Tag: farming
Armstrong Farm Photo – Wilson Family
The Wilson family dropped in to the Armstrong farm last week in search of a local taste of fall. They just arrived in the community and so far, so good. 18-month-old twins agree and…
Woodleigh Farms’ Waste Diversion Proposal
Last month, Norm Lamothe of Woodleigh Farms presented a proposal to accept leaf and yard waste material collected by the township. A sixth generation farmer in Cavan, Norm is focused on improving farming practices…
Last Market Sunday October 25
Our 2020 market season will come to a close on Sunday, October 25. In spite of the pandemic, our local growers and producers have once again excelled at providing our community with a wonderfully…
Littleleaf Farms Delivers Big Nutrition in Small Bites
Five years ago, Larissa Nicholson and her husband John Hassell moved from Ajax to Cavan in the hopes of transitioning from employees in the horticultural industry to entrepreneurs in that field. Working with plants…
Organic Waste Collection Comes to Transfer Station
Last year, the township introduced an organic waste program for a pilot area in the Millbrook area which was up for renewal last month. The program consists of weekly curbside collection of waste material…
Handsome Jack’s Local Garlic
New Millbrook Market Vendor, Tammy Wood, of Handsome Jack’s Farm bears a calm demeanor is remarkable given the age of this venture. Tammy and her partner Dave purchased their farm just last September, after…
Millbrook Equine Offers a Variety of Services for the Horse Lover
It’s has been five years since Christine Millet and her family moved to their farm on Fallis Line, and they’ve made big changes to the property since their arrival, all with their own hands.…
