Agricultural issues discussed at Bruce-Grey Owen Sound candidates debate
The debate at the Keady Community Centre attracted about 150 people.
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Shakespeare Swine Seminar to focus on ASF
This year’s keynote speaker is Dr. Paul Sundberg from the Swine Health Information Center in Iowa.
$1.1 million for research
The investment will help develop new livestock technologies, practices and on-farm solutions.
Premier and agriculture minister talk with farmers
Representatives from many sectors were part of a Roundtable at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show.
Grain Farmers of Ontario looking for new CEO
Current CEO Barry Senft is stepping down from the role in April 2020.
Pine River Cheese closing this year
Production is winding down at the Pine River Cheese and Butter Co-operative South of Kincardine, with 25 employees affected.
CK farmers seek protection against activists
Local members of the Ontario Federation of Agriculture are backing up a request to put stronger measures in place to protect farmers against being harassed.
Huron County manure spreading complaint still under investigation
Staff from the Ontario Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks will visit the scene after residents of Turnberry Estates complained about improper manure spreading.
Market initiative to pursue new markets
Organizations and businesses can apply for cost-share support for eligible activities that diversify markets for Ontario food products.
A good time to plant trees
The Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority is accepting orders for trees until the end of September.