What's Growing in Campton's Cider Orchards?

Newly established near Gananoque, Ontario, Campton's Cider Orchards is a new (old) farm growing apples and pears for the expanding craft cider sector in Ontario. In 2019, a nursery field was planted, with bare-root apple and pear trees (one-year "whips") available for transplanting starting in 2021. Catering to retail customers seeking uncommon varieties on vigorous roots, see the catalog pages for available varieties of cider apples and perry pears. For long-term planting plans, pre-order varieties for planting in 2022 onwards.

The trees are being grown with a focus on sustainability and holistic orchard management, which means that a pasture-raised flock of sheep is integral to managing the grass around the trees. Purebred North Country Cheviots form the core of the flock, with an emphasis on hardy sheep who thrive on pasture. Purebred and crossbred breeding stock will be available yearly, although arrangements can be made at any time for those looking for quality breeding stock.

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