Our History

The Ontario Hazelnut Association was established in 2013.
Since 2006, hazelnut growers and researchers have been working to create new varieties of hazelnuts here. This collaboration has worked with one goal: to make Ontario a centre of excellence for hazelnut production.

Research Trials Begin
Trials of hazelnut trees (to cultivate Ontario varieties) start

OHA Established
The Ontario Hazelnut Association is Established.

Trees Reaching Maturity
We are now getting to the point where we are starting to produce greater quantities of hazelnuts for use in Ontario and in export markets

Ferrero Plant Opens
The Ferrero confectionary plant opens in Brantford, Ontario.

Research Trials Begin
Trials of hazelnut trees (to cultivate Ontario varieties) start

OHA Established
The Ontario Hazelnut Association is Established.

Trees Reaching Maturity
We are now getting to the point where we are starting to produce greater quantities of hazelnuts for use in Ontario and in export markets

Ferrero Plant Opens
The Ferrero confectionary plant opens in Brantford, Ontario.

Research Trials Begin
Trials of hazelnut trees (to cultivate Ontario varieties) start

OHA Established
The Ontario Hazelnut Association is Established.

Trees Reaching Maturity
We are now getting to the point where we are starting to produce greater quantities of hazelnuts for use in Ontario and in export markets