Have you ever heard the saying “Farmer’s feed cities”? Well, South Dundas has definitely fed a few cities! It is no secret that South Dundas boasts an abundance of agricultural land that is utilized to produce vast amounts of food and plays an important role in the food supply chain.
Begin Building a closer connection to your food by exploring through our many agricultural experiences. Pick your own berries & apples at our selection of orchards and berry patches such as Dentz Orchards & Berry farm, Smyth’s Apple orchards & Barkley’s apple orchard. Take tours through the scenic patches and see cultivation practices, production, and much more! Be sure to try the many in-house goods offered.
Get a first-hand experience seeing how fresh milk transported directly from farms is turned into an assortment of dairy products at South Dundas’s own Upper Canada Creamery. All of the products are made directly on site. Choose from a variety of local products, including yogurt, cheese, curds, frozen yogurt, and ice cream. Seasonal products are also available during specific times of the year. Straight from the farm to your fridge!
Take a stroll through the vineyard and sample some of the finest wine in Ontario right here in South Dundas! Ranging from Rosé’s to Riesling’s Stonecrop Acres Winery and Vineyard has been producing top-quality wines since opening in 2017. Pair your glass with some delicious wood-fired pizzas while taking in the scenery of the beautiful vineyard.
Lastly, grab yourself some handpicked fresh produce from some of South Dundas’s organized produce farms. Rutabaga Ranch and Rijke’s Produce farm offer some of the finest organic products. From farm to fork and grown with love, both farms utilize sustainable and natural methods of agriculture to produce high-quality, nutrient-dense produce.
Ever wondered where your food comes from? Now is the perfect opportunity to reconnect with your food and learn some cultivation and producing techniques along the way. Oh and don’t forget to sample delicious products as well! Take a step outside and see how delicious food grown in South Dundas can be!
