About Us

What does Am Braigh Mean?

Am Braigh is a Gaelic phrase meaning higher ground or upland. The phrase is an apt one given our geographic location in the headwaters of the Dufferin County. A spring emanating from the farm is one of the sources of the Nottawasaga River. As well, spiritually we strive to create a higher ground to nourish ourselves and our community.

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Mission Statement

Our mission is to create opportunities for all members of our community to be able to learn and to live abundantly.

Value Statements

We believe:

  • The self sufficiency of being able to grow your own food is transformative for individuals and the community
  • Communities that are food secure develop a resilience that strengthens and nourishes community bonds
  • It is our environmental responsibility to grow food that is nutritious using sustainable practices
  • That by teaching the skills to grow one’s food helps to create a long-term solution to food insecurity
  • We honour the diversity of all people. All are welcome.

Specializing in Year-Round Vegetable Production

Over the course of the year, it is possible to produce over 30 different types of vegetables, using a variety of season extension techniques it is possible to extend the growing season so that vegetables are available year-round. In January it is not uncommon to have up to 15 different types of vegetables available. Check out our courses on growing extra early crops as well as late season crops:

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Food Security

Growing and buying local food increases our food security. We are not so dependent on bringing our food in from thousands of kilometres away so we are more immune to climate, environmental, political and economic events that can disrupt our modern food system.

Here at Am Braigh we have several programs that address food security issues VIEW PROGRAMS. If you would like to volunteer PLEASE CONTACT US