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Are you thinking of starting pasture raised poultry? Join Eric as he takes us through both the set up and day to day activities of pasture raised chickens as well as the business side of marketing and distribution. A recording of this webinar will be available.
Speaker: Eric Blondin, Three Forks Farm, Gore Bay
Eric Blondin and Peggy Baillie are the co-owners of Three Forks Farms, a certified organic farm on Manitoulin Island, Ontario. Since 2015, they have focused on growing organic vegetables, raising pasture-fed poultry, and developing regionally adapted seeds suited to Northern Ontario’s climate. Their farm operates with a strong commitment to environmental sustainability, community food security, and financial viability.With over a decade of experience in local food systems, Eric and Peggy have built a farm that extends the growing season using polytunnels and innovative crop planning. They sell their produce through on-farm sales, farmers’ markets, a CSA program, and wholesale partnerships with retailers and restaurants. Passionate about seed saving and regenerative agriculture, they continue to support local growers by providing high-quality seeds and knowledge to strengthen food resilience in the North.