Russet
House Farm
Russet House Farm is owned by
a community of people with a commitment to sustainable living, creation care,
and environmental education. The farm uses wind and solar-voltaic energy
production and raises rare breed Kerry cattle and free-range poultry. On
an intensive one-acre plot the community also grows organic fruits and vegetables.
The large garden is worked almost entirely by hand. The produce feeds the
three households throughout the year and surplus is sold to a food coop in
Toronto or donated to homeless ministries.
The farm also functions as a place of learning. From April to October, Russet
House Farm opens its doors to volunteers who spend the morning working in
the garden in exchange for lunch and an afternoon of wandering the trails
or touring the farm buildings and gardens. In addition, workshops, retreats,
and conferences are held periodically.
Copyright © 2007
Last modified: March, 2010