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Video Interview: Ernie Hardeman MPP Opinions on Pork, Beef Price Risk Management Program Shaun Haney from Real Agriculture discusses the Beef and Pork Sector Price Risk Management Program situation in Ontario and compared it to… Started by Joe Dales	7	Dec 17, 2010 Reply by Roadrunner
EASTER CALLS OUT FARM LEADERS Finally someone says it out loud in public! Wayne Easter says to the press at last week's "Farmers Matter" meeting in Stratford Ontario, th… Started by John Schwartzentruber	5	Dec 17, 2010 Reply by Roadrunner
Farms feed cities Although not a farmer, live in agricultural area and realize the cost increases that affect farms, will eventually affect us. Can we not al… Started by Nancy Moisan	4	Dec 5, 2010 Reply by Nancy Moisan
Wheat Marketing Western Style Cartoon -- What do you think? Started by OntAG Admin	3	Nov 27, 2010 Reply by Daryl
From The Globe and Mail: Why Canadian Agriculture is No Longer A World Leader. Discussion With Dr David Sparling. Canadians have always had a fondness for farmers and a cherished the notion that this country is a global food superpower. The reality is m… Started by Joe Dales	0	Nov 23, 2010
Do you think the "Farmers Matter" Town Hall Meetings make a difference? I saw this event in the Ontag calendar and wondered what others thought of the effectiveness of these meetings? Are we trying to influenc… Started by Joe Dales	4	Nov 5, 2010 Reply by OntAG Admin
Welcome to John Burke as the new Deputy Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs Premier Dalton McGuinty announced the following new deputy minister appointment, effective September 7, 2010 : John Burke as Deputy Minis… Started by Sandra Dales	1	Oct 7, 2010 Reply by Bristow
Potash: BHP or PCS - Which is the best deal for farmers? Farmers of North America Comment...What do you think? Potash: BHP or PCS - Which is the best deal for farmers. Commentary from FNA-STAG The coverage of the offer by BHP Billiton… Started by OntAG Admin	1	Oct 7, 2010 Reply by Bristow
Time to Give Notice. A significant number of Canadian cattle producers have been asking the federal government for compensation for damages resulting from the C… Started by John Schwartzentruber	1	Oct 7, 2010 Reply by Bristow
Solar Reversal It looks like the government is changing it's tune on solar -- at least by a little... (from OFA)This summer, the OFA and its members stron… Started by Andrew Campbell	1	Aug 29, 2010 Reply by Bristow

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Which Situations Require the Use of a Soybean Inoculant?

If soybeans have been in a rotation on the field, an inoculant is not normally recommended. Most universities recommend that if the field has not grown soybeans in the last 3 or more years an inoculant may help to prevent a yield loss. Some environmental conditions, such low pH, floods, and drought may increase the need for periodic inoculation even in fields with a history of soybean production. Care must be used when storing and handling these products as they contain a living bacteria. Soybeans form a symbiotic (mutually beneficial) relationship with nitrogen-fixing bacteria that live in the soil (Figure 1). In this relationship, Rhizobia bacteria fix atmospheric nitrogen into a plant available form in exchange for plant-derived carbon. Because soybeans are the host for the bacteria, if soybeans are grown in rotation the bacteria will persist in the soil. However, if soybeans have never been grown or have not been grown in an area for several years, the bacteria can become deple

Effects of Frost & Freeze Conditions on Young Corn and Soybeans

Air temperatures at or below 28 °F can be fatal to corn and soybeans, depending on their duration and crop growth stage. Waiting a few days after the freeze or frost event to examine affected plants, is the best way to assess the extent of damage and make management decisions. Certain management practices such as herbicide applications, may need to be delayed when frost-freeze injury occurs. Air temperatures at or below 28 °F for just a few hours can kill corn outright, even when the growing point is below ground, while air temperatures above 28 °F have a variable effect on young corn. For soybeans, when the air temperature drops below 28-32 °F, plants can experience some degree of frost damage. If the freeze period lasts for several hours and damage occurs below the cotyledons, soybeans can die. When light frost occurs, it typically shows up in bottom ground and lower parts of fields where the cold air has a chance to collect. It may also show up in fields protected by trees, since

Bfo Statement: Ontario Court Upholds The Legislation And Intent Of The Security From Trespass Act

The Beef Farmers of Ontario (BFO) is pleased to hear that the Ontario Superior Court of Justice has upheld the legislation and intent of the Security from Trespass and Protecting Food Safety Act (2020), which has been under a court challenge since 2021. We understand that while the Act has been upheld, a ruling on sections of the underlying Regulation has been suspended. We will be actively monitoring further developments regarding this case. The Security from Trespass and Protecting Food Safety Act is a critical safeguard to protect farm animals, the food supply, farmers and others from risks that are created when trespassers enter places where farm animals live or when persons engage in unauthorized interactions with farm animals. The repercussions include the risk of exposing farm animals to disease and stress, as well as the risk of introducing contaminants into the food supply. Animal neglect, abuse and cruelty is never acceptable, and animal welfare is of the utmost importance

Federal Budget 2024 Misses Key Opportunities, says Fruit and Vegetable Growers of Canada

Budget 2024 unfortunately overlooks several significant measures that could have greatly supported the fruit and vegetable sector, such as a carbon tax exemption, financial protection against market volatilities, and the establishment of a Grocery Code of Conduct. Similarly, no funding was allocated for greenhouse agriculture or the Sustainable Agriculture Strategy, both essential for climate adaptation and sustainability. Nevertheless, Fruit and Vegetable Growers of Canada (FVGC) is cautiously optimistic about several included initiatives, like the extension of the Advance Payments Program’s interest-free limit to $250,000 and the introduction of the New Canada Carbon Rebate for Small Businesses. The budget also proposes funding for maintaining the pesticides regulatory system and promoting sustainable pesticide use, which underscores the importance of sustainable crop protection practices. FVGC is particularly concerned about the rising costs affecting both growers and consumers. As

Altona's E2 Trucking acquires Rosenort-based trucking firm

E2 Trucking, an Altona-based company, has expanded it's operations by acquiring PK Friesen Trucking in Rosenort. A big step for the company, the deal closed on February 9th. . E2 owner Evan Erlandson says they learned a lot and got to know a lot of good people that he's proud to have on the team. "That added 12 trucks to our fleet, roughly an even split of north-south routes and east-west routes. The east-west trucks and trailers and business was new to us, we were not involved in that business. The north-south wasn't new to us, so we just kept those guys on. Well, we kept everyone on, and we're doing our best to keep everybody busy." The fleet now totals about 35 units. Along with the repair shop, support staff, is made up of some 10 people, including three full-time mechanics, dispatchers, administration, a couple of managers and all the drivers. From the perspective of a business owner, Erlandson feels a responsibility, especially in small town, to do what he can to preserve

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