Guelph-Eramosa councillors and staff members have taken steps to correct what they call a major…
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Norwegian Fjord horses: pure blood lines and much versatility
It might be a little known fact, but a horse living near Moorefield is the top mare of Norwegian…
Town awards land leases for farming
It’s a way to earn money from municipally-owned property until it can be sold for its…
Farmers union to honour first ever Sustainable Farmer of the Year
Officials with the local chapter of the National Farmers Union (NFU) are excited to honour a…
Mitchell: Biosecurity, food safety programs to help Ontario farmers
Ontario’s agri-food sector is getting additional support to improve biosecurity on poultry…
Agricultural Society getting ready to celebrate its 174th season
The Fergus Agricultural Society held its annual meeting on Jan. 29 at Speedside United Church.…
OMAFRA Report
A weekly press release prepared by the staff of the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural…
Potential for local food co-op gains momentum
The momentum for Guelph and Wellington County’s local food co-op is taking another step…
Government provides $6-million for sheep and goat industry
The Government of Canada announced last week it is strengthening the sheep and goat industry by…
Horticultural groups winning photos shown Feb. 16
Guelph township Horticultural Society begins its year with results of the photographic…
Norwell Dairy bylaw approved
It appears Norwell Dairy can now proceed with plans to relocate and expand its facility. Last…
Local 4-H member travels to U.S. capital
Do you want to meet five awesome people from every state in the U.S.? How about 10 kids from Puerto…
2010 Plowing Match coming to Erin
It appears this year’s Wellington County Plowing Match will be held in Erin. Last week Town…
Province spends $300,000 to strengthen dairy program
Dairy farmers and veterinarians are receiving support from the province of Ontario to prevent the…
First AGM for Minto Farmers Market
Minto Farmers’ Market Association is planning to celebrate a successful first season at its…