ARTHUR – For the second year in a row, the traditional Arthur Fall Fair will be cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, organizers will be providing a virtual fair this year, "with the possibility of a few in-person" events/exhibits.
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Drayton Fair cancelled again – but some events will carry on
MAPLETON - For the second year in a row the Drayton Fair is cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, officials note, many of the society’s traditional events will still take place.
OMAFRA Report: Winter canola plant survival
A weekly report prepared by the staff of the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs…
Crowd gathered to watch silo demolition in Drayton [VIDEO]
DRAYTON – Some likely wanted to get outside after a long winter without much to do, others were enthralled by the prospect of an explosion and some people just wanted to witness a significant change to the local rural landscape.
Wellington North to focus on public education to help deal with coyote concerns
WELLINGTON NORTH – Council here will focus on public education for now to help residents deal with concerns about coyotes near livestock and populated areas.
Moorefield native to enter Ontario Agricultural Hall of Fame
GUELPH – A Moorefield native is being enshrined into the Ontario Agricultural Hall of Fame (OAHF).
Analysis shows Canadian farm income on track for record year
OTTAWA - Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada has completed an analysis of farm income for 2020 and 2021, and the results show Canadian farm income and the value of farms is expected to be at an all-time high.
Ontario Federation of Agriculture commissions study of carbon tax impact on agriculture industry
GUELPH – The Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) has engaged Agri-Food Economic Systems to conduct a financial assessment and analysis of the potential cost the federal carbon tax burden will have on Ontario’s agriculture industry.
OMAFRA Report: Time to think about underseeding Red Clover into winter wheat
A weekly report prepared by the staff of the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs…
4-H Acrylic Painting Club holds meetings
WELLINGTON COUNTY – This year we are following health guidelines and having our 4-H meetings…
OMAFRA Report: Impermeable surfaces pose runoff issues
A weekly report prepared by the staff of the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs…
Wellington North Farmers’ Market returns for another year on June 19
MOUNT FOREST – Area residents will be able to enjoy the Wellington North Farmers’ Market again this year.
Canadian Agricultural Safety Week celebrates Safe and Strong Farms
This March, the Canadian Agricultural Safety Association (CASA) is encouraging all Canadians to celebrate Safe and Strong Farms.
Ag industry has opportunity to become stronger post-pandemic
We can all agree that 2020 was a year like none other. It was a year that tested everyone’s readiness to adapt to change quickly.
Ontario producers welcome start of 2021 maple syrup season
BRESLAU - The Waterloo Wellington Chapter of the Ontario Maple Syrup Producers Association (OMSPA) along with the Elmira Maple Syrup Festival Committee recently announced the unofficial start of the maple tapping season.