Blog tagged as Rural culture

Highlights from the 2024 NAFDMA Agritourism Farm Tour

I recently had a great time on the NAFDMA (North American Farmers' Direct Marketing Association) Agritourism Farm Tour in Michigan. It was filled with fun, food, and great company. I hope to attend again in the future and I would love to see you there. For those who missed it, I'd like to share some...

04.07.24 11:16 AM - Comment(s)
Where should I put my kennel on my property?
Learn what you need need to consider when planning your kennel building.
04.06.24 03:53 PM - Comment(s)
How To Start Your Kennel Project -Authorities review
Discover the design principles and approvals you need to successfully start your kennel building project
04.06.24 11:29 AM - Comment(s)
The most common Myth of Barn Conversions 
Discover the common myths associated with Barn Conversions and tips on how to successfully convert your old barn.
12.05.24 07:18 PM - Comment(s)
What is Sustainable Tourism and Creating Meaningful Expirences

In the pursuit of mindful living and conscious consumption, regenerative agritourism emerges as a beacon of sustainable harmony, weaving together the threads of mindful stewardship, ecological balance, and agricultural heritage. In this article, we delve into the essence of regenerative agritourism,...

12.05.24 06:42 PM - Comment(s)
Barn Conversion Myths

Click to watch a quick video that breaks down the common myths about Barn Conversions

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PnFTRI28eMg
05.01.24 03:20 PM - Comment(s)
Understanding The OMAFRA Guidelines For Your On-farm Diversified Uses

The Ontario Ministry of Agriculture Food and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA) created the "Guidelines on Permitted Uses in Ontario's Prime Agricultural Areas" to assist municipalities in what OMAFRA feels protects “prime farmland” while providing opportunities for different income streams for farmer...

09.11.23 03:36 PM - Comment(s)

I started this series many years ago, and some new ideas have come to light so I am going to revive this series. Rural Revitalization is a series designed to think big! Think big about the opportunities living on a country property in rural Ontario can offer and what you can offer to the community a...

18.09.20 11:20 AM - Comment(s)
At a recent conference for Sustainable Food Systems in West Lorne 2025"(see post) I was introduced to the work of Dan Needles, a playwright who has self proclaimed the title of keeper of farmer thinking;. Dan describes farmer thinking as three things; absolutely practical, humble in the face if...
24.11.11 02:58 AM - Comment(s)

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