The new agricultural product initiative, led by the Huron County economic development department, is encouraging local farmers to diversify their production by considering using their marginal lands for new crops.
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New app supports agronomic decision-making for Ontario farmers
The Christian Farmers Federation of Ontario (CFFO) and the Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) hosted the official launch of Resilient Fields on Aug. 12.
Listowel Ag. Society breakfast fundraiser to benefit local fire stations
An upcoming fundraiser for the three stations of the North Perth Fire Department will not only assist an excellent cause, but also satisfy that Sunday morning craving for a big breakfast.
81 Petals stand offers beautiful bouquets just south of Listowel
The distinctive teal pickup truck bed converted into a flower stand has been enough to attract attention and customers to Amanda Cleland’s blooming Line 81 business, but its her beautifully-crafted arrangements that keeps people coming back for more this summer.
Energrow introduces new automated soybean-roasting tech
Hofarms Ltd. of Newton is the first of a number of Canadian farms using Energrow’s newest automated roasting technology.
Nearly $20M committed to Perth-Wellington, surrounding areas for rural high-speed internet
The Government of Ontario, partnering with the federal government, has announced up to $19,668,735 to bring high-speed internet to up to 2,700 households and businesses in underserved areas throughout Perth-Wellington and surrounding areas.
Province pledges $7M for agri-food research projects
On Monday, the Ontario government announced its support for 49 agri-food research projects with a pledge of $7 million.
International Plowing Match and Rural Expo cancelled for second year due to COVID-19
For the second year in a row, directors of the Ontario Plowmen’s Association have been forced to make the decision to cancel the International Plowing Match and Rural Expo.
Governments supporting projects to assist farmers
The federal and provincial governments are investing $7.3 million through the Canadian Agricultural Partnership to help support farmers and agri-food businesses.
2021 Listowel Fair Results
Virtual Baby Show Competition Girl, 0 to 6 months old Charlotte Bijman – Baby with the Biggest…
Listowel Community Garden provides produce for Salvation Army Food Bank
The Listowel Community Garden is a community initiative supported by the Municipality of North Perth which provides the land to interested gardeners.
Teeswater gearing up for 165th Fair, Aug. 26-29
The Teeswater Fair is making a comeback, and on a milestone year to boot.
Walkerton Clean Water Centre creates fact sheet to help water professionals deal with ‘forever chemicals’
The Walkerton Clean Water Centre (WCWC) has added a new fact sheet and resources on perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in water systems to its Drinking Water Resource Library.
Changes to Drainage Act could have positive long-term impact for local farmers
Recently announced changes to the Drainage Act could bring more drainage projects to life in Brockton.
Province supports agricultural and horticultural societies with additional funding
The Ontario government recently announced $1.1 million in additional funding to offer continued support for the province’s agricultural and horticultural societies impacted by COVID-19.
