Norfolk County promotes itself as Ontario’s Garden and has every right to do so. Latest data from Statistics Canada’s 2016 Census of Agriculture confirms that our farmers are leaders in agriculture not only on the provincial stage, but the national one, too. Innovation comes naturally
Norfolk County is Canada’s Asparagus Capital. Norfolk County grows more asparagus than any other region in Canada. Our climate and soil is perfect for growing this nutritious spring vegetable. Learn more about asparagus in Norfolk County The Grower recently highlig
Titan Trailers is expanding its export markets in Austalia, the United Kingdom and the United States, all part of its multi-year plan to employ more manufacturing workers in Norfolk County. Founder Mike Kloepfer recently led a tour of the Courtland-area plant with Mayor Charlie L
Unilever’s 1.2-billion annual business in Canada includes the 264,000-square-foot ice cream manufacturing and packaging plant in Norfolk County. It is operated by over 300 employees, producing Klondike, Magnum, Ben & Jerry’s, Breyers, and Popsicle brands. The plant is part of Unil
The Delhi District Chamber of Commerce is holding its Annual Awards Gala Night on May 17 to honour local volunteers and businesses. This year, there are two Citizens of the Year: Yvette Mahieu & Jeannine Krupicz. Delhi Chamber is also awarding Delhi’s Sub Shop for their
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