Tipsy Toad Grove Farm

03/19/2026

I apologize that I will not be at the Wolfville Farmers’ Market this week. 😔

This has been a great winter for us with lots of useable snow. Alas, it has not been a great winter for our infrastructure. Heavy snow has resulted in a lot of damage to enclosures and fences, and now the predators, who are undoubtedly hungry after a long winter, have found our all-you-can-eat buffet.

The animals are on lockdown and I am scrambling to make repairs and new builds so they can be safe again. Unfortunately this takes priority over market prep, so I will have nothing to feed you this week. Hopefully by the end of the week I won’t be feeding any predators, either.

I hope you’ll still head to market and let someone else feed you this week! There are lots of great things to choose from, and I’ll look forward to seeing you next Saturday.

02/23/2026

We were the Best Vegan Option runner up in 2023. Who are your favourites this year? It’s a snowy ole day, so why not pour a cuppa something warm and vote for your Valley faves?

It’s the final countdown!

Today is our March deadline and the last chance to vote for Best of the Bunch. Show your support for the local businesses, people, and services you love.

www.grapevinepublishing.ca/vote

01/02/2026

Happy New Year Burrito fans!

We have some good news and some bad news to share with you.

First the good: We will be back at the Wolfville Farmers' Market tomorrow with our burrito on! The Carnivore features Spanish Chorizo and rice with beans and tomatoes. Our Herbivore is Harissa Chickpeas, Potatoes, Kale and Peppers. The Brekkie? How about some Bacon, Eggs, Beans, Mushrooms, and Potatoes to kick off your morning with some belly-filling warmth?

Ok, now it’s time for the bad news. As you are no doubt aware, everything has gotten way more expensive in the past year. Our booth fees are increasing, some of our ingredients have tripled in price, and we remain committed to ensuring we are paying a fair wage to our helpers. Alas, we have no choice but to raise our prices. As of January 3rd, Burritos and Bowls will cost $14. That still includes any 5 toppings of your choice, plus hot sauce, and the price of extra toppings will remain at 50 cents each.

We hope that our regular Burrito Biters will understand. If you are a regular, don’t forget to remind us that you have a loyalty card when you make your purchase, and if you don’t have a card yet, please ask for one!

We hope to see you soon and wish you all the best in 2026.

01/01/2026

To all our customers and friends, we want to thank you for your support and encouragement in the past year. It was a tough one, and whether you came for a goat hike, bought a burrito, or shared and liked our posts, your support meant the world. We wish you a very happy, healthy and fulfilling year in 2026.

-Sue, Troy, and the Tipsy Toad Team

12/06/2025

✨ Get Un-Scrooged with us ✨

Join us this Saturday, Dec. 6 for your chance to win the ultimate gift basket with local treasures and gift certificates. The basket is filled with over $1100 worth of goodies handpicked by our awesome vendors! 🎁
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Shop the market, support local businesses, AND help give back through our Get Un-Scrooged fundraiser. To enter, purchase a $5 raffle ballot or for more chances to win $20 for 5 ballots. The money raised through this raffle goes directly to support the Wolfville and Area Food Bank & the Nourishing Communities Food Coupon Program!
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Let’s celebrate the true meaning of the holiday season with generosity and community. 💛

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11/12/2025

It snowed last night, and that’s a wake up call for us. Now the push begins to clear out the garden, gather up tools and hoses and supports, batten the proverbial hatches and the real ones, too. The garlic still has to be planted, which feels weird this year because it wasn’t long ago that we managed to finally get this year’s out of the cement-like ground.

Many folks think that winter brings a break for farmers, but the reality is that the work continues. Same, but different. Keeping the water flowing in the barns is often a challenge. Feeding out extra hay to keep the beasts warm. Planning next year’s seed purchases. Kidding. Lambing. Scheduling next season’s goat walks. And for some of us, the markets continue year round.

I do love that first snow, though. It usually comes at a time when the ground is pure muck, the wind has a bite, and nothing feels as gentle as it should. It’s like a layer of calm, if only until the reality sets in.

This snow probably won’t see the end of today, but I’m starting my next list and getting ready to shift into cold season survival mode. Thanks for the warning Ma Nature. I’m on it.

10/03/2025

Wolfville Farmers' Market friends! We apologize that we will not be at market tomorrow. We are on Fogo Island exploring my family heritage and Newfiness. Please go check out all the other fantastic food options tomorrow. We will miss you!

09/26/2025

Have you seen the October issue of The Grapevine? You might recognize some familiar faces on the cover, including us! Read all about experiential tourism opportunities that are being offered throughout the Annapolis Valley via . We’ve still got a few goat walks left this season, so there’s no time like the present to visit Foodartnature.ca and sign up to meet our furry crew. Let’s get goating! .

08/26/2025

This summer 😔.

I was hesitant to put my CSA on hold this year, but I knew that I needed a break from the ever-increasing stress of mitigating the challenges that climate change is throwing at growers. I feel like I copped out, but I am also super glad that I chose this year to do it.

Drought
Blistering Heat
Wildfire
Woods travel bans

Climate anxiety is real.

For all of you who are still filling boxes, loading market tables, and providing food for our communities, thank you. I’m super glad someone is doing it this year, even if it isn’t me.

08/06/2025

We are sorry to announce that due to the woods travel ban announced by the provincial government today we are not able to offer our South Mountain Goat Hikes until the ban is lifted. We understand the need for this action by the government, but we are also saddened to have to suspend our experiences.

You are still able to book goat hikes through our booking agent Fareharbor, however we encourage you to assess the situation through the province’s website and Environment Canada Weather befoe choosing a date. We are sorry for this inconvenience, but we know that preventing fires is at the top of everyone’s mind right now during this very dry season.

07/25/2025

Hoof trim and deworming day for the goats. 18 beasts=72hooves=“Ow my back!”. Someday I’ll learn to do them a few at a time! Next up, donks and horse. But not today.