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Ignite your passion…
This guide to Middlesex-London farms is designed to
show appreciation for our farmers and the agricultural
community. It supports the Middlesex-London Health
Unit’s initiatives to promote healthy eating and physical
activity. We invite you to purchase locally grown
produce throughout the year. You can make
a difference! Decide today to put some locally
grown foods on your plate. Come and get it,
we are right down the road!
Fresh foods from the farms and fi elds of Middlesex- London
M I D D L E S E X - L O N D O N L O C A L F O O D G U I D E
Tips for Buying Local● Use the map and listing to fi nd the farms that offer
the food and other items you want
● Bring a cooler with ice packs for your meats, fi sh and
other perishable items
● Always remember to wash your hands before and after
handling food
● Wash all vegetables and fruits before eating
● If you are shopping at a farmers’ market, be aware
that not every product sold is necessarily locally grown.
If in doubt, ask the farmer or retailer where the food
came from
● If you have further questions about the food listed
on this map, ask the farmer or retailer. And don’t forget
to tell them that you saw their farm/business on the
“Get Fresh” map!
B U Y L O C A L LY G R OW N It’s Thousands of Miles Fresher!
…for local food.
Why Buy Local?
Encourage your local grocers and restaurants to include locally grown foods on their shelves and menus
You’ll Get Exceptional Taste and FreshnessLocal food is fresher and tastes better than food shipped
long distances. Foods imported from other locations are
often picked before they are ripe and are forced to ripen
during shipping. Fully vine-ripened fruits and vegetables
have higher nutritional value and simply taste better.
You’ll Support Your Local EconomyWhen you buy local, you connect with and support
local farm families who produce the food you eat.
It helps keep them in business and also helps create
local jobs. You also help ensure there will be farms
in your community for future generations.
You’ll Protect the EnvironmentFood brought into this country either by plane or by
truck causes environmental damage by producing
greenhouse emissions and depletion of fossil fuels.
Buying local products reduces pollution associated
with extra packaging and transportation.
You’ll Help Sustain Food DiversityFoods grown for transporting long distances are genetically
chosen for the sole purpose of withstanding shipping and
having a longer shelf life. Local farmers produce a wide
variety of fruits, vegetables meats and other tasty edibles,
many of which you can’t buy in a regular marketplace.
● Call ahead to be sure the vari-ety of fruits or vegetables you want are ready and available
● Containers can be brought or purchased. Make sure the containers you use are clean
● Wear comfortable shoes and clothing. Long sleeves and a hat give added protection from the sun. And don’t forget the sunscreen!
● Mornings and evenings are cooler and more comfortable for picking
● Bring a hand towel, plenty of liquids to drink and a snack or two.
● It might be a good idea to bring a camera, especially if you bring your children
PICK YOUR OWN At some farms you can purchase produce already picked, or you can pick your own. If you plan to pick your own, keep the following in mind:
Mix & MatchAdvancing Agriculture and the Rural Community through Partnerships, Education & Advocacy
The Middlesex Federation of Agriculture (MFA) was fi rst established in 1939
and today has more than 1,800 members. The MFA is both pro-active and re-
sponsive on local issues that directly impact its members at their farm gate.
Acting as a sounding board for municipal issues and bylaws, the MFA also
serves as a recognized source for producer and public information, and
promotes education in agriculture by offering scholarship opportunities.
Walk On!Make farm visits a fun time for family as you walk in
the fi elds and fi ll your basket with colourful goodness!
Picking your own vegetables and fruit is also a great
way to increase your level of physical activity. Track
your progress with a pedometer and try adding more
steps each time you head out to the fi elds.
Visit www.healthylivinginfo.ca for amazing recipes,
physical activity resources and your chance to win
a free slow cooker! For more information on health
resources and programs please visit the Middlesex-
London Health Unit at www.healthunit.com.
Middlesex Federation of Agriculture
THE MFA ACKNOWLEDGES THE FOLLOWING CONTRIBUTORS WHO HELPED MAKE THIS PROJECT POSSIBLE:
E A T L O C A L
Get to Know Your Food
A Fresh Approach to Health
FUN FARM FACTS……of Middlesex County!
Have a sweet tooth? Try a mix of fresh fruit salad or
just pick your favourite fruit and savour the taste.
Go for a variety of different vegetables for better
health and more energy. Be creative! Try new ways of
preparing vegetables and fruit dishes for yourself and
your family. Visit www.healthcanada.gc.ca/foodguide
to get your personalized copy of Canada’s Food Guide.
Trips to local farms and farm markets are one of the best
ways to connect with your food source. Meet and talk to
the local farmers and learn how your food is grown, where
it is grown, when it is grown and why! They will give you
ideas on how to preserve seasonal foods and provide
great recipe ideas. Just ask!
