Harvesting
Innovation

“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.”

Kris Dinel - Director of Agri-Business

  • Connect

    • Incubation
    • Acceleration
    • Demonstration
    • Tenant / Landlord

  • Lead

    • Symposiums
    • Conferences
    • Science / Innovation

  • Community

    • Bring people and food together

  • Educate

    • Partnering with educational institutions / industry organizations
    • Develop talent pool

  • Incubator

    Looking for a space to start off your food business?

    You’re in scale up mode, but not ready for a full-time lease and want a top-of-the-line space to produce and grow in?

    The Grove’s Incubator is the place for you!

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Featured
New Agricultural Robotics Centre
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Western Fair Association Receives Funding to Support the Adoption of New Technology for Ontario Producers
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Hugh Mitchell - Western Fair 4H Endowment Scholarship
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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 …

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Agriculture Purpose Statement

The Western Fair District will be a leader of Canadian Agriculture Societies, supporting the Agriculture Community with programming and facilities that help meet the business needs of this sector while at the same time providing innovative educational experiences for today’s consumer.