Your journey into the heart of local agriculture begins here.
Listen to our local news Tuesdays this Fall to connect with our local farmers and learn from their experiences.
When we shine a spotlight on a local farm operator from one of five different sectors each week.
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Seeds of Success: Fresh Vegetable Farmer Paul Burnham
It is Seeds of Success Day... A look at leaders in the local agriculture sector, brought to you by: Bob Mark New Holland and Burnham Family Market. Ontario is a leading powerhouse in a lot of farming categories - and that couldn't be done without local farmers. Quick facts- Ontario produces 57% of sweet corn in Ontari...
Oct 24, 2023
Seeds of Success: Crop Farmer Chris DeJong
The DeJong family is planning for the next generation although brothers Chris and Rod are far from being played out. They both have farming ventures of their own, Knollcrest Swine and Knollcrest Poultry respectively and in addition they work together crop farming. In truth, the whole family is in on it. Chris DeJong to...
Oct 17, 2023
Seeds of Success: Equestrian Farmer Katie Buxton
In Canada, most horse farms can be found in Ontario, with a total of 252. Here in Northumberland County, Buxton Equestrian calls home. Katie Buxton has been making strides in the equestrian industry both here in Northumberland and for a considerable time in Prince Edward County. Buxton says she's been horse-crazy for a...
Oct 10, 2023
SEEDS OF SUCCESS: Dairy Farmer Jesse Miedema
Miedema Farms is a progressive dairy farm located just outside of Cobourg. Dairy farming in Northumberland County is one of the largest revenue sources for the County, bringing in nearly 35-million dollars annually. This is a busy time of year for Jesse as a big part of taking care of his herd includes providing for th...
Oct 03, 2023
SEEDS OF SUCCESS: Beef Farmer Dan Ferguson
Everyone could use a neighbour like Dan Ferguson. Dan is a beef farmer whose family has lived just outside of Warkworth since the late 1800's. He's a cow-calf producer with a herd of 50 animals that are bred annually to produce calves. These cow-calf pairs are raised on pasture that has seen a lot of changes since his ...
Sep 26, 2023