Devon Acres Organic Farm

Devon Acres Organic Farm Near Brantford, Ontario, Organic Vegetables, Beef and Lamb; Community Shared Agriculture (CSA) Farm gate sales during the spring, summer and fall season.

Devon Acres Farm is a small farm located in Brant County, just west of Brantford and southeast of Paris. Our farm is at the northern limit of the Carolinean Forest region in southwestern Ontario. We grow vegetables organically on about three acres, pasture sheep, cows and two Belgian workhorses on a good portion of the farm and have allowed and encouraged the growth of natural forest in some areas

of the farm; in particular that portion along the northern boundary of the farm following the top of the well treed high southern bank of the Grand River. The forest in the upland areas of this locale would likely have been predominantly oak, hickory and black cherry with lots of american elm, basswood,and chestnut, some white pine and beech as well. The lowlands and bank would have had a lot of birch, eastern cedar, willow, hemlock and maple. I’m making a guess based on the evidence from the existing remanent forest around here. We grow a very large selection of vegetables, and maintain a small herd of about ten to fifteen cattle for beef and a small flock of around twenty to twenty-five sheep for mutton and lamb. The breeds of cattle are Canadienne and Shorthorn and the sheep breed is Border Cheviot. We usually milk a couple of cows for milk for the house. The beef and the sheep are all grass fed, hay in winter, and are on pasture year round. Calves are brought into the barn each night for their own safety and so that we can milk out the mothers in the morning. Calves for beef get no grain but we normally feed the milking cows a small amount of grain, usually crimped oats, in order to have a good quantity of milk. If our hay quality. ie the protein level, was sufficiently high, then we would not need as much or any grain for the milkers. We use our two workhorses as the major power source on the farm. They do all the spring preparation work in the garden and do a lot of wagon work drawing hay, firewood and other things as well. We will try to get our tractor back in working condition for belt and pto work and maybe for loading using a front end loader. The tractor would also be backup power for those brief time periods when we need extra work done in the garden or need to get hay in the barn more quickly. We could also use the tractor to run the hay baler.

08/10/2026
08/02/2026
We have a good quantity of garlic available. Most is still sheltered in the boxes drying and I'm working to cut the root...
08/02/2026

We have a good quantity of garlic available. Most is still sheltered in the boxes drying and I'm working to cut the root and stem off and clean it up for sale. The garlic for sale is on the table and costs $10.00 a pound or $2 for a single clove. The number of heads in a pound will vary with the size of the heads. We always have to set aside the largest heads, with the largest cloves, for replanting but we will still have large heads for sale. A head of garlic might have 5 or 6 cloves or maybe 10. We have about 11 varieties, all a bit different.
The photos show our lane at 101 Robinson Road, and our set up with the cooler with eggs and the table with vegetables that we have ready for sale. It is all self serve and prices are set out on card with the veggies. Cash only. Eggs are $5 per dozen and when they are all gone they are sold out for the day. I put eggs out each morning at about 9 or 9:30.

08/01/2026

Here we go again, one last time to gather to push for saving farm land before the two councils vote on August 10 and August 12.
Community Invited to Public Meeting on Proposed Farmland Annexation and Airport Expansion
Brantford Golf and Country Club | Tuesday, August 4 | 6:30 p.m. |18 Oakley Road
Residents from across Brantford and Brant County are invited to attend a public community meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 4, at 6:30 p.m. at the Brantford Golf and Country Club to learn more about the proposed farmland annexation and airport expansion and to participate in an evening of information sharing and community discussion.
The meeting will bring together residents and community leaders to discuss the proposed boundary adjustment between the City of Brantford and the County of Brant and its potential impacts on agriculture, the environment, governance processes, and municipal finances. Hosted by concerned residents of Brantford and Brant County, the meeting builds on the strong community participation at the July 22 gathering and provides an opportunity for residents to learn more, ask questions, and prepare for the upcoming City of Brantford Statutory Public Meeting on August 10 and the County of Brant Statutory Public Meeting on August 12, where the proposed annexation will be voted on.
Following the presentations, all speakers will participate in a moderated panel discussion and question-and-answer session. Community members will have the opportunity to ask questions, share their perspectives, and engage in respectful dialogue. Questions raised during the meeting will be documented and forwarded to members of Brantford City Council and Brant County Council.
Organizers have extended invitations to the Mayors and members of both Brantford City Council and Brant County Council and welcome their participation as members of the community conversation.
As municipal elections approach, organizers emphasize that although all electoral candidates are welcome to attend, this is not a candidate forum or campaign event. The meeting is intended to provide a respectful, non-partisan space for community members to gather, exchange information, and discuss an issue of significant local importance.
The meeting is open to all interested residents. Admission is free, and everyone is welcome.
Event Details
Community Meeting: Proposed Farmland Annexation and Airport Expansion
Date: Tuesday, August 4 ,2026
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Location: Brantford Golf and Country Club, 18 Oakly Rd.,
Have a guess at the identity of this flower.

07/24/2026

We need a farmer like me on council.

Farming has given me a front-row seat to some incredible views over the years. Every now and then, you’re reminded to stop for a moment and appreciate the beauty of Ward 4. This photo captures one of those moments.

As a sixth-generation farmer who has spent my entire life living and farming on the same family farm, I understand the importance of protecting farmland, investing in rural infrastructure, and making practical, common-sense decisions that support our rural communities.

Agriculture isn’t just part of Brant County’s economy, it’s part of who we are. It’s a way of life worth protecting, and it’s the perspective I bring to Brant County Council every day and hope to continue to bring with your support.

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101 Robinson Road , RR 4
Brantford, ON
N3T5L7

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+15197523980

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