GUELPH – The next exciting step in regenerative therapies has Dr. Thomas Koch, Ontario Veterinary College, and his team encapsulating stem cells to see if they can enhance the effect of treatment.
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Endangered Ojibwe pony part of Erin Earth Day event
Endangered breed – Ojibwe pony Legend was on hand at the Erin Earth Day clean up on April 23 to…
German stallion Feinrich to stand at Lookout Farm with trainer Janet Konyer
CENTRE WELLINGTON – It’s been a long journey, but the renowned German-born stallion Feinrich will soon arrive at his future home: Lookout Farm near Belwood.
OFA Viewpoint: New animal transportation regulations for farmers are now enforceable, here’s what you need to know
In an effort to improve animal welfare and reduce risk to livestock during transport, amendments to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) Health of Animals Regulations were enacted, requiring new rules to be followed during animal transportation.
OMAFRA Report: Impact of a late spring frost on canola
Ontario winter canola yields were very strong in 2020 giving us a good look at the incredible yield…
Grain Farmers of Ontario urging government to address supply chain challenges
GUELPH – Grain Farmers of Ontario (GFO), the province‘s largest commodity organization,…
OMAFRA announces new funding agreement with Farm and Food Care Ontario
ELORA – Speaking to a hybrid audience of attendees at the Farm and Food Care Ontario (FFCO)…
Co-op members approve merger
HARRISTON – A merger between two local farm cooperatives has been approved.
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…