Farms across Newfoundland & Labrador opened their doors for NL Open Farm Day, an annual province-wide initiative to highlight the importance and raise awareness of the agriculture industry.
For farmers, this event is an opportunity to share their passion for agriculture and to teach visitors what a day on the farm looks like. For the public, it’s a fun outing for all ages to meet local farmers and experience how a working farm operates.
Crooked Branch Orchard
Virtual Tour
Crooked Branch Orchard opted to participate virtually this year! Check out this farm tour video to learn about their farm operations and where to find some good apples!
Aylward's Farm
Shute Lane, Port Kirwan
Aylward's Farm had a fun day with a hay bale photo booth, a BBQ, sheep, lambs and chickens, and a wool-dyeing demonstration!
Photos from September 24, 2023:
Pollen Nation Farm
32 Bonnell Drive, Little Rapids
Pollen Nation was open for tours and food for purchase from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
We are located in the beautiful Humber Valley in Western Newfoundland. At our small bee farm, we are committed to exceptional quality and we are passionate about fostering connections between people, their food, and the natural environment.
We are proud to be part of the movement that is working to grow the bee population and enhance biodiversity on the island of Newfoundland. The efforts and strides being made will help increase food security and sustainability. By buying honey from a local producer, you are helping support the growth and sustainability of the NL honeybee population.
To learn about Pollen Nation Farm, visit pollennationfarm.ca.
Lester's Farm Chalet
Lester's Petting Farm, 92 Pearltown Rd.
Lester's Petting Farm had horse rides, face painting, animal snuggle stations, sunflower u-pick, wagon rides and over 25 animal exhibits ranging from tiny hedgehogs and bunnies to huge draft horses and cows!
To learn more, visit facebook.com/lestersfarmchalet, instagram.com/lestersfarmchalet or
Photos from September 17, 2023:
O'Brien Farm
150 Oxen Pond Rd., St. John's
At O'Brien Farm, there were activities in the Interpretation Centre and a tour including the farming incubation program with Executive Director, Aaron.
Photos from September 17, 2023:
Harbour Grace Fall Fair
Danny Cleary Harbour Grace Community Centre
Events included the Indoor Community Market, a Blue Ribbon Vegetable Competition and Petting Farm.
Photos from September 16-17, 2023:
Hammond Farm & Headline Holsteins
Little Rapids
There were wagon rides, a BBQ, dairy barn tours and tractors and equipment on display for kids to get in!
Photos from September 16-17, 2023:
Robbins Family Farm
187 Goose Arm Rd., Deer Lake
It was FUN on the FARM at Robbins Family Farm!
The petting farm was open with the cutest baby bunnies to snuggle, fall themed photo op areas, face painting, Corn Boil and Turkey Poop Bingo with a 50/50 prize with all proceeds going to the Deer Lake Food Bank!
Tree House Deer Lake did a Colouring Contest, Lollipop Tree and a veggie dig table for kids.
Photos from September 17, 2023:
Wright's Family Farm
Main Street, Pasadena
Wright's Family Farm's Scarecrow Festival coincided with NL Open Farm Day! They hosted a corn boil and scarecrow viewing & voting from 1-3 p.m.
Photos from September 17, 2023:
Farm & Market Clarenville
1st Annual Rooster Booster Breakfast
Three Mile Ridge, Hillview Farms and Farm & Market Clarenville a hosted a Rooster Booster Breakfast and other events including a veggie u-pick, FMIC farm tour, vendor demonstrations and more!
Photos from September 17, 2023:
Living Water Hydroponics & Fogo Island Beekeeper
Stag Harbour, Fogo Island
At Living Water Hydroponics on Fogo Island, there were snacks, coffee, tea, and other drinks available. It was a chance for people to come and see how a Hydroponic Farm operates and ask any questions they may have.
Don Paul, the Fogo Island Beekeeper, also set up a mock bee hive that people could interact with an see the inner workings, as well as ask questions about the bees and address any concerns people may have.
Aldercroft Farm
Goose Bay, Labrador
Aldercroft Farm provided free tours of the farm with chickens, pigs, cows and turkeys to teach about farming in Labrador!
Funding for NL Open Farm Day 2023 is provided by the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP), a five-year, $3.5-billion agreement between the federal, provincial and territorial governments to strengthen to competitiveness, innovation and resiliency of the agriculture, agri-food and agri-based products sector.
