Peterborough County
Agricultural Wall of Fame
Applications and Inductee Gallery
An outstanding individual or group who has excelled in the Agriculture / Agri-food Industry in Peterborough County
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To recognize those who have made an outstanding contribution to the agricultural industry
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Francis Crowley, of Norwood began dairy farming in 1977 on the family farm under the Taraley prefix. As sole owner-operator he developed many superior type Holsteins, some achieving All-Canadian and All-American recognition. His passion for judging dairy cattle inspired him
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Photos taken at 2015 Ag Wall of Fame Induction Ceremony, Lang Pioneer Village
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G. ARTHUR BRETHEN (1877-1968) G. A. Brethen was an outstanding example of a rural leader who took an active leadership role in many groups and organizations. As a prominent farmer and former Member of Parliament his views carried a lot
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JAMES A. GIFFORD 1903-1994 James Gifford served his county and beyond, as a leader of farm, community and political organizations. As chairman of the agricultural committee of Peterborough County Council in 1939 he spearheaded the formation of the first
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JAMES RONALD WARNER 1926- While Ron Warner and his wife Mary (Lacey) and their family of four were developing an outstanding herd of Holsteins, Ron was also serving his community in many ways. The Ronbeth herd has been recognized
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PATRICK JOSEPH SULLIVAN 1912-1984 Joe Sullivan carried on the family farming tradition originating in County Cork, Ireland in the 1800s. Part of his farm is an 1840s Crown Land Grant, which son Michael continues farming today. Joe and Frances
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DAVID FIFE 1805-1877 David Fife was truly a pioneer, arriving in Canada in 1820 with his family. By 1840, so concerned was he about declining wheat yields that he went to Scotland seeking a rust-resistant variety. Two years later
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Sponsor ~ Lang Pioneer Village is the home of the Peterborough County Agricultural Wall of Fame. Be sure to visit Lang Pioneer Village soon. For the 50th Anniversary of Lang Pioneer Village, a new building will be erected. It is expected to be
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