Kyle Sowden

Farming in Norfolk county, Dad of 2 boys, Maizex seed dealer

[Bella Francisco @bellafrancisco_]

This is Norfolk County.

At the heart of Ontario’s Garden, Norfolk County is home to one of the most diverse and productive agricultural regions in the country. From row crops to horticulture, tobacco to greenhouse production, floriculture to viticulture, livestock to forestry, the work happening here is as varied as it is vital.

Yet behind every acre is a network of dedicated individuals whose collective efforts often go unseen—but are crucial. From farmers—both generational and new—to agronomists, applicators, ag retailers, product suppliers, yard workers, and truck drivers, each person plays a crucial role in keeping the system moving. Equally essential are the thousands of offshore workers who leave their home countries each year to contribute their labour and expertise to Norfolk’s agricultural bounty. Their contributions are invaluable and deserve recognition.

This project captures the rhythm of Norfolk agriculture from above—moments across the 2025 growing season that reflect the scale, pace, and beauty of production in our region. It’s a visual tribute to the people and processes that keep our rural economy thriving.

So don’t only thank a farmer. Support Norfolk County agriculture through:
• Buying local and in-season whenever possible.
• Slowing down and sharing the road with farm equipment.
• Supporting local AG retailers. (Clark’s, Fs Partners, Scotland Agromart, Sylvite, Underhills)
• Having meaningful conversations with offshore workers when you see them in town.
• Taking time to learn about the full spectrum of crops and commodities grown right here in your community.

Agriculture is more than an industry in Norfolk—it’s a way of life, deeply rooted in land, labour, and legacy. Let’s do our part to honour and support those who make it all possible.

A huge shoutout to the following operations who allowed me to share a glimpse of their story in keeping the world go round.

Thank you to my team at Sylvite for the pointers and encouragement.

This was purely an ambitious project fueled by my passion of AG for which I have not profited from.
#ontag #canadianag #norfolkcounty

[Henry Prinzen CCA-ON @henryprinzen]

@maizex agronomy trial location in Simcoe, ON easy to find the plots with at planting applied sulfur. 2X (200lbs/ac) of AMS noticeable advantage over the control (2nd picture) #OntAg @PurdueSoybean

[Kyle Sowden @Ksowden_]

@agourmetfarmer Sorry to hear Jason, condolences from our family to yours.

[Kyle Sowden @Ksowden_]

Buddy and Jay doing their part drawing out the sap for Syrup season

[Maizex Seeds @Maizex]

Our customers believe in Canada. So do we. Maizex—100% Canadian.
#CanadianOwnedCanadianGrown #fieldbyfield

[Bernard Tobin @AgBern]

Will adding sulphur to this field drive soybean yield? @henryprinzen @Ksowden_ join me to talk sulphur on soybeans on The Sharp Edge @Maizex @realagriculture #plant24 https://t.co/wxBGXP2sBM

[Kyle Sowden @Ksowden_]

@Pasztor79 @Barrel87 Nice to see you guys and catch up!

[Toby Barrett @TobyBarrettHN]

Vintage … and so’s the hotel in the back. #DominionDay

[Andy Pasztor 🧼🧽 @apasztor82]

👀😍…… uncle Richard’s 4000 is looking great @Ksowden_

[Mike Morris @caistoragriserv]

Norfolk Fair Field Crops Committee has scheduled a Sheaf Making Workshop for Mar 2, 2023 at 7 PM at the St John's Church on the corner of St John's Road and Hwy 24 in Simcoe
There will be a $5.00 fee to help with the rental of the Church hall and a gift.

[Kyle Sowden @Ksowden_]

@FraserRedsim2 @hwy83cropper neither of us have a cab model but we do have doors and windows, they are not dust free but nothing to complain about

[Kyle Sowden @Ksowden_]

@Gerdonbroekstra @AdamJPfeffer When we bought the building in spring 2021 lumber was up ,steel was cheaper per sq foot to go this size. We liked the high ceilings and it’s low maintenance.

[Kyle Sowden @Ksowden_]

@bfaught79 @AdamJPfeffer Little bit of both!

[Kyle Sowden @Ksowden_]

@ClarkAgri @NufarmCA

[Kyle Sowden @Ksowden_]

@ClarkAgri @FMCAgCanada Enlist beatdown on some fleabane

[Kyle Sowden @Ksowden_]

@ClarkAgri

[Kyle Sowden @Ksowden_]

@ClarkAgri @DEKALB_Canada

[Kyle Sowden @Ksowden_]

@ClarkAgri @OAgC23