ABOUT ME
Wordswork Communications is a full-service freelance writing and editing business that specializes in the agri-food sector.
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I'm Lois Harris - the business owner and principal writer, in charge of operations, marketing, scheduling and office cleaning (only mine though, and sporadically).
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My mission is pretty straightforward: helping busy people in the agri-food industry tell their stories.
These days, consumers want to know not only what's in their food, but how it was made, who made it and the integrity of the producer or manufacturer.
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It's also crucial for businesses to have a strong online and social media presence with clearly written, engaging content.
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If you need compelling, authentic stories that inform, entertain and enlighten, contact me.
JUST PUBLISHED
I've been in agri-food communications for more than 25 years - first as a senior advisor in the Ontario government and then with my own business.  My specialty is in explaining complex concepts with clear, engaging copy. See examples of my latest work below.
March 2, 2020
Using technology and collecting data can really help producers’ bottom lines, but only if they plan it out and understand their own situations.
February 2, 2020
Producers looking to successfully market their grain should concentrate on what they can control and be prepared to sell at any time, according to Donna Archer of Maizeing Acres Incorporated.
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January 14, 2020
Canadian researchers are working on TB vaccines that could help both cows and people. They are also developing strategies to manage the disease in wild animals.
PROJECTS
Published material
Government report
I was hired by the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs to write all the copy for this report. It outlines the government strategy for developing world foods grown in Ontario for an increasingly diverse domestic market.
Case study
Kara Enright and her family are committed entrepreneurs. Not only do they raise beef and retail the meat online, they sell leather products from the hides. Waste not, want not!
Magazine
I wrote all the copy for this promotional magazine. It provides useful management, marketing and other tips for food processors.
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Case study
I wrote this case study about two sisters - Victoria and Paula Watts, who built their own Italian pasta and sauce business from the ground up.
Magazine
I wrote all the copy for this promotional magazine that highlighted management and marketing tips for micro brewers, distillers and cideries.
CLIENTS
Successful Collaborations
TESTIMONIALS
What They’re Saying
Lois produces crisp, accurate copy that needs little editing. I know that I can always rely on her to come through with assigned stories.
John Greig, Editor, Farmtario
I had the opportunity to work with Lois Harris during the past year. Lois prepared a communications plan and executed it perfectly. She was very professional and added great value to the Thames River Phosphorus Reduction Collaborative. Lois will be part of all my future projects.
Charles Lalonde, Owner, CJ Agren Consulting
Lois helped my team communicate our services and value proposition to the outside world. During this process, she created pages and pages of copy that have always been delivered on time and on budget. Moreover, Lois has taken great pains to follow our brand guidelines and style guide so that all of our outward facing copy meshes together seamlessly! I highly recommend Lois as a freelance writer.
Dana McCauley, Director, New Venture Creation, University of Guelph
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