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4worldlovers: This land is on the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation territory as well as the traditional lands of the Haudenosaunee and Neutral peoples. This land lies within the Between the Lakes Treaty 3 Lands

All our fresh produce has been certified organic since 2008 and is currently certified by CSI.

3 orchards combine tree fruit with small fruits, herbs, flowers, and native plants.

We strive to find a balance of hands-on and hands-off – allowing nature to provide some of the plants in her own good time.

Most of the soil is under permanent ground cover, with a few strips within the orchards cultivated for annuals.

We use on- farm, plant based mulches for soil and plant health as well as moisture retention.

There is a mature hedgerow that spans the north side of the farm, as well as a few hedgerow “pockets” between the orchards. In 2016 we started placing more native trees, shrubs and plants around and within the orchards. We believe abundant biodiversity strengthens the health and productivity of the fruit producing trees and shrubs.

Alex and Betty Kozowyk started farming in Flamborough in 1953. Their farm was a mix of cattle, chickens, pasture, hay fields, raspberries, vegetables for the family, and flowers for beauty and the hummingbirds. A few acres of the provincially significant, Flamborough Centre Swamp was also included in the farm.

In 2002 Pat Kozowyk and Ernst von der Kall bought a 10 acre portion of the farm. They named it Baba Link Farm, in memory of Pat’s mother, “Baba” Betty. Baba is Ukrainian for Grandmother.

The logo for the farm is based on an Ukrainian folk art design, and is a little like the Bobolink birds that sang all summer in the pasture.

Baba Link Farm is situated where Betty grew excellent raspberries, which she grew without pesticides or chemical fertilizers. She was organic, years before organic standards came into being.

Alex Kozowyk quietly smiled, occasionally shook his head at some of Pat’s experimental ideas for the farm, but always offered a tremendous amount of support and expertise.

Both Alex and Betty are dearly missed and remembered daily on this beautiful piece of land.

Gooseberries Black Velvet, Captivator, Hinnomaki Red, Invicta, Jahns Prairie, Pixwell, Poorman Pink.

Pear (European) Gifford, Golden Harvest, Golden Spice, Louise Bonne, Moonglow, Sierra, Summer Crisp, Winter Nellis.

Seasonal selections from our varieties of native, non-native, herb, annual and perennial plants.

Flowers are an important part of the farm, for plant biodiversity and pollinator health.

4worldlovers: Experience the beautiful agriculture of rural Ontario at The Apple Orchard. Our remarkable landscape, which features over 10,000 apple and pear trees, is host to a fun-filled farm experience for the entire family throughout the year. Our knowledgeable staff are always available to answer your questions and provide information on our products and services. We look forward to welcoming you to The Apple Orchard, where you can spend quality time with your family and enjoy the beauty of rural Ontario.

At our orchard, families can pick their own apples while enjoying wagon rides, sunflower fields, animals, pumpkin and squash fields, a corn maze, candy apples, retired old tractors, sweet cider, a corn pit play area, a grain bin, walking trails, a hay jump and more! We also welcome all terrain strollers and wagons, and encourage visitors to bring reusable bags.

At our apple orchard, we understand that your pets are a big part of your family! That's why we allow pets to join you and your family during your visit. We kindly ask that all pets be kept on a leash and that you bring a few bags to clean up after them. We look forward to seeing you and your furry friends!

We offer special services for School Trips, Groups/Buses, Corporate Retreats, Company Picnics, Weddings and Commercial Filming. Please contact us for more information or to make arrangements.