Take action to help protect Ontario’s farmland

Ontario’s farmland isn’t just part of the landscape — it’s the foundation of our food system, our communities, and a $50.6 billion agri-food sector.

But with increasing development pressures, this land is at risk.

Now more than ever, we need responsible land use planning that balances development with farmland preservation.

Here’s how you can help ensure our farmland is protected for food production — today and for future generations.

Add your voice: Sign the petition

We’re thrilled to have more than 74,000 Ontarians already signed on in support of preserving farmland — and there’s still time to join them! If you missed the petition earlier, you can still add your name at:
homegrownofa.ca/take-action

Speak up: Connect with your elected officials

Your voice matters at every level of government. Take the time to bring your concerns and ideas to local decision-makers.

• Talk to your MPP: Call, email, or meet them at a local summer event. Share why protecting farmland matters to you — and how agriculture can be part of Ontario’s solutions for housing, growth, and jobs.
  
• Reach out to your municipal councillors: While some land use policies are set provincially, many key decisions are made locally. Make sure your concerns are heard close to home.

With strategies like in-fill development and higher-density housing, Ontario can grow responsibly while keeping prime farmland for agricultural uses.

Make it public: Share your perspective

Letters to the editor and comments on news stories help shape public dialogue. Highlight why preserving farmland matters and how Ontario can grow sustainably without losing our ability to grow our own food.

We can do this by:

• Promoting housing and economic development within urban boundaries
• Making better use of existing infrastructure
• Using a food production perspective in decision-making