South Eastern Farmers Co-op

10/13/2026

Back in Stock!!!!

Our most popular size of Blackoil Sunflower Seed is back!

Not sure what to put in your birdfeeder?

It's this guy! Its is the king of birdseed. Pretty much everything from chickadees to Blue Jays love this little sunflower seed.

Tip: Not all feeders will accommodate all seed shapes and sizes. Some feeder do no accommodate all birds friend or foe. Come chat with our experienced staff on what bird feeder and seed will best suit your needs.

10/01/2026

We still have some fall planting garlic available...
Still loads of time to get these in the ground.
Don't forget:
Compost - Garlic is a heavy feeder and needs compost to have a successful season.
Mineralizer - Healthy plants are more resistant to pests.
Straw - Cover your Garlic to insulate and protect from temperature fluctuations.

09/26/2026

Good Saturday Morning!!

Today we are on the road at the GMFFC for their Fall Fair!

We have giveaways, emergency feed for your purchases, and some show specials!!

09/24/2026

Mum's have arrived at your neighborhood Co-op and they are the biggest we've ever seen!
Just cracking bud, ready to provide beautiful color all season long.
Planted in a beautiful 15" barrel planter, only $29.99!!

09/17/2026

Bare ground is bad news!!!

Whether you are managing a 200 square foot garden or 100's of acres, the same is true for both. Bare ground is not a good thing!

Bare ground invites w**ds to the party, giving them the open space to thrive without competition on shoulder months. Planting an aggressive crop like fall rye will compete with w**ds, thus reducing the w**d pressure.

Wind and water can have a MAJOR affect on bare soil. Wind and soil erosion is the leading cause of top soil loss. The heavy root structure of the fall rye will help to hold that precious top soil in place. Did you know? That only 1% of the earth's surface is top soil. At that rate we need to protect every square inch!!!

Fall Rye can act as a nurse crop to perennial grasses and legumes. Plant fall rye at a rate of 100lbs/acre and under seed to your favourite forage mix. Take the fall rye off as green feed in June and your perennial crop will be established underneath!
Bonus early crop and no spring planting!

We have Fall rye in our bulk bin, 50lb bags and 1 tonne totes.
And it is LOCAL!!!

Send us a message or come see us in store to plan your fall crop rotation!

09/16/2026

What is your Fall Lawn care routine?

Here are a few suggestions that will improve the overall health of your lawn for next season.

Fertilizer: Adding the proper nutrients to your lawn care routine can improve the overall hardiness and plant health going in the colder months. We aim for something with a low Nitrogen , High Phosphorous, and High Potassium. This allows you to focus the nutrients toward root health and development. We recommend our Hartland Agromart 5-20-20 blend. come in a 50lb bag and should cover 10,000 ft2.

Pellet Lime: Adding Lime to your fall lawn car routine helps the soil ph. Most turf variety grasses prefer a 6-6.5ph level. Having the proper PH level will allow your grass to absorb other nutrients as well, such as fertilizer. The two work hand in hand. If you are applying one you should apply the other. Pellets allow for easy even spreading and the pellets will break down through the winter and spring and be right where your grass needs it most come summer.

Over seeding: Fall is actually a really great time to over seed your lawn. The exhausting days of heat from the summer are behind us. This allows for moisture to be more consistent. Make sure to look ahead at the forecasted weather. If we have heavy rainfall in the near future it is best to wait to plant. That way if you have any pooling or run off, your seeds won't be displaced. There are many blends to choose from. Come visit us for information on which blends we offer to suit your area and needs.

Nematode Treatment: Yesterday we talked all about they beneficial guys. Be sure to check out our post on applying beneficial nematodes and what their role is in keeping your lawn healthy and happy.

As always, if you have any question please come see our experienced staff. We are more than happy to help!

09/15/2026

If you have had skunks, racoons, or ravens excavating your lawn this spring you more than likely have a GRUB problem!

Chemical solutions can be costly, restrictive and dangerous to people and pets.

Luckily our friends at Natural Insect Control have us covered!
✅Made in Canada Nematodes are a safe, effective and affordable way to manage grubs in your lawn.
But why is fall such a good time to apply nematodes for grub control?
There are a few reasons:

- Young grubs are near the surface. After eggs hatch in late summer, the young grubs are small and actively feeding in the upper soil/root zone. Exactly where the nematodes need them to be.

-Cooler temperatures help. Nematodes generally perform better when soil temperatures are not extremely hot. Fall provide more favourable soil conditions than the heat of mid summer.

- Moisture is easier to maintain. Nematodes need moisture to move through the soil and reach grubs. Fall usually brings more regular rainfall, and keeping the lawn moist after applications helps considerably.

- you can target the next generation. Controlling young grubs in fall reduces the number that survive winter and mature into beetles that can reproduce the following summer.

Natural insect control has a short, but informative video on how to apply nematodes to your lawn.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7YvuQUm-xWE

Come visit us to discuss your fall lawn care routine to help prevent pesky diggers next spring!

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09/14/2026

It's time! As the weather cools down, our sales are heating up!
Come into the Garden Center for 40% off Regular prices on all annuals and perennials!
Spend $100 or over and receive 50% off the regular price!

09/14/2026

We are coming to the time when we will be planting our fall crops and putting our garden bed to rest for the winter.

And, even though it appears there is nothing going on on top of the soil and plants have slowed their growth mostly to a halt, the soil is still very much alive and thriving (hopefully)

Now is an excellent time to feed the soil to prepare for our fall crops and get a head start on our 2027 crops!

We all are aware that compost helps feed the soil and our plants, however have you stopped to think about the minerals that may or may not be in the soil?
Many nutrients require minerals to for chains to be utilized by the plant, without minerals, our soil is not thriving.

Huplaso is a New Brunswick volcanic basalt mineral amendment that supplies more than 57 minerals and releases them gradually. The manufacturer describes benefits including supporting microbial activity, soil structure, nutrient availability, and pH balance.

🍂 Why use Huplaso in the fall?

1. Rebuild the soil after harvest
Vegetable crops remove nutrients and minerals from the garden during the growing season. Adding a mineral amendment in fall gives the soil time to incorporate those minerals before spring planting.

2. Prepare beds for fall-planted garlic 🧄
Huplaso can be incorporated during soil preparation before planting cloves. This will ensure you give your garlic a great start to their growing journey. Huplaso is best incorporated into the soil or placed at the base of the hole for your garlic clove.

3. Work alongside compost
Compost feeds the soil with organic matter.
Huplaso replenishes the mineral side of the soil.

4. Build long-term soil fertility
Huplaso is a slow-release mineral amendment, so the goal isn't a quick “green-up.” It's to gradually remineralize the soil and support soil biology over time.

Our growers are raving about the difference Huplaso has made in their gardens. When your garden seems tired, Huplaso and Compost are the combination that is needed to get it growing again!

09/12/2026

TODAY until sold out!!!

If you have not tried their corn you SHOULD!

Check out our post from Friday for tips and directions on how to freeze corn and enjoy that fresh corn on the cob flavour all winter!!!