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Simcoe County has strong agricultural roots. Many families have farmland that has been in their family since the 1800s, when the land was deeded by the Crown. Agriculture remains an important aspect of Simcoe County’s thriving economy. The County’s diverse agricultural lands produce quality cash crops, livestock and the ingredients that make for first-class agri-food and agritourism businesses.

Learn How to Hire A Temporary Foreign Agricultural Worker

You can hire a temporary foreign agricultural worker under one of the following streams: Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program Agricultural stream Stream for high-wage positions Stream for low-wage positions

AgGrid: Resources in Simcoe, Grey and Bruce Counties that support Agriculture and Agri-Food

AgGrid 2023 is a resource guide for agriculture and agri-food businesses in Simcoe, Grey and Bruce Counties that are looking for information about starting up, expanding or improving their businesses.

Holland Marsh Resources

The area now known as the Holland Marsh was originally simply a regular marsh.  William Day, a professor at the Ontario Agricultural College, led the project to drain the area beginning in 1925. The process began with soil analyses and successful growing tests to prove the viability of the idea.

Agritourism Toolkit

If you’re thinking of starting an Agritourism business this Toolkit is for you! Learn how to Prepare, Plan, Launch and Evaluate your new agriculture-related business.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Business Retention & Expansion Study 2018

The Agriculture and Agri-Food Value Chain Business Retention and Expansion (BR&E) Study will consist of an analysis of the current agriculture and agri-food business climate based on standardized interviews with local businesses.

Drainage and Ditches

Well-drained soil can increase the opportunity to produce sustained high yields with a variety of crops. Visit the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food & Rural Affairs and learn how to get the most value from an investment in land drainage.