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06/04/2026

🌱🎃 Squash Planting Day at Wide Open Farms! 🎃🌱

Today is squash planting day, and we’re excited to get another crop in the ground! From butternut and acorn to spaghetti and kabocha squash, we’re planting the future of some of Canada’s most nutritious vegetables.

Did you know squash is packed with health benefits?

✅ High in Vitamin A for healthy eyes, skin, and immune function.

✅ Loaded with fiber, which supports digestion and helps keep you feeling full longer.

✅ Rich in antioxidants like beta-carotene that help protect your body from cell damage.

✅ Contains important nutrients such as potassium, magnesium, and Vitamin C that support heart health and overall wellness.

✅ Naturally low in calories while being nutrient-dense, making it a great addition to healthy meals.

At Wide Open Farms, every seed we plant today is another step toward bringing fresh, locally grown produce to your family’s table.

🚜 Here’s to sunshine, growing crops, and a fantastic 2026 season!

🌱🎃🚜

06/01/2026

It’s okra planting day !

🌱 Did you know? Okra is one of the rarest commercial vegetable crops grown in Canada. A decade ago there were only about a dozen growers in Ontario, and nationwide fewer than 50 acres were being grown.

We’re proud to be one of the largest farms helping bring fresh, locally grown Canadian okra to your table! 🇨🇦🌱 🚜

08/06/2025

Wide Open Farms is in full swing! 🍉 This morning alone, we’ve picked over 20 boxes of fresh, juicy watermelon every hour – and we’ve still got a whole day ahead of us!

📍 Local? Stop by Two Peas in a Pod at 1438 Windham Road 10 and grab yours for just $4 each.

🛒 Shopping at Costco or Loblaws? Keep an eye out for our Wide Open Farms watermelons.
📸 If you spot them, snap a pic and tag us – we’d love to see them in your cart!

06/23/2025

🌱 PEAS ARE READY! 🫛
There’s nothing like the sweet, crisp taste of freshly picked peas—and ours are finally ready at Wide Open Farms! Grown right here in Norfolk County, our peas are hand-harvested at peak ripeness to bring you the best flavor and nutrition.

✅ Fresh
✅ Local
✅ Delicious

📍 Windham Centre
📞 519-420-9943
📧 [email protected]

05/31/2025

Meet Emmanuel – The Heart Behind Our Harvest! 🌱

At Wide Open Farms, we believe our success starts with the dedication and care of our team—and today, we’re shining a light on one of our most valued members: Emmanuel.

Smart, dependable, and deeply committed to the land, Emmanuel takes care of all of our watering , fertilizing and keeps a close eye on our crops each day. His attention to detail ensures everything—from our juicy watermelons to our thriving okra—is growing strong and healthy.

We’re so lucky to have Emmanuel as part of the Wide Open Farms family. Thank you for all you do!

💧👏

05/20/2025

Protecting Our Crops at Wide Open Farms

At Wide Open Farms, nestled in the heart of Norfolk County, we are proud to grow a wide range of fresh, local produce including pumpkins, watermelon, okra, squash, peas, ginseng, echinacea, and more. As stewards of the land, we work hard to nurture each plant from seed to harvest, ensuring our community has access to the best nature has to offer.

However, farming comes with its challenges—especially when it comes to unpredictable weather. With the recent cold snap in our region, we are taking important steps to protect our crops. Temperatures are expected to drop tomorrow evening, which puts our recently planted watermelon at risk of frost damage. Watermelons, being warm-weather crops, are particularly sensitive to the cold.

To safeguard them, we’ve had to take immediate action by covering the plants with frost blankets. These specialized covers help retain heat from the soil and provide a barrier against the chilling air. While it’s extra work and comes with added cost, protecting our plants at this critical stage is essential to ensuring a strong, healthy crop later in the season.

Farming is a constant dance with the elements, but our commitment remains the same: to grow fresh, sustainable food for our community with care, resilience, and respect for the land.

Thank you for supporting local agriculture—your support means everything to us.

05/17/2025

Plant to field - to your home - all with love

Sweet, Juicy & Good for You – Let’s Talk Watermelon!
At Wide Open Farms, watermelon season is one of our favorites—and not just because they’re delicious! This summer staple is packed with health benefits and takes a whole lot of love (and sunshine!) to grow.

Health Benefits of Watermelon:
• Hydrating Powerhouse – Made of over 90% water, it’s perfect for hot days.
• Rich in Vitamins – A great source of vitamins A, B6, and C to boost your immune system.
• Heart-Healthy – Contains antioxidants like lycopene and citrulline, which support heart health.
• Low in Calories – Naturally sweet without the guilt!

What It Takes to Grow Watermelon:
Growing a good watermelon takes warm soil, patience, and precision. We plant when the soil hits the right temperature (around 70°F), give each plant room to sprawl, and keep them well-fed and watered. From pollination to picking, it’s a hands-on process that takes around 80 to 100 days—and a whole lot of care.

When you crack into a Wide Open Farms watermelon, you’re tasting the results of months of hard work, sunshine, and some good ol’ Norfolk County soil.

Stay tuned for harvest updates—and grab one fresh off the vine this season!

05/15/2025

Wide Open Farms – Rooted in Norfolk County

Welcome to Wide Open Farms, your local source for fresh, homegrown goodness in the heart of Norfolk County. We proudly grow a wide range of produce, including pumpkins, watermelons, okra, kobacha squash, peas, butternut squash, and more. Our fields also flourish with specialty herbs and plants like ginseng, echinacea, and skullcap—nurtured with care and harvested with pride.

At Wide Open Farms, we’re committed to quality, sustainability, and serving our community with farm-fresh vegetables and herbs straight from our soil to your table. Whether you’re looking for seasonal favorites or unique botanicals, you’ll find it all here—wide open and full of life.

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Simcoe, ON
N0E2A0

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+15194209943

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