Pride Farmer Panel

Canadian Organic Growers (COG), is Canada’s oldest organic and regenerative association dedicated to supporting farmers and gardeners adopting more ecologically-based agriculture practices. Since its inception in 1975, COG has led the progress and prosperity of the organic movement and sector in Canada.As a registered educational charity and not-for-profit, we work collaboratively with stakeholders across Canada to be the voice for organic growers and consumers, to advance policy work and industry development at the local, regional and national levels and to train and support organic, regenerative and ecological growers across the country.

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To celebrate Pride Month, COG and our friends at NFU excitedly invite you to join our Pride Farmer Panel!

In nature, ecosystems flourish through diversity, queerness, and collaboration and we think the same is true for an abundant food and farming system. Diversity enables innovation, resilience, and adaptation—all key elements of ecological farming—and this Pride Month we'd like to celebrate the contributions of 2SLGBTQIA+ farmers to our sector 🌈 Join our conversation with a panel of 2SLGBTQIA+ farmers who will be sharing their perspectives on pride in farming and ways to make the broader ag community safe and welcoming for all. This is a great opportunity to meet and network with folks in the ecological ag and 2SLGBTQIA+ community as well as allies. Please note, this is a virtual event hosted via Zoom.Date: June 25, 2026Time: 2:00 - 3:00 PM ETMeeting link: Will be shared via email ahead of the event. Panelist Bios Jackie Clark (she/they) - Whether you find her managing EFAO's Small Grains Program, editing the EFAO quarterly magazine, at an NFU farm-worker-member gathering or growing organic vegetables at home or on friend's farms, Jackie Clark is always aiming to contribute to a more just and equitable food system. She is passionate about farmer-led research, agroecology, connecting mutual aid with political education and action, and building community among 2SLGBTQIA+ farmers across Ontario.Jessye Finch (she/they) - A registered herbalist and herb farmer, you will find Jessye Finch on Future Spell Farm, surrounded by their family, animals and thousands of plants on many beautiful acres. With a deep dedication to ecological growing practices, Jessye grows farm direct herbs for practitioners, wellness companies, community herbalists, and apothecaries. Jessye embraces a holistic way of work that is Queer + Trans affirming and steeped in values including community care, collective liberation and access.Soleil Hutchinson (she/her) - Soleil Hutchinson lives in rural PEI with her wife Lauren, tending to 6 acres of stunning organic vegetables on Soleil's Farm. Soleil champions the idea that together, a community of committed farmers and eaters can create a better food system, where we can all celebrate and enjoy good food. Her vision emphasizes collaboration, accessibility, and a deep connection to both land and people. Moderator Bio Katie Fettes (she/her) - COG's Director of Policy and Research, Katie Fettes is passionate about restoring landscapes and ecosystems and building food-secure, resilient communities through soil regeneration. Katie holds an MA in Conflict, Security and Development from King’s College London and a BA in Peace, Conflict and Justice Studies from the University of Toronto. About COG Canadian Organic Growers (COG) provides education, advocacy and leadership to help build an agricultural system that empowers farmers and consumers, enhances human health, builds community and mitigates climate change while increasing Canadian food sovereignty. Learn more at <a href="https://www.cog.ca" title="https://www.cog.ca" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">www.cog.ca</a> About NFU The National Farmers Union (NFU) is an organization of, and for, farmers and farmworkers in Canada, working together to democratically achieve agricultural policies that ensure dignity and income security for farmers and farmworkers while protecting and enhancing rural environments for future generations. Learn more at <a href="https://www.nfu.ca" title="https://www.nfu.ca" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">www.nfu.ca</a>

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