From egg farming and agronomy to entrepreneurship and firefighting: How Morgan Rombouts does it all

This is part of a series of profiles of young egg farmers. They are all young leaders taking part in Egg Farmers of Canada’s national young farmer program, an initiative designed to prepare the next generation of industry leaders.

Morgan Rombouts

Warwick Township, Ontario

Born into a multi-generational farming family with deep roots in the community, Morgan Rombouts is bringing a fresh perspective to a time-honoured tradition.

Her earliest memories involve collecting eggs and walking the barns. “I’ve been helping on the farm since I could walk,” she says. “I’m beyond blessed to have been raised in such an amazing industry that helped shape me into the strong-willed, kind-hearted person I am today.”

Morgan works shoulder-to-shoulder with both her parents and two brothers, Dustyn and Carson, each of whom plays a distinct role in the farm’s day-to-day operations. Sometimes even her grandparents, who live nearby, will pitch in. Her father, Mackie, oversees the entire business, while gradually passing on more and more responsibilities to his children.

Dustyn manages the feed mill and egg barns, Carson handles equipment and maple syrup production, and Morgan contributes across the board—from daily chores in the egg barns and general paperwork alongside her mother, to managing field crops and agronomy, a part of the operation she’s especially passionate about. “I love the ever-changing nature of field crops,” she says. “There’s always more to learn.”

After graduating from the University of Guelph’s Ridgetown Campus, Morgan spent two years working off-farm with Forest Agri Services. The experience, she says, helped deepen her understanding of the broader agri-business world before returning full-time to the family farm.

Alongside her partner, Travis, a heavy diesel mechanic, Morgan now runs her own farm dealership for Maizex Seeds, Bear Creek Seeds, which complements their crop operation.

Today, the family farm is a hub of activity, producing eggs, growing corn and soybeans, and offering custom harvesting and construction services.

They also operate with sustainability at top of mind. Regular energy audits help pinpoint inefficiencies and guide any upgrades to heating, cooling and lighting systems in the barns. “With any new build, we ask a lot of questions,” Morgan says. “We’re always looking for the cleanest, most efficient way to do things.”

Community also plays a central role in Morgan’s life. She volunteers and helps with Egg Farmers of Ontario initiatives that connect farmers with their community and educate the public about egg farming. She also volunteers as a firefighter alongside her father and brothers at the local fire department. “I want to help in any way I can,” she says.

What keeps her grounded is the strong sense of purpose and stability that egg farming provides. “Farming is a gamble,” she says. “You can’t control the weather or grain prices, but supply management gives us peace of mind. It’s a fair system that lets us focus on doing our job well and invest in the future.”

For Morgan, egg farming is more than a profession—it’s a way of life, rooted in family, community and a deep respect for the land.

“I enjoy learning new things about how to keep our hens happy and healthy, and I hope one day I will be able to work alongside my kids and nieces and nephews,” she says.

“The best part is working alongside my family every day.”

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