News & Updates
Stay up to date with what’s happening at The Grove. From announcements and milestones to community highlights, this is where you’ll find the latest updates.
Middlesex County Agricultural Hall of Fame Announces 2024 Inductees
The Middlesex County Agricultural Hall of Fame, founded in 2000, recognizes the history and tradition of agriculture in Middlesex County. The primary objective of the Agricultural Hall of Fame is to recognize those who have demonstrated unselfish achievements within the realm of agriculture and service to the rural community in Middlesex County and beyond. This year marks our twenty-second induction ceremony, and to-date there have been over ninety individuals recognized for their contributions. In 2024 the following nominees have been selected …
FCC and Western Fair District partner to elevate agriculture and food producers
Farm Credit Canada (FCC) is pleased to announce a long-term partnership with Western Fair District to deliver the knowledge, innovation and research Canadian producers can use to complement their own expertise in the advancement of their farming and food businesses.
Middlesex Agriculture Hall of Fame Announces 2023 Inductees
The Middlesex County Agricultural Hall of Fame, founded in 2000, recognizes the history and tradition of agriculture in Middlesex County. The primary objective of the Agricultural Hall of Fame is to recognize those who have demonstrated unselfish achievements within the realm of agriculture and service to the rural community in Middlesex County and beyond. This year marks our twenty-third induction ceremony, and to-date there have been almost eighty individuals recognized for their contributions.
Stirring up Business- London Inc. Magazine features The Grove
The Middlesex County Agricultural Hall of Fame, founded in 2000, recognizes the history and tradition of agriculture in Middlesex County. The primary objective of the Agricultural Hall of Fame is to recognize those who have demonstrated unselfish achievements within the realm of agriculture and service to the rural community in Middlesex County and beyond. This year marks our twenty-third induction ceremony, and to-date there have been almost eighty individuals recognized for their contributions.
Become a paid AgIntern at the Grove
New Opportunity Alert! The Grove at Western Fair District is hiring for a paid Agriculture Internship! Don’t miss your chance to work alongside Agriculture professionals and learn more about local agriculture through the public service sector. Applications are now open for high school and post-secondary students looking to broaden their horizons this summer. Applications close April 12th.
Food Bites featuring The Grove | Rogers tv
Rogers tv’s Food Bites featuring The Grove WFD
London Food Bank Co-Director Glen Pearson speaks with James Smith, manager of the Grove at Western Fair District, about the remarkable innovations around food on-site at Western Fair District.
The Grove featured on 'What's Up London'
Paul Garrett from Kiwanis Club of Forest City-London and The Grove at Western Fair District's Agri-Food Supervisor for Development and Operations Aaron Martin join Jen Slay to talk about all the cool things happening at the Grove, including the wormery where thousands of worms are being grown!
The Grove is the District’s agri-business hub where participants share resources, space, and connections to create the right conditions for innovation, education, and growth.
OUR SUPPORTERS
The partners supporting our Growth
An eco-system of businesses dedicated to helping food entrepreneurs succeed in London and across Ontario.
Government of Canada
Funded through FedDev Ontario, The Grove is part of Canada's commitment to growing agri-food innovation and entrepreneurship across Southwestern Ontario.
FedDev Ontario
Western Fair District is London's leading event, agriculture, and community organisation — and the founding home of The Grove since its inception.
Western Fair District
Host Organization
The London Small Business Centre is a not-for-profit organization that provides training and support to starting and growing businesses
Small Business Centre
Business support
LEDC focuses on growing London’s primary economic sectors – Agri-Food, Advanced Manufacturing, Digital Media and Tech, and Health.
LEDC
Business support
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