Electricity is an essential service for all of us, but for decades, livestock farmers in rural Ontario have been struggling with a devastating side effect of that service that affects both people and animals.
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4-H Dairy Club members compete at Eastgen Challenge
It has been a busy week for members of the South Bruce 4-H Dairy Club, with the first show of the season and the fourth meeting.
Middle Maitland Restoration Fund hopes to bring river back to life
The Middle Maitland River was once a robust waterway full of wildlife and clear water. Residents of a certain age happily tell stories to their children and grandchildren of swimming or fishing in the river during their youth.
North Easthope Tractor Club visits Milverton church
Pastor Bonnie Schelter-Brown of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Milverton welcomed the North Easthope Tractor club (NEAT) to their church for a homemade breakfast last week. Dozens of tractors toured through the Perth County town, giving the ‘farmer wave’ to those residents who welcomed them, and
Bert Johnson’s trees – a story of patience
As American poet Lucy Larcom once wrote, “he who plants a tree, plants a hope.”
Local farmers, tractor dealership partner to donate equipment to African village
It has been said by many philosophers over the years that it takes a village to raise a child.
North Perth dairy operation welcomes Irish delegation
Conlee Farms, a dairy operation just outside of Listowel which is run by Ralph and Alanna Coneybeare, had some Irish visitors on June 8, when they hosted their first international tour since COVID-19 began.
South Bruce 4-H Dairy Club tours Belmoral Farms
The third meeting of the South Bruce 4-H Dairy Club was recently held at Belmoral Farms, outside of Teeswater.
Celebrating Dairy Month: Third generation dairy farmer describes modern dairy operation – Ikendale Farms
Ikendale Farms, located just west of Walkerton on Concession Road 2, is presently operated by third generation dairy farmers, brothers and partners Tyler and Chris Kuntz, along with their wives.
Strolling down Memory Lane with the Walkerton Horticultural Society
This is the fourth in a series of garden articles from the early 2000s about Walkerton Horticultural Society activities. Several articles will be published in loving memory of long-time society president, Nancy Bajurny, who was always dedicated to beautifying our town.
Peabody: Province amends plan for farm severances
Bruce County Warden Chris Peabody said he’s pleased to learn the province is amending its plan to allow up to three severances per farm property.
Chalane Farms: Pioneering North Perth dairy automation
Perth County’s importance as one of Canada’s – and the world’s – premier agricultural production regions cannot be understated. The fact of the matter is simple; without farmers, we don’t eat. Their efforts allow us to continue to grow and thrive as a society.
Council receives update on Perth County Stewardship Project
North Perth was the final lower-tier municipality in Perth County to receive an update on the Perth County Stewardship Project from Sarah Franklin and Mel Luymes.
Strolling down Memory Lane with the Walkerton Horticultural Society: Part 2
This is the second in a series of articles from the early 2000s about Walkerton Horticultural Society activities. These articles will be published several times over the next few months in loving memory of longstanding society president, Nancy Bajurny who was always dedicated to beautifying our town
IN PHOTOS: 2023 Walkerton Agricultural Society’s Vendors Market
The Walkerton Agricultural Society’s vendors markert was well-attended on Saturday, April 29.
