Agricultural Resources

The “Ask an Ag-xpert” series is a specialized, industry-focused adaptation of the original “Ask an Expert” program. Designed for professionals in the agriculture sector, this series features targeted, accessible educational sessions led by experts from across the industry. In addition to gaining valuable insights, participants have the opportunity to connect directly with these experts and cultivate new professional relationships—expanding their network of business resources and support.

With the support of the County of Simcoe municipal partners, the Economic Development Office (EDO) has created an interactive map to view locations of commercial kitchens and co-packers: Explore Agri-Food Resource MapWe strive to keep the information in this inventory as accurate and up-to-date as possible.It is the responsibility of the users to contact the […]

This abattoir resource page includes useful information and resources about local abattoirs, designed to help local farmers ensure efficient and sustainable operations. AgSights – ProcessorLinks OMAFA – Provincially Licensed Abattoirs Meat Inspection Program Food Safety Excellence Tool

The Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) created a Simcoe County Agriculture Sector Snapshot. This resource gives you insights on local farm sales, economic contributions from 2023, and local farm facts! Discover more information about the OFADiscover more information about the Simcoe County Federation of Agriculture

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

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.

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.

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.

There are many resources available to support the agriculture sector. Here are a few additional tools you may find useful: AgMaps – This website includes mapping tools to build customized maps. The site allows you to explore locations based on place name, lot, parcel number, latitude and longitude and many more ways. The site contains […]