Frontenac, Lennox & Addington Farms For Sale

The Frontenac, Lennox & Addington regions have a strong history of dairy farming, and growing crop to support their livestock, with cheese factories previously located near Odessa, Denbigh, and Vennachar. There was a transition from cheese to butter, which caused a loss of sales from overseas markets. Presently, there are 537 farms in the Lennox & Addington region, with predominantly beef cattle and dairy farming. Additionally, with new legislation, there are presently 3 cannabis growing facilities located in the Greater Napanee area. The majority of the farms within the region are still operated as a family business or sole proprietorship. 

With 538 farms in the Frontenac region, there have been steady growth opportunities with young farmers taking on new ventures focusing on organic and sustainable operations, as well as traditional farming options. Located in a temperate region with a favourable climate, this area bodes well for dairy and livestock production, with continued new markets thanks to newly established processing facilities as well as demand for poultry, as the region is looking to add a poultry abattoir. Additional new markets include goat dairy production, as well as crop and blueberry production. Agriculture continues to be a steadily increasing industry with regard to economic growth.

The Lennox & Addington Federation of Agriculture represents local farmers throughout the Lennox & Addington region, presenting local concerns and opinions to the Ontario Federation of Agriculture in efforts to build, strengthen, and improve the agricultural industry on a local and provincial level. Similarly, the Frontenac Federation of Agriculture supports the same initiatives for Frontenac County, while also awarding bursaries for students pursuing post-secondary education in the agri-food sector.

There are several conservation areas throughout the Frontenac, Lennox & Addington region, including Bon Echo Provincial Park that spans 6,644 hectares, and Cataraqui Conservation, which manages various individual conservation areas spanning an area of 4,725 hectares. These areas and organizations take priority in preserving watersheds and natural habitats to provide a home to a large variety of species. 

With regard to agricultural sustainability, the Food Policy Council for Kingston, Frontenac, Lennox & Addington have established a food charter on a mission to create more sustainable and accessible food systems for residents throughout the region. This includes improving education through public awareness and school programs, initiatives to preserve and protect farmland and access to watersheds, and promoting healthy living and environment awareness by highlighting local food producers to satisfy the needs of residents. In shifting to purchasing food locally, over time, residents mitigate the environmental impact of transporting goods from outside of the region, while also supporting economic growth within the region. The City of Kingston is a partner in the food charter, as well as taking action to protect agricultural resources and promote sustainable farming throughout the area.