Why Are Some of Our Apple Trees Purple?
We’ve been noticing something curious in our small, but growing apple orchard: some of our apple trees have regular green leaves, while others have deep…
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Apple Farming
Apple Trees and Apple Farming in Northwestern Ontario
Our Food Security, Apple Trees and Apple Farming program in Northwestern Ontario was proudly piloted in 2024 with the generous support of the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership and the Manitoba Agriculture Indigenous Food Systems and Agriculture Program. Designed to explore the potential of apple varieties and regenerative orchard practices, this initiative is rooted in community, sustainability, and food sovereignty.
Integrating traditional ecological knowledge with innovative orchard management techniques, we are growing more than just apples—we’re growing capacity, resilience, and local food leadership in Northern communities. Our pilot sites focus on learning about soil health, natural pest control, biodiversity, and long-term sustainability for apple farming in northern climates.
Exploring Apple Farming and Indigenous-Led Orchard Projects in Northwestern Ontario
Sustainable Apple Care: Tips for Young Trees & Environmental Stress
Expanding our food security program, our land lab moved dozens of indoor-grown apple pippins outdoors. We faced unexpected environmental shock, leading to dried leaves.
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Celebrating the International Day of Plant Health
Growing Food Security from the Ground Up Today marks the International Day of Plant Health, a global reminder that the health of plants is deeply tied…
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Apple Orchard Project Blossoms in the Northwest
After a long winter and months of patient tending, a promising apple orchard project in Northern Ontario is beginning to show the fruits of its…
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The Apple’s Promise
From winter's hush, a verdant symphony unfolds. Each tender apple shoot, a brushstroke on the northern canvas, whispers tales of resilience, community's embrace, and the…
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Royal Gala Apple Orchard Takes Root in Northwestern Ontario
A quiet revival is taking root in Melgund Township, Northwestern Ontario this spring, where youth and community members are breathing new life into an old…
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From Pine to Pippins: Northwestern Ontario Youth Cultivate Apple Comeback
Forget towering pines and lumber futures, this spring in Northwestern Ontario, a different kind of seedling is taking root. Local youth and community members are…
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