Lambton Chatham-Kent Farms For Sale

Lambton County is Ontario’s second-largest producer of sugar beets and wheat. It also produces a significant quantity of soybeans, livestock, and poultry. Additionally, greenhouses produce peppers, cucumbers, flowers, and vegetables in the region. 2,091 farms grow mainly field crops, beef cattle, and hog farms. With 591,591 acres of farmland, 80% of the land use in the region is dedicated to agriculture and generates over $582 million in sales. Additionally, farming in the region is responsible for employing nearly 2,000 employees. With 40% of farms generating more than $100,000 in revenue annually, the region is economically prosperous. 

The Chatham-Kent region has achieved great economic growth, becoming a $3 billion sector with a long-standing history of agriculture and farming. This region has become the number one producer of tomatoes, seed corn, pumpkins, carrots, cucumbers, brussels sprouts, sugar beets, green peas, and quail. Additionally, the largest commercial freshwater fishing port in the world is located in Wheatley. With 16,000 jobs annually and 90% of the region being used as farmland, this area has ample opportunities. There’s also great support for the industry from the University of Guelph Ridgetown Campus that conducts agricultural research to improve the sector for both local and provincial farmers with cutting-edge research and learning.

Brooke, Dawn, Enniskillen, Euphemia, Sombra, and Warwick, including the town of Forest, Walpole Island, St. Ann Island and the other islands at the mouth of the St. Clair River; and Gore of Chatham, Gore of Camden, Camden and Zone.

The Lambton Federation of Agriculture supports future farmers in the Lambton area, from Jr. Farmers and 4-H to awarding scholarships to students pursuing an education in agriculture. With 80 years of supporting the region and representing the needs of farmers to the Ontario Federation of Agriculture, they continue to focus on their motto, “farmers working for farmers.” They strive to keep farmers informed through the Lambton Ag Link, their monthly newsletter, and connecting consumers to farmers through the Locally Lambton Food & Fun Map, showcasing amazing local gems in the area.  

The Kent Federation of Agriculture has worked with farmers and on local projects to improve rural life in the Chatham-Kent area by awarding scholarships and connecting with young farmers. Additionally, they’ve worked with the University of Guelph Ridgetown Campus to create and promote the Buy Local! Buy Fresh! Interactive map, highlighting local producers throughout the region.

The ALUS Chatham-Kent is the 23rd ALUS community in Canada. It develops and supports programs and projects best suited to the local needs of landowners, focusing on wetland, woodland, and grassland preservation.  

Several conservation authorities throughout both regions work to maintain, preserve, and protect the natural resources, ecosystems, and wildlife available to the area. Additionally, some organizations offer grants to work with landowners to better steward the region through clean water diversions, cover crops, and erosion control structures. Some of these organizations working in the area include the St. Clair Region Conservation Authority, the Ausable-Bayfield Conservation Authority, and the Lower Thames Conservation Authority.