Farm Stewardship & Conservation

Agriculture and the environment are inextricably linked. Farms in North Perth are at the forefront in adopting sustainable practices, producing more food & commodities with fewer resources. Farmers are stewards of the land; balancing a healthy agricultural system & natural environment will ensure the community’s prosperity for generations to come. 

Perth County Stewardship Program

• Support for projects that improve the local environment
• Forest & woodlot health assessments, tree planting planning & funding, and fragile land reclamation
• Different funding streams available for private landowners, community organizations and municipalities

Maitland Valley Conservation Authority

• Jointly owned by municipalities within the Maitland River watershed including North Perth
• Responsible for regulation of activities in hazardous areas to prevent loss of life and reduce property damage due to flooding and erosion, including regulating building and construction projects.
• Assists North Perth with flood and erosion emergency preparedness and provides flood forecasting services
• Management of 28 Conservation Areas in Huron and Perth Counties

Environmental Farm Plans - OSCIA

• Led by Ontario Soil & Crop Improvement Association
• Voluntary Assessment prepared by farms to increase safety & environmental awareness
• Highlights available Cost-Share programs to help implement improvements
• Many cost-share programs available request a current environmental farm plan
• OSCIA Program Coordinators help you connect with resources you need to implement your plan over time at your own pace
• Local Workshops available throughout the year

Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association

• Not-for-profit organization delivering educational workshops, research, and incentive programs to the farm community.
• Peer-led local chapters to collaborate, improve and grow together
• Knowledge Transfer & Learning Events & Opportunities

Farming and The Environment- Farm & Food Care Ontario

• Farm & Food Care’s environmental projects bring together farmers, government, commodity groups and academia to grow more food with fewer resources.
• Responsible Manure Application
• Sustainable, Long-Term Rental Agreements
• Water & Soil Health Resources

Maple Leaves Forever

• Not for Profit Organization supporting the planting of rows of native maple trees along roadsides, lanes, and property boundaries
• 25% rebate for eligible projects up to 50 trees available to be purchased from local nurseries