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Starting a Farm in Ontario

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Starting a Farm in Ontario

Time: February 27, 2020 from 6:30pm to 9:30pm
Location: Grey Ag Services, Lower level of Grey Gables, rear entrance
Street: 206 Toronto Street South, Unit 3
City/Town: Markdale
Website or Map: http://www.greyagservices.ca
Phone: 5199863756
Event Type: agricultural, education, course
Organized By: Grey Agricultutural Services
Latest Activity: Jan 23, 2020

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Facilitated by Mark Ferguson (OMAFRA)

Preregistration required, $15 at the door

Call or email info@greyagservices.ca

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