The smelly – and important – side of farming: A look at how manure is utilized on our fields
September 13, 2023
It started with our preview of this year’s Dunnville Fair. One event in particular caught my eye: a ‘Scratch, Sniff & Plant Manure Station’, which... ...read more
Olive’s Heirlooms finds satisfaction feeding the community as a first generation farmer
September 13, 2023
First generation farmer Sarah Reynolds grew up in Hamilton, but she has found a passion for growing things in the soil (and clay) of Haldimand... ...read more
4-H program developing future leaders in agriculture
September 13, 2023
For more than 100 years, the 4-H program has given rural youth opportunities to develop practical and personal skills by following the motto: “Learn to... ...read more
What you need to know about ag drone sprayers: ‘It’s a very different way to do business’
September 13, 2023
By Tara Lindemann The Haldimand Press Drones have been used for warfare, safely scoping disaster survivors, and even delivering pizzas – and now they’re flying... ...read more
HFA puts their money where their youth is with student bursaries
September 13, 2023
An ongoing effort of the Haldimand Federation of Agriculture (HFA) for many years has been to encourage the next generation of agricultural workers through its... ...read more
Farming in Haldimand: 2023 Harvest report card
September 13, 2023
Haldimand farmers were faced with some challenging conditions early in the 2023 growing season as a prolonged dry spell led to difficulties with planting seeds.... ...read more
Using UV rays to make strawberries disease resistant
September 13, 2023
Report by Agriculture & Agri-Food Canada To The Haldimand Press In Canada, one third of fruits and vegetables are lost every year to fungal or... ...read more
2023 is the International Year of Millets
September 13, 2023
Report by Agriculture & Agri-Food Canada To The Haldimand Press Hearty, nutritious and versatile, millet is one of Canada’s lesser known cereal crops. While it... ...read more
Evers addresses Provincial housing expectations, strong mayor powers ahead of coming report
September 7, 2023
HALDIMAND—Haldimand’s Manager of Planning and Development Mike Evers gave some brief remarks at the start of the first Council in Committee meeting held following summer... ...read more
Rise in road deaths calls for flawless – not lawless – driving
September 7, 2023
To the Haldimand Press HALDIMAND—The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is counting on all motorists to be exemplary drivers. With 239 lives already lost on OPP-patrolled ...read more
