For many farmers in the region, they say they haven’t seen a worse drought in decades.
“Since 1965 it was a dry year back then…if we don't get any rain soon it'll be worse than 1965,” said Ron Miller of Millers’ Farm & Market in North Manotick.
He and his wife Suzie have some corn that they are able to salvage despite the dry weather, but said it’s not enough to keep up with the demand.
“A farmer called up and said he wanted 50 dozen and we went and checked the field last night and nope sorry we can't do it,” said Suzie.
She said the growing seasons for raspberries and strawberries were cut short this year and the financial impact of the drought is getting worse.
“Our bills don't stop because the rain has,” she said.
“We still have to pay rent on the equipment and fertilize the crops whether they're growing or not.”
The Millers’ said the only crop on their farm that is doing well because of the dry weather is garlic.
And like many, hope more rain means more help for the corn crop.
With a report from CTV Ottawa’s Natalie Duddridge
