ABCA Coordinator says we should not take soil for granted as World Soil Day approaches
Ross Wilson says roughly 95 per cent of our food comes from the soil so we have to look after that soil to continue feeding a growing population.
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Fresh farm fundraiser continues
Ernie Hardeman, Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs says they are pleased to partner with groups to develop an innovative way to promote Ontario produce and support schools.
Almost all food comes from soil
Countries around the globe will mark World Soil Day on December 5th.
OFA annual meeting acclamation and bursaries
The Ontario Federation of Agriculture officially acclaimed Keith Currie as OFA President for another one-year term.
Mental health strategies
A statement by officials Tuesday point to the high levels of stress faced by farmers and their families because of forces beyond their control, such as weather, disease, commodity prices, and trade.
Province moves to change some agri-food regulations
Minister of Agriclture, Food and Rural Affairs, Ernie Hardeman, says farmers and food processors are dealing with out of date requirements.
Swatting fruit flies
Quick and accurate identification is one way fruit growers can stay ahead of Spotted Wing Drosophila also known as SWD.
GFO Offering ideas to Ag Minister
The ideas could help alleviate farmer-member concerns around testing protocols, cash flow, storage of corn and harvest bottlenecks.
Ag minister meets with farm groups about DON
Agricorp has also released information on its support plan.
Nutrient Act versus bylaws
Huron County asked to maintain AG4 zoning on parcels of land and updating zone provisions.