Profile of NLFA Board Members

Elaine Wells

Elaine Wells is a vegetable farmer operating in Cartyville on the West Coast of the province. She operates Wells’ Farm alongside her husband, Glenn.

Their farm has typical Newfoundland vegetables that are seen growing on many farms in the province like carrots, turnip (and turnip greens), beets, cabbage, tomatoes, onions, celery, certified seed potatoes, and lettuce. On top of that there are seasonal items like pumpkins and different variations of some of the vegetables.

Perhaps the most interesting thing about Wells’ Farm is the non-traditional vegetables grown there. These include squash, herbs, and Chinese vegetables, like bok choi. These items are catching on as tastes are changing and people are trying new foods. This year, livestock is also being added to the farm.

Elaine got into farming when she met Glenn, who comes from a family of farmers. Glenn’s grandfather was the first in the family to start farming, having begun with vegetables, cattle, sheep, and hay. Glenn’s father continued the tradition with an egg operation. Glenn started the vegetable operation that he and Elaine now have about 25 years ago.

When not on the farm, Elaine also serves as Vice President of the NL Horticulture Council and she also does a lot of volunteer work in her community. Additionally, she is a producer representative on the Crop Insurance Board.

Contact Information:
P.O. Box 100, Cartyville, NL A0N 1G0
Phone: (709)-645-2203
(709)645-3992
g.ewells@nf.sympatico.ca

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