Guelph Farmers Market

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First let's stop at the booth of my friend Paul Shepherd, proprietor of Grand Moraine Growers. Paul (left) and his partner, Jim Dougan (not shown), have established a home and farm on a few acres of gorgeous old meadow near Arthur, Ontario. His stock consists almost exclusively of native plants and wildflowers. Paul prefers supplying wholesale, but has been a permanent fixture at the market since I met him there about four years ago.



I must email Paul and find out the name of his able-bodied assistant.

But looking around, I notice many other interesting people. It looks like I'm competing with ruralrob's man of the week contest, but honestly guys, I could never compete with that. Maybe Bob and I should go into business as travel agents promoting Beautiful Ontario.

Here's Kevin:



Next another familiar face at the market, a friendly fruit farmer:



There are five more images to follow, all 600 x 400, but you have to do the you-know-what.



Redheads are on top today, and so are carrots. Need anything else carried?




I know why she's all smiley and chatty!




Nice farmer's tan.




Nice tan.




Special bonus pic.