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Grass-fed butter and cheese becoming popular in the north

Thornloe Cheese, located in Temiskaming Shores, is the first grass-fed dairy product producer in the country. (Supplied)

Fields to Forks: Five generations of potatoes in Azilda

Potatoes grown at Don Poulin Potatoes farm in the Greater Sudbury community of Azilda. Sept. 13/21 (Lyndsay Aelick/CTV Northern Ontario)

Beef farmers say northern Ontario is the place to be

Potter Charolais is a beef farm in Earlton, Ont. Sept. 10/21 (Jaime McKee/CTV Northern Ontario)

Infrastructure key part to success for farmers in the North

Tile drainage allows farmers in the north to have a much longer growing season. (Jaime McKee/CTV News

Warren family farm has become a major supplier of lettuce for northern Ontario

Fourth generation sugar makers preparing for another season

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Grass-fed butter and cheese popular in the north

Thornloe Cheese offers both grass fed butter and cheese and receives all of its product from farmers in the northeast.

A look at a long-time northern Ontario potato farm

Growing potatoes in northern Ont. has been a part of the Poulin family for five generations. Meet the siblings that currently run the farm.

Inside beef farming in northern Ontario

CTV's Jaime McKee talks to northern Ontario beef farmer who says there is a lot of opportunity in the region and touts the benefits.

Key infrastructure needed for northern farming

CTV's Jaime McKee looks at key infrastructure that makes farming in northern Ontario doable with shorter seasons and unpredictable weather.

Fields to Forks: Warren family grows lettuce

West Nipissing sugar makers prepare for new season

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F2F: Mental health a concern for local farmers

From CTV Kitchener's Ricardo Veneza: A University of Guelph study finds local farmers have seen a dip in mental health during the pandemic.

Fields to Forks: Pumpkin recycling

A number of local farms are making sure jack-o'-lanterns aren't going to waste after Halloween. CTV London's Scott Miller explains.

F2F: Wet October leaves farmers on edge

A soggy October has turned November into a race against nature to pull crops before winter. CTV Windsor’s Rich Garton reports.

Fields to Forks: 1Hive urban beehives

A Komoka, Ont. business is hoping others will consider putting just one beehive on their property. CTV London's Marek Sutherland reports.

F2F: Norfolk farm wins international award

From CTV Kitchener's Shannon Bradbury: A farm in Norfolk County is being recognized with an international award.

F2F: Fit bits for cows

Local dairy farmers are keeping tabs on the milking cycle of their cows with an activity tracker. CTV Windsor’s Michelle Maluske explains.

Fields to Forks: Passion for heat and helping

A combined love of hot peppers has a pair of enthusiasts giving back to the community. CTV's Marek Sutherland reports.

Serving up farm-to-table experience in Stratford

From CTV Kitchener: A Stratford farm is creating fresh, homecooked meals -- with ingredients they grow on their property.

F2F: Sweet taste of maple syrup in Severn

Maple Grove Syrup and Sleigh Rides in Severn Township produces liquid gold with 50 km of maple trees.

FARM STORIES: A PEEK BEHIND THE SCENES

F2F: Stratford and District Agricultural Society

The Stratford Farmers' Market was established 1855 to bring local produce to customers. Sponsors: Quadro and Tradition Mutual Insurance Co.

F2F: Hensall Co-op

One of the largest co-ops in Canada, Hensall Co-op partners with farmers and supports communities.

F2F: Elgin County

Farmers in Elgin County are extolling the virtues of their community, and welcome everyone to visit.

F2F: Burnbrae Farms

Burnbrae Farms and the Hudson family celebrate 130 years of farming Canada, focused on sustainability and making the biggest differencs.

F2F: Pride Seeds

Pride Seeds is proud to be helping feed the world and to be leaders in the Canadian agricultural seed industry.

F2F: Libro Credit Union

Family farms are the heart of southwestern Ontario, but working the farm takes dedication.

F2F: Experience Simcoe County

Barrie Hill Farms, Windrush Estate Winery and Quayle's Brewery provide quality products for the County of Simcoe and beyond.

F2F: Experience Simcoe County 1

Soothing aroma at Purple Hill Lavender Farms, chicken like grandmas at Urban Farms and sweet syrup at Windlee Farms, all in Simcoe County.

F2F: Experience Simcoe County 2

The Oro Fair Farmers' Market, family-owned Say Cheese and syrup from Maple Grove showcase the spirit of Simcoe County.

F2F: Grain Farmers of Ontario 2

What’s Your Food Story invites everyone across the province to celebrate food and its place in our lives.

Farming in the News

Mental health a serious concern for local farmers, study finds

New research from the University of Guelph shows that mental health in rural and farm communities has taken a hit during the pandemic.

Old jack-o'-lanterns find new life at local farms

At Mapletwiss Farm near Arthur, Ont. they have a multitude of discarded old jack-o'-lanterns that are finding their final use -- as feed for their livestock.

Soggy October causing fall harvest woes for farmers

Typically around this time of year, Farming operations across southwestern Ontario are winding down.

Beehive in Komoka, Ont. creating buzz for new initiative

A collaboration between Neat Cannabis Company and BzzBox has led to the creation of an initiative called 1Hive.

Norfolk County sheep farm recognized for reducing their carbon footprint

A sheep farm in Norfolk County has been recognized with an international award for its work to reduce its carbon footprint.

Cover crops making a comeback in Ontario fields

Brandon Coleman’s field near Kippen, Ont. may look like a failed sunflower growing experiment, but it's not.

'Fitbits for cows': How technology is keeping the herd healthy

An Essex County dairy farm has given their Holstein herd activity trackers to monitor their fitness.

Urban hot pepper farmers use love for spice to give back

A pair of hot pepper enthusiasts are using their passion for heat to try to warm hearts.

Creating a unique farm-to-table experience in Stratford

Lynn River Farm in Stratford is working with Perth County Tourism to create a unique farm-to-table experience.

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