Scientists at the University of Guelph’s Simcoe Research Station are in the forefront of strawberry breeding research. “We’re doing ground breaking work in North America,” said Adam Dale, professor emeritus of the University of Guelph’s plant agriculture department. A vete
Just over five years ago the Simcoe Research Station (SRS) marked its 50th anniversary. The milestone event highlighted the invaluable contribution of the 200-acre facility to the horticultural&
A man’s best friend is his dog and Mat Vaughan is proud to be the maker of Norfolk County’s Top Dog – a hard cider. Vaughan arrived in Clear Creek four years ago, drawn to the area for nothing more than its rich soil and microclimate…ideal for an apple orchard and vineyard. While othe
Norfolk County has many young people who are interested in agriculture, and are studying in post-secondary programs. Recently, the Norfolk Federation of Agriculture announced several bursary winners. They include Tanner Buck, Brent Feeney, Drew Grummett and Tyler James, all of whom ar
Norfolk County is celebrating the announcement of four winners locally of the coveted Premier’s Award for Agri-Food Excellence. The Province of Ontario recognizes the work of local agri-food innovators whose ideas and passion strengthen their businesses, grow the agri-food
The Organic Trade Association of Washington, D.C., operates the International Organic Trade Resource website. It provides comprehensive and up-to-date market, policy and trade information on global organic markets. Although it is aimed at American organic exporters and importers, the
Westhill Innovation Inc., a leading designer and manufacturer of metal composite products, plans to open its advanced manufacturing facility in Norfolk County. Products include durable, lightweight and cost-effective transport trailer side walls and doors, as well as materials for con
The Norfolk County Planning Department hosted the very first Site Plan Recognition Night in November. The purpose of this night was to recognize site plan applications from 2015/2016 which exemplify excellence in design principles, applications which went above and beyond. The site pl
MacDonald Turkey Point Marina recently presented a cheque for $8,300 to the London Children’s Health Foundation. The 16th annual Children’s Health Foundation Bass Tournament hosted by MacDonald Turkey Point Marina took place in September with 74 competitors participating. “Thank