York Farm Fresh Association

"Why farming? Honestly, it’s my rebellion."

Growing local is a political act against a broken system. Amy's real "policy work" happens at Fresh Heads Farm. It’s a quiet revolution, one harvest at a time.

Being against the grain never tasted so good.

more: tinyurl.com/YFF2026Amy 

#AgSky #RegenAg

Join the Ontario Autism Coalition (outside of working hours) on March 23 for a rally at Queen's Park, to make our voices heard as the legislature returns.

Let's champion real investment in our schools and the supports #OntEd students need to succeed.

RSVP: https://bit.ly/4l4AKqn

AMEN!

typical plays by "conservatives" "balancing" our "economy" - which lead to privatization and money in their friends pockets. BLARGH

The wonderful people at the Georgina Post have posted this wonderful interview with our very own Sandra Verrall. 

https://georginapost.com/2026/02/23/from-hobby-farm-to-heart-of-the-community-sandra-verrall/

#supportlocal #ontag #agriculture #IYWF

Personally, I welcome the giant chicken overlords and hope to one day ride one into battle!

That technology might not exist, but I can tell you that if you've been around a farm, you CAN smell those photos - LOL!!!

I get a sense of infernal comfort!

HAHAHAH!!! That is a lot of death in one sign 💀

Farmers oppose agricultural science cuts in Canada | The Narwhal The federal government is closing farm research centres and cutting back on agriculture science, leaving farmers scratching their heads

Federal cuts to agriculture science will hurt farmers and grocery shoppers, experts say - @thenarwhal.ca

thenarwhal.ca/canada-agric...

#aghist #cdnhist #envhist #agriculture #histsci

Stop the Cuts to Agricultural Research! The agricultural community was shocked to learn Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada plans to close critically important research facilities in Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec and Nova Sc...

I just wrote a letter to government officials to Stop the Cuts to Agricultural Research! Write one here: actionnetwork.org/letters/stop...

Food for thought: Newmarket Farmers’ Market serves up pop-up events In advance of main May-to-October season, winter markets run Feb. 14, March 14 and April 11.

Our friends at the Newmarket Farmers' Market have a great popup this weekend! Don't hesitate to make it part of your #FamilyDay long weekend plans. Wonderful food, people, and artisanal goods as well!

https://f.mtr.cool/nysyikcuts

#Newmarket #ShopLocal #YorkRegion #FarmersMarket

"Farming is a lifestyle. You’re not going to get rich by farming...The abundance comes from healthy eating & being food secure." 👩‍🌾
Sandra of Dragonfly Farms talks collaboration, grit, & the #YearoftheWomanFarmer in our interview: yorkfarmfresh.com/blog

#AgSky #WomenInAg #Georgina #OntAg

George Washington Carver was Born enslaved, he taught crop rotation at Tuskegee Institute, restoring depleted soil and saving poor farmers’ livelihoods. He created hundreds of uses for peanuts and sweet potatoes and refused to profit off his knowledge.
Black History ❤️💛💚🖤

When my boys were younger, we would go down to the beach and see these sculptures - they are always incredibly engaging!

Farmers and ranchers in Canada, share your insights on mental health by taking part in the 3rd National Survey led by the University of Guelph and CCAW. Your input on stress, anxiety, and resilience matters. Participate here:

(https://f.mtr.cool/jwamrbsdjp)

LOL!!!!

I'd love to see any dinosaur bred to be pug-like! LOL!!!!

That is a beautiful shot!

Our friends at the #YorkRegionFoodNetwork have a wonderful #job opportunity. Check out the link below!

https://f.mtr.cool/genlbavoyi

#ontariojobs #yorkregionjobs #yorkregion #ontag #agriculture

Our friends at #NiemiFamilyFarm (https://f.mtr.cool/whxceqjzgq) are accepting vendor applications for their 2026 markets. If you are interested & reside in #yorkregion in #ontario, then check this out!

https://f.mtr.cool/mofsijwkmb

#farmersmarket #vendorswanted #Summer2026 #ontag #agriculture

“We need farmers... If lawyers, politicians, bankers, university academics or salesmen were to disappear tomorrow...the world would muddle through pretty well. Some things might even get better. But if farmers were to vanish, most of us would be dead within a year.” Dave Goulson

#ontag #agriculture

It's nice to see EG residents speaking up over environmental concerns. Do you think the proposed bylaw changes will help the problem?  We'd love to hear your thoughts...

https://tinyurl.com/EGbylawarticle2026

#ontag #agriculture #wetfill #eastgwillimbury #climateconcerns

Amen

Amen!!!

When food assistance programs face cuts, local food systems become our safety net 🌱

Plant gardens. Support local growers.

Build community food networks.

Resilient communities feed themselves.

demeterearth.com
#TheOutpost #Gardening #UrbanFarming #SmallFarmLife

Farm Feature Interview: Clearwater Farms Today, we are joined by Chris & Grace from Clearwater Farms for our monthly Farm Feature. 1. In one paragraph, share with me the history of Clearwater Farms. The ClearWater Futures Foundation began in 2006 as the Ontario Water Centre, an educational not-for-profit inspired by the vision of the Ladies of the Lake (LOL) Conservation Association. It was a hub for innovation to protect and restore Lake Simcoe in Ontario. In 2012, the Ontario Water Centre achieved charitable status, guided by a multi

Every month we do a feature interview with one of our members. This month, we feature Clearwater Farms located in the town of Georgina, Ontario. 

#localag #ontag #regenerativefarming #agriculture #cdnag 

Regenerative farmers view nature as a meaningful partner in professional decision-making In Finland, farmers who have transitioned to regenerative agriculture are forming a regenerative professional partnership with nature in their decision-making, a new study from the University of Eastern Finland shows.

Regenerative farmers view nature as a meaningful partner in professional decision-making In Finland, farmers who have transitioned to regenerative agriculture are forming a regenerative professiona...

#Ecology #Agriculture

Origin | Interest | Match

I did some research for our upcoming newsletter on regenerative farming, and his name didn’t come up once in my searches. It was by reading this article the other day that I knew about him and his contributions. Why do we keep minimizing black contributions to farming and history?!!!