FACT In one month, over 20 million eggs are produced in Middlesex Country. End to end, these egg cartons would stretch from London to Brockville!
FACT Cash crops, including wheat, oats, barley, mixed grain, corn, alfalfa, hay, soybeans and potatoes, cover almost 500,000 acres in Middlesex Country. In addition to food products, bike tires, suntan oil, toothpaste, fuel, make-up, ink and paint can all be made from cash crops.
FACT Almost 4,500 acres of land is used to grow fruit. Last year, there were enough apples produced in Middlesex County to make more than 15 million apple pies!
FACT Over 40,000 acres are used to grow vegetables, including corn, tomatoes, mushrooms, green and yellow beans, peas, garlic and onions. Middlesex County grows almost 25% of the green peas in Ontario.
Tourism London www.londontourism.caThe County of Middlesex www.county.middlesex.on.ca
City of London www.london.caWestern Fair www.westernfair.comMiddlesex-London Health Unit www.healthunit.com
Healthy Living Partnership Middlesex-London www.healthylivinginfo.caThe London Farmers Market www.londonsfarmersmarket.com
For more information about this map, please contact:
Middlesex Federation of Agriculture at 519-457-8444
or email at [email protected]
Available year round
BeefPork
PoultryLamb
Home BakingPreserves
HoneyHerbs
MushroomsMaple Syrup
AsparagusBeans (green and wax)
Beans (dried)Beets
BroccoliBrussels Sprouts
CabbageCarrots
CauliflowerCorn (sweet)Cucumbers
EggplantLettuceOnions
PeasPeppers (green)
Peppers (red & hot)Potatoes
PumpkinsSquash
TomatoesZucchini
ApplesBlueberries
CherriesCurrants
GooseberriesPears
PlumsRaspberries
RhubarbStrawberries
VEGETABLES May June July Aug Sept Oct
FRUITS May June July Aug Sept Oct
Main season
Extended season
DEVELOPED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH:Community Futures Development Corporation of Middlesex CountyCrinklaw Maple ProductsHeeman Strawberry Farm and GreenhousesLondon Community Resource CentreFoodNet Ontario
Middlesex Federation of AgricultureMiddlesex-London Health UnitOntario Federation of Agriculture Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural AffairsCounty of Middlesex
Commission locale deformation pour les comtésd’Elgin, de Middlesex et d’Oxf
The Elgin, Middlesex, OxfordLocal Training Board
What’s in SeasonEnjoy the many delicious fresh fruits and vegetables (and
meats, preserves, breads, beverages and more…) available
in Middlesex-London. Use this seasonal availability guide
to determine when you can expect regional produce to be
available. Remember, weather conditions affect the growing
season, so calling ahead is a good idea.
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The individuals and organizations involved in the production of this guide are not responsible for the quality of the products sold at any of the farms or farm markets listed on this map, nor can they guarantee the hours of operation as advertised.
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1 Covent Garden Market130 King St, London519-439-3921 ext 229Outdoor farmer’s market: May (Mother’s Day)-December 20Thursday 8-2pm, Saturday 8-1pmwww.coventmarket.com
45 Crinklaw Maple Products4570 Westminster Dr, London519-457-4550 Maple syrup, maple butter & maple sugarMarch: 7 days a week, 10-4pmSales year round
46 Fort Rose Maple Company and Pancake House
27382 Coldstream Rd, Parkhill519-232-9041Maple syrup, maple sugar, maple butterSyrup sales year round Pancake House open end of Feb - end of MarchWoodlot and Sugar House tours availablewww.fortrose.ca
47 Harem Hill Honey30216 Wilson Rd, Kerwood519-828-3452Liquid & creamed honey, comb honeyYear round: Summer-roadside stand, Winter-house
48 In A Jam6583 Longwoods Rd, Melbourne519-289-5267Jams, jellies, pickles & preservesYear round, Friday 10-6pm, Sat 10-4pm
49 Loft Maple Syrup13282 Nine Mile Rd, Ilderton519-666-0347All sizes and grades of maple syrupYear round 9-5pm
