History and Location

Fiat Farm is nestled in the vibrant community of Russell, Eastern Ontario. With a focus on permaculture and sustainable farming, the farm serves as a hub for fresh local food and meaningful community gatherings.

Farming Practices

Fiat Farm prides itself on using thoughtful and sustainable farming techniques. Their approach involves permaculture principles, where they prioritize pasture-raising for their animals. Chickens, turkeys, and other livestock freely roam on open pastures, deriving their nutrition from foraging, leading to richer flavors and healthier products. The farm is committed to ethical care, respecting both the animals and the land.

Offerings

Fiat Farm offers a variety of pasture-raised meats including chicken, turkey, beef, and pork. Their pigs are raised with care and crafted into savory small-batch sausages featuring flavors like Black Olive & Feta, Honey Garlic, and Italian. Their weekly seasonal vegetable share runs from mid-June to mid-September, providing an assortment of organic veggies, fruits, and herbs.

Fresh farm eggs are another highlight, coming from hens that enjoy open pasture. Fiat Farm also offers the chance to share these delights with others through gift cards, which make a thoughtful present for discovering fresh, local food.

Community Engagement and Events

Fiat Farm is more than just a place to buy food; it’s a gathering space for the local community. Events like the Farm-to-Table Dinners and the Community Mural Day with artist Leslie Chandler invite participants to celebrate local food and creativity. The farm hosts seasonal festivals, workshops, and tours, fostering a deeper connection to the land and its cycles.

Buying Experience

For those interested in supporting local agriculture, Fiat Farm offers a convenient pre-order system for its meat products, scheduled for pick-up in 2026. Seasonal produce shares provide weekly access to fresh farm produce throughout the harvest period.

Through initiatives like the Nourish the Hungry Campaign, Fiat Farm also gives back to the community by offering meat shares to vulnerable individuals. This reflects their commitment to not just sustainable food, but also social sustainability.