Born and raised in Perth County, Ontario, Bob has spent his life rooted in the farming community. Growing up, he was hands-on in hog farming, some dairy and cash crop production, as well as building barns and other structures. This experience shaped Bob’s values, and taught him the importance of hard work, resilience, and land stewardship.
After high school, he stayed the course, working full-time in hog and crop production. That dedication eventually led to purchasing farms in both Perth and Northumberland Counties, a huge milestone that deepened Bob’s love of agriculture.
In 2020, Bob made a change — not only in response to the pandemic, but as a way to explore new horizons. He and his wife moved their family to Grey County to be closer to the water and embrace a lifestyle that balances a love of farming with time spent outdoors and with family. His passion for farming hasn’t waned — if anything, it’s stronger than ever. Bob remains interested in anything agriculture; pigs, chickens, cattle, fruit, trees or bees. Livestock, row crop and forage are his passion.
Today, Bob continues to work closely with farmers and the ag industry through equipment sales. He thrives on new ideas and helping people achieve goals. When he’s not working, he’s making memories with his wife and two kids. Enjoying time camping, mountain biking, dirt biking, skiing, snowmobiling, and playing hockey.
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