Randy Martin

RETURNING TO THE CHISASIBI FARMLAND Preparing the Field for Seeding Returning to the farmland to continue soil preparation, equipment training, and seeding work. Name Randolph Martin For CERRI / Cree Nation of Chisasibi (CNC) Agriculture Project Location Chisasibi Farmland Date July 2026 Introduction: Returning to the Field This was my third blog visit to the Chisasibi farmland as part of my work with the CERRI agriculture project. During an earlier visit, our team spread seafood compost...

A work-assignment blog about health, culture, prevention, research, data, and community safety Name Randolph Martin Prepared for Chisasibi Eeyou Resource and Research Institute (CERRI) / Cree Nation of Chisasibi (CNC) Event Community Wellness Fair Location Job's Memorial Garden Date July 2026 For the community, by the community Introduction As part of my work assignment for the Chisasibi Eeyou Resource and Research Institute (CERRI), I attended the Community Wellness Fair at the Chisasibi...

Introduction For my work assignment with CERRI and the Cree Nation of Chisasibi, I visited the Chisasibi farmland to document the agriculture project. The main goal of the work was to improve the sandy soil so that it can support stronger plant growth and more local food production for the community. This project connects to food security, food sovereignty, and Miyupimaatisiiun - living well. Growing more food locally can strengthen community knowledge, reduce dependence on expensive...