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Passionate about the land and market gardening since his childhood, Frank will finally realize his dream by moving to Saint-Lazare in 1976 on the family land. He started by building the house and with the help of his sons, went on to build the domed garage. Frank began to grow sweet corn, which he sold, during the first years, mainly to wholesalers in Montreal and Ottawa. Over the years, the local demand for his famous corn and fresh vegetables increased and Frank and his dear Elizabeth decided to open a kiosk, where they could sell their sweet corn and vegetables right on the farm. This was the beginning of the Mergl farm as we know it today.

The farm has always been buzzing with activity and life. Elizabeth has always been particularly proud of her English-style gardens; large flower beds surrounding the family home and filled with the most beautiful, varied and colorful flowers. Many will remember Frank, who always drove around in his red Ford Ranger accompanied by his dogs. The Mergls loved their dogs and they have always been part of life on the farm. We can even find, in a work of art created by artist Annette Desroches Plante, one of Frank's faithful dogs, Tintin, hidden in the painting of the Mergl farm painted in the late 2000s.

las, and Justin. So, you can imagine all the excitement on the farm all year round. In addition to the kiosk, the farm is known as a place where many family gatherings, ball games, family campfires and meals have been shared. The farm has always been a proud family affair and all the children and grandchildren have worked there over the years.

On March 19, 2009, Frank Mergl, after 56 years of marriage to Elizabeth, died peacefully at home, surrounded by his family.

Richard and Jeffrey Mergl took over the farm and to this day, still tend the land to bring you the best sweet corn and countless fresh fruits and vegetables every summer!

Elizabeth and Frank Mergl had thirteen children: Jason, Matthieu, Amanda, Joshua, Andrew, Alexander, Patrick, Charles, Erika, Emma, Brendan, Nico-