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Durham Region provides a wealth of opportunities for farming enterprises. Ontario Wholesale Farm Direct is ideally situated to supply you with all your farm supplies and equipment quickly and efficiently. We’ve got what southern Ontario farmers need to keep their operations running smoothly, from cattle handling equipment to poultry supplies to greenhouses and pens. Contact us today with your order or to discuss your farm supply needs.

When you're outfitting your agricultural operation, you need to trust you're getting top-quality goods that work in your southern Ontario climate. At Ontario Wholesale Farm Direct, we select our inventory with your needs in mind, choosing goods directly from the manufacturers for optimal durability and reliability. There's no farm in the Mississauga area too big or too small for our experienced team. Contact us today and tell us what you need.

How can you be sure you’re making the best investment in reliable, durable farm supplies and equipment? When you don’t want to lose valuable time shopping around, make Ontario Wholesale Farm Direct your neighbourhood supplier for all your farming needs. We choose products with your region in mind, so you know they’re suited to southern Ontario’s weather conditions. Contact us with your order and request delivery directly to your Hamilton-area farm.

Raising chickens in suburban and urban areas has become increasingly popular in recent years. Along with the requisite coop, run, feeder and water dispenser, you should also invest in a chicken crate. Crates can be used to transport your birds or isolate sick or hen-pecked poultry. Here are a few tips for choosing the right crate for your needs.

Although straw is the go-to bedding choice for many farmers, it’s important to have other options in mind if this material becomes difficult to source or drastically increases in price. Moreover, recent research suggests that excessive amounts of straw dust can be detrimental to animal health. Here are four alternative bedding options to consider for your livestock.

As a farmer, you’re probably well-aware of the amount of work that goes into preparing for the winter months. Among other things, you have to be sure that your fences are in prime condition and effectively winterized before the first big snow hits.

Ensuring that your horses have access to shelter is essential to their well-being. They need refuge from the sun, flies, wind and rain in order to feel their best. A good shelter should be well-ventilated and be easy to adapt to your changing needs.

Farmers often use fencing to protect their crops and contain their livestock. Wire fencing in particular is a popular choice in the agricultural industry because it’s affordable, customizable and easy to install.

The cost of feed is one of the greatest expenses associated with raising livestock. Unfortunately, a lot of it goes to waste due to poor storage methods and improper feeding practices.

If you keep livestock on your farm, proper fencing is a must. Some animals, however, are easier to fence in than others. Here’s an overview of the best types of fencing for a variety of common livestock.

Are you new to hobby farming? Do you want to expand your operation by adding another type of livestock? If so, here are five animals you may want to consider.