Lunar Rhythm Gardens Takes the Traditional Approach to Farming in Janetville

It has been more than eight years since Jessica Foote returned home to her family farm on Gray Road in Janetville to launch her version of a modern day mixed farm incorporating new and traditional farming techniques in her unique business. As in the days of old, some of the… Continue reading

Make Your Garden Bounty Last in an Old-fashioned Cold Cellar

You’ve spent hours selecting the right mix of plants and seeds promising luscious, nutritious produce which will require weeks of TLC as they are planted and tended until the crops reach their peak of maturity. At that moment, gardeners are rewarded with an avalanche of vegetables that are all ready at… Continue reading

Has the Time for Water Harvesting Arrived?

After last summer, homeowners, farmers and gardeners may be wondering what kind of weather conditions we can expect during the upcoming growing season. Those who have experienced water shortages might be getting more serious about the ancient process of collecting and storing rainwater for later use. It is a process… Continue reading

Millbrook Farmers’ Market Returns

Sunday April 23 with More Market Dates As we welcome, with a sigh of relief, the mounting daylight hours, the appearance of new spring buds and the invigorating songbirds, so too we welcome the return of the Millbrook Farmers’ Market on April 23. After the snow/ice/cold/wind begins to slowly fade… Continue reading

Save the Date: Maple in the Township Comes on the April 1st Weekend

A group of local Maple Syrup producers are joining forces to host a Maple weekend on April 1st and 2nd. All participating producers will open the doors to their sugar shacks between the hours of 9:30am and 4:30pm and invite you to come and bring your family to walk a… Continue reading

Otonabee Conservation Launches Tree Seedling Program

Otonabee Conservation has launched a new stewardship program to help landowners seeking to plant trees on their property. The Tree Seedling Program is available to farm and rural landowners within the Otonabee Region watershed and offers a wide selection of native tree and shrub species which can enhance private property… Continue reading

Sharodon Farm Makes National Magazine Cover

The Burgomaster family of Omemee has been active in the Millbrook Agricultural Society family for many years, with members serving on the board and running cattle shows with the late Bob Hall, who is Helen’s father. The family raises Charolais cattle on their farm, called Sharodon farm after owners Don… Continue reading

New Products for Puddleduck Farm’s Community Supported Agriculture Program

After four years operating their local organic farm, Merridy Senior and Eben Hancock are finding new ways to grow their business.  Theirs is a traditional mixed farm operation, where they grow more than 30 varieties of vegetables, herbs, and flowers, produce maple syrup, honey, eggs, freezer beef, chicken and will… Continue reading