Canada’s Young Farmers: Connecting, Supporting & Amplifying the Next Generation
Friday, September 11, 2026
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Canada’s Young Farmers: Connecting, Supporting & Amplifying the Next Generation
The future of Canadian agriculture depends on the next generation of farmers and agricultural leaders and they need the right tools, connections and opportunities to succeed.
In this episode of The Impact Farming Show, Tracy sits down with Nick Oakley, Business Development Lead with Farm Management Canada, to discuss Canada’s Young Farmers—a national initiative focused on connecting, supporting and amplifying the next generation of agricultural leaders across Canada.
Nick shares why the initiative was created, who it is designed for, and how it is bringing together opportunities around learning, funding, networking, events, mentorship and leadership.
Episode Highlights
- Meet Nick Oakley — Learn about Nick's role with Farm Management Canada and his work with Canada’s Young Farmers.
- What is Canada’s Young Farmers? — An introduction to the national initiative and who it is designed to support.
- Why Was the Initiative Created? — Explore the need for stronger national connections, resources and opportunities for young farmers.
- Connecting the Next Generation — How Canada’s Young Farmers is helping young agricultural leaders build relationships and community across the country.
- Learning Opportunities — Discover the educational and professional development opportunities available to help young farmers strengthen their farm businesses.
- Funding Opportunities — Nick discusses funding and resources available to help young farmers move their businesses and goals forward.
- Events & Networking — Why bringing young farmers together matters and how events can create valuable connections, conversations and opportunities.
- Leadership Development — Learn how the initiative is helping develop the next generation of agricultural leaders.
- Canada’s Young Farmers & AgEx — Nick shares how Canada’s Young Farmers will be integrated into the upcoming Agricultural Excellence Conference.
- Building a National Community — How the initiative is working alongside existing young farmer organizations and agricultural groups across Canada.
- The Future of Canadian Agriculture — Nick shares his vision for the role young farmers will play in shaping the future of the industry.
- How to Get Involved — Find out where farmers can learn more about Canada’s Young Farmers and connect with available opportunities.
Young farmers are facing a rapidly changing agricultural landscape. From managing the business side of farming to navigating succession, financing, technology, markets and leadership, the skills required to succeed go far beyond production.
Canada’s Young Farmers is working to create stronger connections and provide the next generation with access to learning, funding, mentorship, networking and leadership opportunities.
This conversation offers a look at what is being developed at the national level to support the people who will shape Canadian agriculture for decades to come.
Thanks for tuning in,
Tracy
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🔗SHOW RESOURCES:
About the Guest:
Nick Oakley
Business Development Lead / Farm Management Canada
Nick joined the FMC team in 2019 as the Business Development Lead, while also building an Agri-Tourism business just outside of Perth, Ontario.
Nick is dedicated to building partnerships and connections within the agriculture industry to help meet the needs of farmers from coast to coast. He is also passionate about reaching the next generation of farmers to help foster business management practices as they graduate and join the workforce.
Nick is also a proud graduate of the University of Guelph.
Connect with Nick
📞 Phone: (519) 217-4601
📧 Email: sponsorship@fmc-gac.com
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