50 Lumsden Bros. Maple Syrup3257 Glasgow St, Strathroy519-232-4877Maple syrupYear round sales by appointment
4 Adelaide Farms21875 Adelaide St N, Arva519-660-0259Strawberries, sweet corn, potatoes, asparagus and moreYear round: Mon-Fri. 8-7pm
5 Apple Land Station329 Richmond St, Thorndale519-268-7794Apples, pumpkins, raspberries, strawberriesApril - Dec. 9 -5pmPick your own
6 Arnold’s Orchard21710 Adelaide Rd, Mt. Brydges519-264-1684Apples, pearsMid Aug-June: Mon-Sat 9-5pmNo Sunday Sales
7 Arrowwood Farm/Harvest Table6460 Riverside Dr, Melbourne519-289-2403Highbush blueberries, baked goods’ LunchesJuly-Aug: Mon-Thurs 8-6pm, Pick your ownwww.harvesttablecatering.com
8 Berkmortel Farm8456 Longwoods Rd, Mt.Brydges 519-264-1498Pumpkins, squashOpen for October: Mon-Sun 9-Dusk
51 McLachlan Family Maple Syrup10279 Lamont Dr, Komoka 519-666-2957Pure maple syrup, maple butter & maple sugar leavesPancake House open 2nd weekend in FebEvery day March-mid April, 9-4pmIn off-season please callwww.pancakehouse.net
52 Purple Hill Apiaries20126 Purple Hill Rd, Thorndale519-461-1858Organic honeyYear round by appointment
53 Raevan Farms1944 Bradley Ave, London519-451-1281Honey, maple syrup, apples, pumpkins (Fall), sweet corn (July-Sept)Hours : 9-6pm
54 Walker’s Honey9327 Scotchmere Dr, Strathroy519-245-5361Liquid & creamed honey, pollenYear round - by chance or appointment
2 London Farmers Market316 Rectory St, LondonVegetables, fruits, fresh meats & fi sh, poultrySaturdays only from 7-3pm
35 Appin Meats Ltd.5959 Glendon Dr, Appin519-289-5000Retail meat, processed meat andBBQ serviceYear round, Mon to Fri 8-5pm, Sat till 4pm
36 Cornell’s Bar-B-Q Beef Catering10686 Sharon Dr, Delaware519-652-3679Barbecued beef roasts, pork and chickencomplete meal cateringYear round and by appointment
37 Cornell Meats7086 Pack Road, London519-652-2748Beef, pork, chicken, Barbecued and take-outRetail and wholesale quality homegrown beefYear round Mon to Fri 8-5:30pm, Sat 8:30-2pm
38 Crawfdown Farms4150 Parkhouse Dr, Glencoe519-287-3837Excellent quality beef (boxes & sides)Year round, call anytime
39 Crumps Corn Fed Angus Beef5372 Egremont Dr, Ilderton519-666-2398Ground beef, steak, roast, freezer ordersYear round and by appointment
40 Eversprings Farms Ltd22370 Adelaide St N, Ilderton519-659-5054Goose & duck products,sprouted barley grass juice, seabuckthorn berries, elderberriesYear round, usually 8-4pm but call aheadwww.everspringfarms.ca
41 Glengyle Farm7860 Inadale Dr, Mt. Brydges519-264-2899Natural freezer beefJanuary to April and by appointment
42 Hungry Hollow Organics Inc.1343 Elmtree Dr, Parkhill519-232-9458Certifi ed organic cuts of chicken & beef,value added organic products - beef, chicken and turkey, sausages, meatballschili, shepherd’s pie, lasagna, dandy dogs and burgersYear round, call aheadCertifi ed Organic www.hungryholloworganics.com
43 Purple Hill Country Music Hall20903 Purple Hill Rd, Thorndale519-461-0538Natural corn fed beef, meat pies, ground beef, steaks, roastsYear round sales by appointment
44 Tom Field4381 Calvert Dr, Glencoe519-287-3849Grass fed lamb & grass fed beefYear round and by appointment
3 Trails End Farmers Market4370 Dundas St E, London519-268-3840Year round Friday 11-8pm, Saturday 7-5pm,
9 Buys Family22533 Valley View Rd, Thorndale519-461-1295Wide variety of potatoesAug to May 9-8pm, by appointment in winter; Pick your own
10 Crunican Bros. Ltd23778 Richmond St N, London519-666-0286Apples, peaches, pears, cider honey, Apple butter, jams & jelliesLate Aug to early June: Mon-Fri 9-6pm, Sat 9-5pm, Sun 12-5pm
11 Thomas & Cathy Dobrentey7321 Calvert Dr, Strathroy519-245-3174Asparagus by the poundMay 6 to June 20, Mon-Sat 9-6pm, Sun 10-5pm
12 Dwarf Tree Orchards1697 Byron Baseline Rd, London519-657-9448Apples, pears, pumpkins, apple ciderSept to Oct: Mon-Fri, 10-7pmPick your own & ready pick
