Hereward Farms to host Breakfast & Blooms for Fergus Agricultural Society

Families can tour lavender and sunflower fields, join hands-on farm activities and buy breakfast boxes at Hereward Farms on July 18, with proceeds supporting the Fergus Agricultural Society. The event blends agricultural education, rural tourism and community fundraising at a 250-acre Ontario farm. Why it matters: - Breakfast & Blooms ties a family outing to local agricultural education and community fundraising. - Proceeds support the Fergus Agricultural Society’s work to celebrate agricultural heritage, educate future generations and strengthen rural communities. - The event also gives visitors a direct look at modern farming and rural life in East Garafraxa, Ontario. What happened: - Hereward Farms will host Breakfast & Blooms on Saturday, July 18, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. - The event takes place at Hereward Farms in East Garafraxa, Ontario. - The Fergus Agricultural Society is the beneficiary and partner on the event. - Tickets and more information are available through the event page . The details: - Guests will receive a breakfast box prepared by the Optimist Club of Guelph. - Coffee, tea and lemonade will be available during the farm visit. - Visitors can walk through lavender, sunflower and grain fields. - The event includes educational agricultural stations. - Planned activities include lavender bouquet making, sensory play, rock painting and other family-friendly crafts. - Photo opportunities will be available throughout the farm. - Hereward Farms is a 250-acre family farm with more than 8,000 lavender plants and 400,000 sunflowers. - Hereward Farms offers farm-grown, farm-made products and year-round visitor experiences through its Lavender Lounge + Boutique, events, workshops and agricultural tourism programs. - The Fergus Agricultural Society focuses on promoting agriculture, education and community engagement through events and programs that support rural life. Between the lines: - The event is designed to make agriculture feel approachable for families, not just educational for farmers. - The mix of breakfast, flowers and hands-on activities turns a working farm into an experience that can attract both local residents and visitors. - Partnering with a community organization broadens the event’s appeal while reinforcing the farm’s role in regional agriculture tourism. What’s next: - Families can reserve tickets ahead of the July 18 event. - The Fergus Agricultural Society will use proceeds to support ongoing programs tied to agricultural heritage and community education. - Hereward Farms will continue to host seasonal and educational experiences for visitors year-round.