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Government and Politics in Ontario Agriculture: The Boiler Room (110)

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Will Kathleen Wynne be a good minister of agriculture?

I thought this was a good idea when I first heard it. But judging by the negative comments and stories I am not too sure. What does everyon…

Started by Roadrunner

9 Mar 13
Reply by Joann

Land as a Public Asset: U.N.

I have found it curious that our former Premier declared so much emphasis on "preserving agriculture" by way of introduction of the GreenBe…

Started by Joann

0 Mar 3

Conflict of Interests?

In a few days, our Premier-designate will announce a new Cabinet and hopefully lay out the intentions of this government, however short it…

Started by Joann

2 Feb 12
Reply by Carol Murphy

John Wise, former Minister of Agriculture and Dairy farmer Dies at the age of 77.

John Wise Former Minister of Agriculture and Dairy Farmer Dies at the Age of 77 Former Ag Minister Will Be Remembered for His Contribution…

Started by OntAG Admin

2 Jan 14
Reply by OntAG Admin

What is next for Ontario's Horse Racing Industry?

Here is a news video that discusses the situation.What feedback or thoughts do others have on this issue?

Started by Joe Dales

0 Nov 9, 2012

How damaging is the XL Meat ecoli crisis to consumer food safety confidence?

Every night for the past week I have been watching the Canadian meat industry get aggressively criticized by all of its opponents.   I know…

Started by Joe Dales

0 Oct 8, 2012

War of 1812 and land grantees.

Mr. Harper recently, as noted by media, marked the War of 1812 and commemorated the Canadian "victories". (although history reveals all sid…

Started by Joann

0 Sep 15, 2012

Crime of the Century, Who Stole $30M of MAPLE SYRUP?

I had to laugh when I saw this story on CBC the other night...only in Canada would it get so much coverage.   I would watch Bob and Doug Ma…

Started by Roadrunner

2 Sep 10, 2012
Reply by Tony M

Opening Canada’s barn doors for the sake of trade..

I found this link on an American news site. http://www.globalnews.ca/canadas+food+supply+at+stake+in+new+trade+talks/6442664555/story.html

Started by Joann

2 Jun 22, 2012
Reply by Joann

The U.N. and Canadian Food Rights

Mr. Brian Lilley wrote an interesting opinion published on May 17/12 in the Toronto Sun titled- No Food Rights on the Menu: UN’s special ra…

Started by Joann

0 May 22, 2012

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USDA Crop Planting Progress Report Released

Corn now 71% Planted Vs 28% Last Week and 79% 5 Yr Ave.

Canadian Farmer Uses Helicopter To Save Apples From Freezing Temperatures

When cold weather threatened an apple orchard near Ottawa this week, it was time to bring in the helicopters.

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Midway through May, planting of corn and other crops is nearing completion in parts of Ontario

Long-Term Plan Coming for Ontario's Horse Racing Industry

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