The National Farmers Union (NFU) has released Depth of Field: Films About Farming, a series of 40 short films showcasing sustainable farming practices across Canada.
Each documentary, about 10 minutes long, features farmers committed to preserving the environment while working the land. The films cover topics like seed sovereignty, organic farming, climate solutions in agriculture, and access to farmland.
“Through Depth of Field, viewers will gain a deeper understanding of the many aspects of farming,” said NFU President Jennifer Pfenning, a farmer from New Hamburg, Ontario. “We hope schools, families, and communities will watch these films and see that their food choices matter.”
One of the farms featured in the series is Grazing Days, a family-run farm in St.-André-Avellin, Québec. Owned and operated by Paul Slomp and Josée Cyr-Charlebois, they produce and sell grass-fed Angus beef, pastured pork, and pastured chicken by direct delivery in the Ottawa-Gatineau region.
The films, produced by March Forth Creative, are available for free streaming at https://www.nfu.ca/filmsaboutfarming/meet-your-farmers/ and at https://www.youtube.com/@NationalFarmersUnionCanada.
The NFU advocates for the rights and security of Canadian farmers and farmworkers, focusing on sustainable agricultural policies. March Forth Creative, known for its award-winning documentaries, continues to bring important issues to the public.
This project was funded by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada through the AgriCommunication Program.
