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A new nut to crack in the 2025 SFC Seed Guide, Tree Seed.
In our last issue of the year, we are pleased to present the 2025 Small Farm Canada Seed Guide. This year with 140 seed dealers and a look at tree seed, seed types and seed saving. Read more
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Oops – Our Subscription Renewals were sent with the wrong return envelope
The wrong return envelope has been included with Small Farm Canada subscription renewals. Read more
NEWS
Maximize your google business profile to ensure you attract local clients
Optimizing your Google Business profile boosts search visibility, allows control over displayed information, and helps attract local clients through categories, services, photos, and reviews. Read more
Farm & Food Care Ontario Wins Award
Discover how award-winning farmers, processors, and organizations are strengthening our local food sector. Support Ontario's $50.7 billion agri-food industry. Read more
How Leaf Litter Helps Your Yard and the Environment
Leaving fallen leaves on your property yad supports wildlife like butterflies and bees, enriches soil, reduces landfill waste, and can create habitat. Read more
Can ancient grains combat modern climate challenges?
Explore how ancient and modern grains offer sustainable solutions to agriculture's climate challenges. Read more
Court Rules “Glory” Cherry is Staccato®
US Courts affirm that the “Glory” cherry is, in fact, the Staccato® cherry as argued by AAFC. Read more
Meadowbrook Family Farm honoured for exceptional pasture management
The Meadowbrook Family Farm, operated by Steve and Lisa Ernewein in Walkerton, Ontario, has received the prestigious 2024 Mapleseed Sheep Pasture Award for its exemplary pasture management. Read more
FEATURES
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Is it too late to plant garlic?
October is typically the month for planting garlic for most of Canada. Check zonal and planting recommendations for your area. Read more
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Winterizing roses - tips for northern gardeners
As winter approaches, gardeners in the northern Great Plains must protect tender roses using effective methods like compost mounds or the Minnesota tip technique for optimal survival. Read more
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Now is the time to winterize hives, Beekeeper provides top tips.
As we ease into fall farmers are reducing their herds for winter and gardeners are composting for the promise of spring. Beekeepers must also prepare their hives for cooler weather and that process starts now. Read more
Cultivating Oats - A Small Farm's Guide
Learn how to efficiently grow oats on your farm. Dive in and amplify your soil quality now! Read more
Notes from the Larkspur Supper Club
Powerful Observer
Small farmers are among the most observant people I know. They must be, if they have any hope of lasting in the craft. Read more
CALENDAR
Equipment
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Penta’s new 1240 Series mixer
If you are looking for a piece of equipment with a robust frame, 225 minimum horsepower, 1166 cubic feet capacity and off road suspensions you may want to consider the new 1240 Series Mixer from Penta Read more
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The 1835 M tractor from Massey Ferguson
If you are looking for a piece of equipment with a small frame, 35 horsepower, 72-inch skid steer style bucket and 1,900 lb lifting capacity you may want to consider the new 1835 M tractor from Massey Ferguson. Read more
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New RX40 Series tractors from KIOTI
If you are looking for a piece of equipment with better forward sightlines and maintenance access you may want to consider the new RX40 Series from KIOTI. Read more
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The GrandStand MULTI FORCE from Toro
If you are looking for a piece of equipment to handle tasks all year round you may want to consider the new GrandStand Multi Force from Toro. Read more
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CS20 sub compact tractors from Kioti
If you are looking for a multitasking tractor for small acreage you may want to consider the new CS20 series from Kioti. Read more
Poultry
Health and wellness: 6 tips for disease free birds
Whether you have a large or small flock of poultry, flock health is your TOP priority. Amy Hogue provides some important information on biosecurity 101, protocol tips, information on common diseases and coop management. Read more
Raising happy chickens
What is happiness to a bird? Living out its days scratching, pecking, drinking, eating, clucking, and (if you’re a hen) laying eggs? Amy Hogue has a few tips that will keep your flock happy and healthy. Read more
Home butchering 101
It’s important to ensure everything is set up ahead of time, using a well thought out assembly-line system so the job runs smoothly from start to finish. Read more
A poultry success story
Merrifield Farms is an excellent example of small farm innovation and excellence Read more
