At the Library

Books about organic farming

Books about organic gardening

Movies about organic farming

Ontario Farmer
A London, Ontario newspaper serving the farm communities of Ontario.

Online Resources

Using Information Databases, you will find articles published in magazines, newspapers and academic journals that you can’t find using the Internet.
All of our databases are listed on our website but we recommend you try the ones below first.
*If you are using a computer that isn’t in the library, you’ll be asked to type in your library card number.

Canada in Context

• Click on Advanced Search
• Do a Subject search for "organic farming" or "organic gardening"
• Use the links on the left to choose the material type
• Click on the articles most appropriate to your search

Canadian Business & Current Affairs (CBCA)

• Do a basic search using the term "organic farming" and/or "organic gardening"
• Browse the suggested topics to help you narrrow down your search
• Click on the articles most appropriate for your search

Canadian Points of View Reference Centre

• Do a search using the terms "organic farming" and/or "organic gardening"
• Use the tabs to navigate between different material types
• Click on the articles most appropriate for your search

EBSCO Host

• Click on Advanced Search
• Check off full text in the Limit Your Results section
• Do a Subject (SU) search on "organic farming" or "organic gardening"
• Click on the articles most appropriate for your search

See all Information Databases.

What are Information Databases?

Websites

Canadian Organic Growers
A charitable organization focused on leading communities towards "sustainable organic stewardship of land, food and fibre while respecting nature, upholding social justice and protecting natural resources."

Organic Agriculture Centre of Canada
The OACC conducts organic farming research and provides information and services for organic farmers.

Organic Farming in Ontario ( Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs)
This official government website includes government reports, resources and news.

In My Community

Eat Local London
This website is full of information on eating fresh whether you are at home or dining out in the area. The site also features a google map of local farms.

Get Fresh, Eat Local
The London Community Resource Centre provides great tips for finding and buying local. Pick up your copy of their map at your local library!