Agriculture

Councillor wants all Northumberland municipalities to appoint reps, starting with Brighton

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Councillor wants all Northumberland municipalities to appoint reps, starting with Brighton

Robert March 6, 2026

Earlier this week, Brighton council agreed to assign one member to the Northumberland Food Policy Council, starting...

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In Their Words: Brighton council debates role on food sustainability group

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In Their Words: Brighton council debates role on food sustainability group

Robert March 6, 2026

A little-known group called the Northumberland Food Policy Council is seeking representation from municipal councils to support...

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Local beekeepers hope to grow the industry by motivating youth

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Local beekeepers hope to grow the industry by motivating youth

Robert February 6, 2026

By Dan Jones LJI Northumberland 89.7 FM Area beekeepers are preparing for the upcoming season by hosting...

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Local farmers face huge hurdles as China and U.S. levy tariffs against Canada, says NFA president

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Local farmers face huge hurdles as China and U.S. levy tariffs against Canada, says NFA president

Robert March 29, 2025

Agriculture is one of the top economic drivers in Northumberland County. There were 840 farms in Northumberland,...

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A 1,600-acre development floated at public meeting has Hamilton Township family worried

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A 1,600-acre development floated at public meeting has Hamilton Township family worried

Robert January 11, 2025

In November, a public meeting was held in Hamilton Township to discuss the possible development of 1,600...

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Northumberland Federation of Agriculture reps give insight into expanded wellness program

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Northumberland Federation of Agriculture reps give insight into expanded wellness program

Robert August 24, 2024

The show: The full interview with bonus material: The harvest is in full swing. It is the...

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Farmer’s mental health a priority for Northumberland Federation of Agriculture

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Farmer’s mental health a priority for Northumberland Federation of Agriculture

Robert August 24, 2024

The show: Amid the pandemic in 2021, a group of farmers realized the toll it was taking...

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Film festival hosted by farmers in Campbellford takes on issues and challenges facing agriculture

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Film festival hosted by farmers in Campbellford takes on issues and challenges facing agriculture

Robert February 24, 2024

The show: The full interview with bonus material: Farmers and film festivals are not always something you...

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Local farmers facing many challenges locally, provincially, and federally in 2024, NFA president says

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Local farmers facing many challenges locally, provincially, and federally in 2024, NFA president says

Robert January 13, 2024

The show: The full interview with bonus material: Farmers rarely get a break. Operating a farm is...

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Protecting Farmland in Northumberland: Placing precious lands in a trust

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Protecting Farmland in Northumberland: Placing precious lands in a trust

Robert October 27, 2023

Margaret Walton, board chair, Ontario Farmland Trust   One way to ensure a secure future for agriculture...

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