Lunch and Learn: Normal Farm Practices and Permitted Uses

Nuisances and Normal Farm Practices:

Getting Along with the Neighbours

Normal farm practices:

• Are consistent with proper and accepted customs and standards as established and followed by similar agricultural operations under similar circumstances.
• Include the use of innovative technology used with advanced management practices

Best Management Practices:

• Ontario Soil and Crop Association InfoSheet #12

Uses Permitted in Prime Agricultural Areas:

• an overview of provincial policies and guidance on permitted uses in prime agricultural areas, to inform those new to the topic or to provide a refresher.
• an opportunity to hear about municipal best practices from municipalities.
• information on tools that will make it easier to support diversified uses in municipalities.

Balancing Growth and Compatibility: