Farming
Sowing the Seeds of Food Security
Mar 23, 2014 | | Back IssuesEverdale 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 | | Homegrown in the HillsClassic truffles and novelty chocolates make an irresistible combo at The Chocolate Shop.
Having Your Cake
Jun 17, 2013 | | Homegrown in the HillsSarah Hallett’s delectable sweets have locals coming back for more.
Farmers Markets In The Hills
May 19, 2013 |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 |Sourcing local, sustainably raised chicken is a lot harder than it should be.
The Kohlrabi Challenge
May 17, 2013 | | Back IssuesWhen 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 | | Back IssuesIt is significant that the meat recalls of the past decade have rarely involved small plants.
High on Horses
Mar 31, 2013 | | LeisureAs 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 | | Homegrown in the HillsEven 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 | | Homegrown in the HillsJamie 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 | | Homegrown in the HillsTom Deans loves coffee so much, he decided to roast it himself!