growers from Chile, the United States and beyond.
About the program
A problem solved on another continent can save a season here. Global Connect brings growers from other countries onto Canadian farms, and takes Canadian growers to theirs.
There are no podiums. Farmers walk each other's fields, compare notes on water, weather, labour and markets, and take home ideas they can test the next season.
In the field
Mauro, President of El Torreon Exports in Chile, visited farms in British Columbia to share what Chilean fruit growers have learned about water, heat and export markets.
What you get
Farm visitsInternational growers spend time on Canadian farms, and the other way around.
Grower sessionsSmall group conversations on the problems that keep farmers up at night.
Trade and market linksIntroductions to exporters, buyers and partners abroad.
Take home plansEvery visit ends with practical steps to try on your own farm.
Who it is forCanadian growers, exporters and anyone who wants to learn from farms outside their own region.
Ready to take part in Global Connect?
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