HARRISTON – A merger between two local farm cooperatives has been approved.
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OMAFRA Report: Is there a safe rate of in-furrow fertilizer for soybeans?
Some crops respond well to seed placed fertilizer. Applying phosphorus to wheat in-furrow has…
Provincial order bans birds from events to limit spread of avian influenza
TORONTO – As of April 9, participation of birds in shows, sales, swap, fairs, sports and educational displays is prohibited by a provincial order to limit the spread of avian influenza in Ontario.
A ‘perfect, terrible storm’: fertilizer costs cutting into high returns on agricultural commodities
WELLINGTON COUNTY - An increase in global fertilizer prices wrought by a culmination of global instability has rattled a fragile market, leaving local farmers to fight for their bottom lines.
Avian influenza discovered in two flocks in Wellington County
WELLINGTON COUNTY - Highly pathogenic avian influenza has been confirmed by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency in six southwestern Ontario bird flocks, of which two are in Wellington County.
Vendors sought for Minto Farmers Market
PALMERSTON –Applications are now open to be a vendor at the Minto Farmers’ Market 2022 season.
Excellence in Agriculture program expanded
TORONTO – The province’s agriculture minister, Lisa Thompson, announced on March 1 the…
OMAFRA Report: How to properly ground an electric fence
A weekly report prepared by the staff of the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs…
Area farm cooperative members set to vote on amalgamation recommendation
HARRISTON – A merger between two local farm co-operatives is being recommended to members by the board of directors of both companies.
Farmers calling on all parties to restore Canadian Pacific rail operations
Grain Farmers of Ontario, the province’s largest commodity organization, representing Ontario’s…
OMAFRA Report: Selecting an energizer for your electric fence
A weekly report prepared by the staff of the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs…
Funding aims to help solve labour shortages for agri-food businesses with over 100 employees
TORONTO – Through the Canadian Agricultural Partnership program, the Ontario and the federal governments are spending $4 million to support pilot projects helping the agri-food sector to “attract, support and retain” workers.
OFA Viewpoint: The importance of ensuring accuracy of assets when renewing farm insurance
Farming is regularly influenced and impacted by adverse conditions and unique situations.
Canadian Agricultural Safety Association celebrates Agricultural Safety Week
Canadian Agricultural Safety Week, hosted by the Canadian Agricultural Safety Association (CASA), takes place from March 13 to 19 this year under the banner: Your Farm, Your Family, Your Success.
Issue of food security at forefront of summit
TORONTO – The province’s agriculture minister, Lisa Thompson, met with leaders in the food…