GRAIN CORN IS the second largest crop in terms of acreage in Ontario, but it is the largest volume crop — farmers produce on average between 7.5 – 9 million metric tonnes a year on 2 million acres. Ontario is the leading corn producing province in the country — growing, on average, 63% of Canada’s […]
Author: Muriel Schmidt
Are Ontario Peaches Still In Season?
Between now and September is the height of peach season in Ontario — and 2022 is turning out to be a banner year for Niagara peach farmers, who are benefiting from good weather for the popular summer fruit, as well as a strong “support local” movement. Are Ontario peaches ready yet 2022? August is peach […]
Are Geraniums Native To Ontario?
Wild Geranium This bright blooming plant is a herbaceous perennial native to the deciduous woodlands of southern Ontario. Wild geranium blooms the biggest of the native geraniums, producing larger flowers than the other species. Are geraniums native to Canada? About 275 species are known worldwide; in Canada, 7 species are native, 5 or 6 have […]
Why Do Apples Grow So Well In Ontario?
These large, deep bodies of water are the main reason that apples are one of Ontario’s biggest and most diverse fruit crops. The water temperature of the lakes changes slowly and causes the air temperatures of the adjacent shore to change slowly as well. Why are apples grown in Ontario? The province’s major apple-producing areas […]
Is Veronica Native To Ontario?
Native Distribution: Alberta and Saskatchewan; Ontario to Newfoundland, south to Georgia, west to Arkansas, north to Kansas and North Dakota. Native Habitat: Roadsides, meadows, damp open woods, and lawns. Is speedwell invasive in Ontario? Bird’s-eye Speedwell flower and leaves. The flowers grow along a pair of separate stalks arising from a pair of leaf axils. […]
Is Elderberry Native To Ontario?
The common elderberry (Sambucus canadensis) is a shrub which grows wild in much of southern Ontario as well as many areas in eastern North America. Are elderberries native to Canada? The Elderberry bush is native to eastern United States and Canada, the only northern fruit that grows well in damp soil. It is also fast-growing […]
Can Cherry Trees Grow In Ontario?
Black cherry is an important forest tree for wildlife because of its fruit. It can grow up to 22 metres tall when it grows in southern Ontario. Farther north, where temperatures are cooler and the growing season is shorter, it’s smaller and more like a shrub. Which cherry tree is best in Ontario? Hedelfingen is […]
How Much Does Farmland Rent For Per Acre Per Month Ontario?
On Ontario farmland worth $15,000 an acre, the 1.45 percent rent-to-price ratio suggests a cash rent of $217 an acre. While it isn’t a precise tool, having a rent-to-price ratio for each province provides a general guideline to the cash rental rates being paid. Can you rent land from a farmer? Traditionally, small parcels of […]
What Is The Benefit Of Having Farm Plates In Ontario?
We’re often asked, “What are the benefits of putting FARM plates on my truck?” For farmers, there are three benefits to have FARM license plates on your farm truck; lower annual plate cost, option to drive a D truck with a Class G Driver’s License, and. limited dangerous goods exemptions. What is the advantage of […]
What Qualifies For Ontario High School Volunteer Hours?
Eligible activities may include an event or activity designed to be of benefit to the community and/or supports a not-for-profit agency, institution or foundation that conforms to the ethical standards of the OCSB and the Ontario Ministry of Education. What counts as volunteer hours high school Ontario? At the principal’s discretion, students may count the […]