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Farming

Sowing the Seeds of Food Security

Mar 23, 2014 | Liza Sardi | Back Issues

Everdale organic farm is at the centre of a project designed to create a self-sufficient organic seed industry in Canada.

How Sweet It Is

Nov 19, 2013 | Nicola Ross | Homegrown in the Hills

Classic truffles and novelty chocolates make an irresistible combo at The Chocolate Shop.

Growing Garlic

Sep 11, 2013 | Nicola Ross | Homegrown in the Hills

An Ancient Crop Adds Zest to Country Living!

Having Your Cake

Jun 17, 2013 | Nicola Ross | Homegrown in the Hills

Sarah Hallett’s delectable sweets have locals coming back for more.

Farmers Markets In The Hills

May 19, 2013 | In The Hills

Farmers markets in the Headwaters Region are the best place to find the freshest local food and the work of area artisans.

Where’s the Chicken?

May 17, 2013 | In The Hills

Sourcing local, sustainably raised chicken is a lot harder than it should be.

The Kohlrabi Challenge

May 17, 2013 | In The Hills | Back Issues

When Jeff Rollings became a Community Supported Agriculture member, he got more than he bargained for … more vegetables, that is.

Regulators closing the door on local meat

May 17, 2013 | In The Hills | Back Issues

It is significant that the meat recalls of the past decade have rarely involved small plants.

High on Horses

Mar 31, 2013 | Nicola Ross | Leisure

As Caledon prepares for the 2015 Pan Am Games, Headwaters Horse Country is saddling up for the ride of its life.

Pommies Dry Cider: Crisp, Clear & Dry

Mar 31, 2013 | Nicola Ross | Homegrown in the Hills

Even in colder weather customers love Pommies’ combination of five local apple varieties, a bit of sugar, water, naturally occurring acids and carbonation.

Am Braigh Farm: Farming on the Back Side of the Calendar

Nov 17, 2012 | Nicola Ross | Homegrown in the Hills

Jamie bought Am Braigh’s three acres and broken-down old farmhouse in 1992. His aunt came up with the name, which is Gaelic for “higher ground,” relating both to his property and his spiritual leanings.

Hockley Valley Coffee Roasters: In pursuit of the perfect cup

Sep 13, 2012 | Nicola Ross | Homegrown in the Hills

Tom Deans loves coffee so much, he decided to roast it himself!