Norfolk Fruit Growers’ Association’s Deb Matthews retires after 46 years of apple work
Port Dover resident Deb Matthews enjoyed working at the Norfolk Fruit Growers’ Association (NFGA) so much that she stayed there for 46 years
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Oct 25
Talbot Road Poultry of Jarvis holds an “open barn” for public education and fun
This open house – or open barn – doubled as a public education event in addition to expanding his Highway 3 broiler operation.
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Oct 25
‘We keep going, “bee-cause” someone has to’
One day about a decade ago while he was in the garden, Troy Moodie noticed that he didn’t see any bees flying around.
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Oct 11
AgRobotics Demo Day gives look at future of farming
The latest adaptations to help farmers were on display at the AgRobotics Demo Day at the Ontario Crops Research Station, Simcoe, in July.
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Jun 21
Not in my back farm
Nestled on the outskirts of Norfolk County, Schuyler Farms is well known for its apples, cherries, sheep, and now, Controlled Atmosphere.
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Jun 21
An “intuitive” experience with motherwort led Kim North to traditional herbalism in St. Williams
Kim North of North Roots Herb Farm, St. Williams, says that she was always attracted to herbs.
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Jun 21
Vanden Bussche Irrigation celebrates 70 years
When Gerard Vanden Bussche started the company that bears his family name 70 years ago, it’s safe to assume he never imagined the success.
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May 29
A handful of joy
In 2020 Alex and Rachel Hogeveen were enjoying country life at their home on the corner of Thompson Rd. and County Line. They decided...
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May 29
A blooming experience you won’t want to miss
I have always had a passion for flowers and the beauty they bring to any home or garden. When I was given the opportunity to visit a...
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May 29
Touch a Truck another success
A fundraiser for a Langton daycare also serves as an educational tool about farming. The second annual Touch a Truck event in Langton was...
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