Prince Edward County residents and farmers can use their voices to shape the future of the area’s agricultural sector.
The County of Prince Edward has launched a Business Retention and Expansion (BR+E) survey designed with input from farmers across the municipality.
This includes the chair of the Agricultural Advisory Committee, commodity producers, dairy farmers, equine operations, food growers, wine industry representatives, and the regional representative of the Ontario Federation of Agriculture.
The BR+E survey, which takes about 10 minutes to complete, is a key tool for understanding the challenges and opportunities facing agriculture in Prince Edward County. Feedback will help the municipality better understand how municipal programs and policies are impacting local farms, and where we could provide better supports that strengthen farm businesses and the rural economy.
In addition to the survey, farmers are invited to join sector-specific focus groups to share insights and ideas:
- Food / Farmer’s Market Farmers
February 10 | Picton Town Hall | 1:30 pm – 3 pm - Grape & Apple Growers
February 11 | Hillier Town Hall | 10 am – 11:30 am - On-Farm Diversified Uses
February 17 | Bloomfield Town Hall | 1 pm – 2:30 pm - The Future of the Family Farm
February 25 | Rotary Hall, Picton | 11 am – 2 pm (includes lunch)
