J.Grimson Farms

06/18/2026

Well folks the world lost a good one today. It is with deep sorrow that I let you know after a year long battle with cancer the passing of my dad Terry Grimson. He fought it the whole way and never ever complained even once. He told me when I was young that I needed to learn how to fix things and know about things because one day he wouldn't be here. Well that day has come. Thank you for everything that you have taught me and everything you have done for me. Your work down here is done. Rest easy dad. I'm going to miss you.

05/26/2026

In the fields tonight running the Farmall finger weeder through the potato crop. They are starting to come up and are looking good. I haven't posted much lately but all crops have been pretty much planted and with the rain and warm weather things are coming up like onions and soybeans. Also the cucumbers, peas, squash and green /yellow beans are up (not pictured) so far so good! 🌱

05/16/2026

It was sun up until sun down today planting soybeans. I was able to get all fields finished. It was a long day filled with dust, diesel, and a lot of hours in the tractor, but happy to see it all done. Thankful for such a good day to get the crop in the ground. 🌱🚜

04/28/2026

Back in the field tonight until after dark. Working on planting the Huckleberry Gold potatoes. Those are our diabetic potatoes. Was able to get the Kennebecs finished on Saturday. Now going to be on hold for a bit as it looks like some very cool and wet weather will rule for the next 10 days or so. 🥔

04/24/2026

The Kennebec seed is all cut and I'm in the field this afternoon starting to plant. This year things are a little bit different. When I don't have help to operate the planter I have installed a camera system to be able to see bin levels and the picker area to make sure everything is working correctly. This is the first year since I started doing potatoes that my dad has not been back there to help. As some of you may know dad has been in the hospital battling since mid December. Please keep him in your prayers that he may be able to come home sometime soon . 🥔🌱🙏

04/17/2026

Road trip down to Picton this morning to pick up a load of seed potato. Due to the extreme drought last year there was not many potatoes to save for seed. Thanks to County Farm Centre for getting them in for me! Hoping to start planting by next weekend.🥔

04/11/2026

And so begins the 2026 season. Starting to get the tater ground broke today. You just can't beat the smell of freshly turned dirt in the spring! 🚜🌱

02/10/2026

Happy . From farmers and ranchers to researchers, processors, and everyone in between. Canadian agriculture works year round to put safe, high quality food on our tables and support communities across the country. Thank you to the people who rise early, work in all kinds of weather, and care deeply for the land, animals and future generations. Our work matters more than ever. Here's to innovation, sustainability, and the incredible people behind Canadian food! 👨‍🌾🚜

02/02/2026

I hope those critters in the east are right!

⛳ Manitoba Merv Bucks the Trend ❄️

The predictions are continuing to be made; the latest of which comes from Manitoba Merv. He did in fact see his shadow and is therefore forecasting 6 more weeks of winter.

Current Results:
❄️ Winter Stays: Manitoba Merv
🌸 Early Spring: Shubenacadie Sam, Lucy the Lobster, Fred la Marmotte, Wiarton Willie

That makes it four predictions for early spring and one for 6 more weeks of winter, but there is still one last major forecaster yet to chime in!

Still to come:

- Balzac Billy in Balzac, Alberta at 8 AM MT

What do you think; will Merv be the odd one out or will Billy also predict an extended winter?

- Alannah

01/07/2026

Some vegetable seed is starting to roll in today! Even though winter still has its quiet hold on us, the next growing season is already on the horizon. Beneath the snow, the soil is resting, gathering strength for what’s to come.

As the days slowly lengthen, we look ahead with optimism and excitement. Soon there will be fresh starts, new growth, and the rewarding work of nurturing life from the ground up. Until then, we embrace the pause and watch for the signs, knowing that every strong season begins with patience.

Here’s to a healthy, abundant growing season ahead, spring will be here before we know it. 🌱