Hi there!

I have been working on something for a while now, and I'm ready to share it with you!

Back in 2023, a lady from the Meso-American Institute of Permaculture in Guatemala came to visit our farm. Little did I know at the time that I would have the opportunity to go and visit her!

As part of The Breaking The Silence Network, we will be visiting a Coffee Producer Co-op, learning about Permaculture at the Centre but also hear about the struggle of small farmers there who are fighting for their right to the land, especially aboriginal people. I am going as part of a Group and we have a jam packed schedule to make the most of the 10 day trip in October.

I am raising funds to help cover my travel expenses. Click here to learn more about the GoFundMe campaign! For every donation, I will offer my online course ''Grow Your Own Food - A Step-by-Step Guide to Gardening in Cold Climate'' (valued at $137). Please make sure to leave your email address so that I can send you an invite to the course!

Now is a great time to sharpen your skills on gardening!

With Gratitude,

Estelle

PS: In case you missed it, here is the link to the GoFundMe campaign: https://gofund.me/e94de7fb

About the Farm

Thyme for Ewe Farm is a diversified small scale farm located in Millville, Cape Breton, run by Tim and Estelle Levangie. We produce vegetables, herbs, free range chickens, pastured pigs and beef cattle. We also have some sheep and goats for mowing and milk production (personal use). We are processing our pork on farm, into sausages and bacon. We are planning on expanding our offering of processed meat and custom work for other farmers.

The farm sells through the Cape Breton Food Hub, the Cape Breton Farmers market and at the farm.

We believe that farming can be regenerative and sustainable, leaving a legacy for the future generations.

Responsibilities

The Meat Shop Helper responsibilities would include:

- Participate in the making of sausages and bacon, including packaging and cleaning.

- Help with the creation of new products such as charcuterie

- Other duties as assigned

This is a part time position, with the option to help on the rest of the farm (Plant, harvest in garden and greenhouses, fencing, feeding of livestock, catching chickens, building renovation, etc…)

Qualifications and Qualities

–        Experience with smoking of meat/charcuterie an asset

–        Ability to maintain a professional and positive attitude

–        Self-motivated and able to maintain a fast pace of work for a whole day

–        Ability to communicate efficiently, follow directions well and willing to learn

–        Strong attention to details and organization

–        Must be able to work independently as well as in a team setting

–        HACCP knowledge an asset

–        Food Handler certification necessary

–        Meat cutting experience an asset

–        Passion and interest in working/learning about small-scale, low-input, sustainable vegetable and animal production

–        Comfortable with kids and a family working environment

-        Must have own transportation to the farm

Please email thymeforewefarm@gmail.com with your resume and why you would like to apply.

Victory Gardens, also called “war gardens” or “food gardens for defense” were gardens planted by ordinary citizens during World War I and World War II to provide some relief in the public food demands.

Victory gardens were soon “cropping up” across the United States and Canada. Victory gardens were considered a civil morale booster, giving a sense of purpose and a way to contribute to society, providing the food needed to sustain a nation during a time of need. After the war ended, gardening became more of a hobby rather than a necessity for most people.

But today we’re facing new challenges again, and growing your own food might just be what you need.

We need to eat more fruits and vegetables, but what’s available at grocery stores lacks the nutrition and freshness that your body needs, and is getting more expensive by the minute…

Not only is gardening an excellent way to reduce your grocery bill, but it is also a great way to bring your family (and neighborhood) together.

Here are some compelling reasons why you should consider starting your own Victory Garden this year:

-        Growing your own fresh fruits and vegetables is a great way to stretch your food budget.

-        Homegrown vegetables provide readily-available nutrition (every day a vegetable is off the vine it loses its health benefits).

-        No harmful chemicals are sprayed on your veggies.

-        It would provide fresh air and outdoor exercise for the whole family.

-        Forges bonding experiences for family and community members.

-        Allows you to control your food supply and be more self-sufficient.

-        Gardening is a great activity to help relieve stress and improve sleep quality.

-        Reduces your carbon footprint.

-        Statistically, gardeners live longer!

Don’t let the lack of space deter you. No matter how much room you have, you can grow your own vegetables in your backyard (or front yard, in some cases). Even a 10 x 10 ft garden can grow a tremendous amount of food for your loved ones. And even if all you have is a balcony or deck, growing in containers is a great way to get started!

If you don’t know where to start, I have a free workshop coming up April 15 at 4pm ‘’ How to get started growing a vegetable garden’’. Register by clicking here.

Or go to this link: https://forms.gle/ch53YqbvZEA7qci96