13 Ferket’s Tomatoes & Vegetable Farm21427 Muncey Rd, Mt. Brydges519-264-1377Tomatoes, peppers, egg plant, romano beans, cucumbers, fl at beans and moreMid July to Mid October: 8-8pmPick your own, orders, market saleswww.harvestontario.com/ferkettomatoes.html
14 Foley Farms & Carolinian Winery4823 Dundas St, Thorndale519-268-2000Strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, blackcurrants, sweet corn, pumpkinsMay to Nov: Mon-Sat 10-6pm, Sun 10-5pmPick your ownwww.carolinianwinery.com
15 Harris Farms22176 Mill Rd, Mt. Brydges519-264-2651Sweet corn, pumpkins, squashSeasonal: Mon to Sun, 9-8pm
16 Heeman Strawberry Farm & Greenhouses
20422 Nissouri Rd, Thorndale 519-461-0555 Harvest hotline 519-461-1416 MarketStrawberries, raspberries, sweet corn, sweet cherries, blueberries, fruit jamsMay to July: Mon-Fri, 8-8pm, Sat-Sun 8-5pm; Aug to Oct: 8-5pm; Nov to Apr: Mon-Fri. 8-3pmPick your own strawberrieswww.heeman.ca
17 LCP Farms Inc.22130 Christina Rd, Mt.Brydges519-264-2774Seedless, seeded, sunray, orange sweet watermelons, canteloupeAug to Oct: noon-7pm
18 Mary’s Garden24089 Wellburn Rd, St. Marys519-461-0852Peas, beans, beets, carrots, potatoes, squashJune to Oct: Mon to Sun, 8 till dark
19 Millar Berry Farms7375 Longwoods Rd, London519-652-2065Rhubarb, strawberries, peas, raspberries, sweet corn, black currentsMay to Oct: call or check web pagePick your own & roadside standmillarberryfarms.com
20 Mill Stream Farm21974 Gibson Rd, Mt.Brydges519-264-2310Tomatoes, lettuce, spinach, beets, zucchini, carrots and more organicsJune 15 to Oct 30: Thurs-Fri, 10-5:30pmwww.millstreamfarm.ca
21 Muscutt Country Store5131 Longwoods Rd, Appin519-289-5445All in-season produceStore: Year round: Mon to Sat 7:30-8pm; Sun & Holidays 10-6pm, Fruit Stand: Apr to Dec
22 Andy & Maria Noorenberghe8934 Glendon Dr, Mt. Brydges519-264-2969Sweet corn, tomatoes, peppers, pumpkins, squashAug to Nov: Mon-Sat 8-8pm
23 O’Shea’s Farm 34089 Stonehouse Line, Granton519-225-2600Strawberries, sweet corn, frozen meats, baked goods, beans and moreMay-Oct: Mon-Sun 9-5pmPick your ownwww.osheasfarm.com
24 Olde Drive Blueberry Farm8348 Olde Dr, Mt. Brydges519-264-2086BlueberriesMid July to late Aug: Mon-Fri 8-8pmPick your own
25 Dave & Georgette Skipper Farm3974 Newbiggen Dr, Glencoe519-287-3013Raspberries & cabbage, Year-round frozenJuly & Sept to Oct: Mon-Sun 9-5pmPick your own, ready picked and frozenwww.skipberries.com
26 Sleger’s Greenhouses7496 Calvert Dr, Strathroy519-245-1339Organic salad mix, fruits, vegetables, organic dairy, chickenOpen all year: Mon-Fri 9-5:30pm, Sat. 9-3pmwww.slegersgreens.com
27 M.P Slegers7480 Calvert Dr, Strathroy519-245-8277 or 519-871-5139Ginseng Capsules, fresh & dried root (seasonal)Year round by appointment
28 Sunrise Garden Centre34603 Richmond St, Lucan519-227-1879Pumpkins, squashApril to December: Mon-Sun 9-5pmPick your own
29 Sunrise Orchards9188 Townsend Line, Arkona519-828-3466Apples, cherries, peaches, pears, plumsMay to Thanksgiving weekend
30 Thomas Bros. Market and U-Pick Farm
5856 Colonel Talbot Rd, London519-652-5551Sweet corn, tomatoes, hot and sweet peppers, pickling cukes, beans and strawberriesMay to October: 8-8pmPick your own and farm market
31 Kusterman’s Blueberry Farm23216 Springwell Rd, Mt. Brydges519-264-9199BlueberriesJuly 20-Sept 1: Mon-Fri 8:30-8pm, Sat 8:30-6pm, closed Sunday. Pick your ownwww.berryblue.org
32 Tountas Orchard8650 Falconbridge Dr, Mt. Brydges519-264-2962Apples, pears, asparagus, raspberries, plums, rhubarbMay to Oct: Mon-Fri 8-duskPick your own
33 Whitecrest Mushrooms2899 Cromarty Dr, Putnam519-269-3534Portobello mushrooms, crimini, frozen mushrooms and moreWinter: Mon-Fri 9-5pm, Sat 10-3pm;Summer: Mon-Fri 9-6pm, Sat-Sun 10-3pmwww.whitecrestmushrooms.com
34 Van Gaalen’s Greenhouses22983 Highbury Ave, Ilderton519-225-2197Tomatoes, beans, cherry tomatoes, cucumbersApril to August: 8-8pm
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