Mental health a serious concern for local farmers, study finds
New research from the University of Guelph shows that mental health in rural and farm communities has taken a hit during the pandemic.
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Fields to Forks: Pumpkin recycling
A number of local farms are making sure jack-o'-lanterns aren't going to waste after Halloween. CTV London's Scott Miller explains.
F2F: Wet October leaves farmers on edge
A soggy October has turned November into a race against nature to pull crops before winter. CTV Windsor’s Rich Garton reports.
Fields to Forks: 1Hive urban beehives
A Komoka, Ont. business is hoping others will consider putting just one beehive on their property. CTV London's Marek Sutherland reports.
F2F: Norfolk farm wins international award
From CTV Kitchener's Shannon Bradbury: A farm in Norfolk County is being recognized with an international award.
F2F: Fit bits for cows
Local dairy farmers are keeping tabs on the milking cycle of their cows with an activity tracker. CTV Windsor’s Michelle Maluske explains.
Fields to Forks: Passion for heat and helping
A combined love of hot peppers has a pair of enthusiasts giving back to the community. CTV's Marek Sutherland reports.
Serving up farm-to-table experience in Stratford
From CTV Kitchener: A Stratford farm is creating fresh, homecooked meals -- with ingredients they grow on their property.
F2F: Sweet taste of maple syrup in Severn
Maple Grove Syrup and Sleigh Rides in Severn Township produces liquid gold with 50 km of maple trees.
FARM STORIES: A PEEK BEHIND THE SCENES
F2F: Hensall Co-op
One of the largest co-ops in Canada, Hensall Co-op partners with farmers and supports communities.
F2F: Elgin County
Farmers in Elgin County are extolling the virtues of their community, and welcome everyone to visit.
F2F: Burnbrae Farms
Burnbrae Farms and the Hudson family celebrate 130 years of farming Canada, focused on sustainability and making the biggest differencs.
F2F: Pride Seeds
Pride Seeds is proud to be helping feed the world and to be leaders in the Canadian agricultural seed industry.
F2F: Libro Credit Union
Family farms are the heart of southwestern Ontario, but working the farm takes dedication.
F2F: Experience Simcoe County
Barrie Hill Farms, Windrush Estate Winery and Quayle's Brewery provide quality products for the County of Simcoe and beyond.
F2F: Experience Simcoe County 1
Soothing aroma at Purple Hill Lavender Farms, chicken like grandmas at Urban Farms and sweet syrup at Windlee Farms, all in Simcoe County.
F2F: Experience Simcoe County 2
The Oro Fair Farmers' Market, family-owned Say Cheese and syrup from Maple Grove showcase the spirit of Simcoe County.
Farming in the News
Old jack-o'-lanterns find new life at local farms
At Mapletwiss Farm near Arthur, Ont. they have a multitude of discarded old jack-o'-lanterns that are finding their final use -- as feed for their livestock.
Soggy October causing fall harvest woes for farmers
Typically around this time of year, Farming operations across southwestern Ontario are winding down.
Beehive in Komoka, Ont. creating buzz for new initiative
A collaboration between Neat Cannabis Company and BzzBox has led to the creation of an initiative called 1Hive.
Norfolk County sheep farm recognized for reducing their carbon footprint
A sheep farm in Norfolk County has been recognized with an international award for its work to reduce its carbon footprint.
Cover crops making a comeback in Ontario fields
Brandon Coleman’s field near Kippen, Ont. may look like a failed sunflower growing experiment, but it's not.
'Fitbits for cows': How technology is keeping the herd healthy
An Essex County dairy farm has given their Holstein herd activity trackers to monitor their fitness.
Urban hot pepper farmers use love for spice to give back
A pair of hot pepper enthusiasts are using their passion for heat to try to warm hearts.
Creating a unique farm-to-table experience in Stratford
Lynn River Farm in Stratford is working with Perth County Tourism to create a unique farm-to-table experience.
