The University of Guelph's Arboretum offers a wide selection of ideas for prospective gardeners as…
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Splash of colour
After a late start, the warm weather is finally here, waking up flowers such as this peony that…
Gardening can be therapeutic for those battling illness
When Cathy Clark was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2009, she knew she had a tough road ahead of…
Riding demonstration
Participants and students provided visitors with a glimpse of what happens during the therapeutic…
Playing in the corn
Future farmers enjoy an afternoon playing in hard-shell corn with miniature versions of the John…
Conn 4-H Triple Trio Potato Club and Spice Club
The Conn Triple Trio 4-H Potato Club held their first and second meetings at the home of Catherine…
Chinese delegates visit environmental farming operation
Dairy farmer and township mayor Bruce Whale welcomed a Chinese delegation to the farm he operates…
OPINION: OFA ready to work with new government on agriculture-related issues
In a surprising turn, Ontarians voted in a majority Liberal government, returning Kathleen Wynne as…
9th annual Local Food Fest at Ignatius Jesuit Centre on June 22
Have you ever tried making your own goat cheese, foraging for wild edibles or baking homemade…
OMAF and MRA Report
A weekly report prepared by the staff of the Ministry of Agriculture and Food (OMAF) and the…
Giant hogweed found in Erin
Giant hogweed is…
Horticultural tour celebrates area gardeners
Summer will soon be here with all its colourful grandeur and the Fergus Horticultural Society's…
Celebrating 50th anniversary
Crowds were out for the unveiling of the renovated conservatory and water feature park at the…
OPINION: Wanted: Skilled workforce
Ontario agriculture and agri-food sectors drive the local economy. But to maintain the momentum and…
Community gardeners
Minto Mayor George Bridge got some help planting his plot at the new community garden from a trio…