Category Archives: Lavender

Specialty Crop Summer Student Positions Available in Simcoe

Posted on January 15, 2026 by Sean Westerveld

APPLY BY: February 10, 2026 11:59 pm EST The Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness (OMAFA) – Agriculture Development Branch in Simcoe (Norfolk County), Ontario is seeking highly motivated, enthusiastic and energetic team players. These positions will provide an excellent … Continue reading →

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Lavender Farm Tour and Educational Event Sept. 27

Posted on September 12, 2025 by Sean Westerveld

The Ontario Lavender Association is holding an in-person education and networking event at Woodland North Lavender Farm in Madoc on Saturday, September 27th from 9am-4pm. This event is being offered to non-members of OLA at $30 per person (no cost … Continue reading →

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Lavender Crop Update – Late Summer Tasks, August 27, 2025

Posted on August 29, 2025 by Sean Westerveld

Irrigation Much of the summer has been hot and dry, a climate that lavender is used to. However, lavender in Ontario may have struggled with moisture stress because root systems are not as extensive as they are in the plant’s … Continue reading →

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Lavender Crop Update – Bloom and Post-Bloom Considerations – July 18, 2025

Posted on July 18, 2025 by Sean Westerveld

Lavender is in full bloom across the province, and agritourism activities are in full swing. Angustifolia cultivars are nearing the end of bloom in the south, while lavandins are in the early bloom stage. This can cause lavender growers to … Continue reading →

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Lavender Crop Update – Bloom is Here – June 20, 2025

Posted on June 20, 2025 by Sean Westerveld

The very first flowers of a few angustifolia cultivars are open in Simcoe (Norfolk County). This is a few days later than the average, probably delayed by the long stretch of cold and cloudy weather at the end of May. … Continue reading →

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Climate Change in Southern Ontario – Potential Impacts for Specialty Crops

Posted on June 20, 2025 by Sean Westerveld

When most people think about climate change, an image of excessive heat and drought comes to mind. In Canada, we may also think about warmer winters and reduced snowfall (this winter excluded). There is also the impression that weather conditions … Continue reading →

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