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Making Hay the Swiss
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I was lucky enough to spend a week in Switzerland mid September and visit a number of farms. Here we had the chance to make "hay" the Swiss way. Farmer get different rebates from the government…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Mackenna Roth Nov 8, 2011.
FreshFest in Elgin County
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Last night was an amazing night hosted by Savour Elgin at CASO Train station in St Thomas. Our low ticket price included a complementary wine glass to take home as well as 14 tickets to use at the…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Joe Dales Aug 27, 2011.
Saturday was Food Day Canada
This past Saturday Canadians celebrated their local food. I have included a great article from The Record in Waterloo about the event.…Continue
Started Aug 2, 2011
2011 Field Pest Update
Tracey Baute, Field Crop Entomologist with The Ministry of Agriculture, Food & Rural Affairs gives an update about the current pest conditions in the South Western Ontario fields. More infomation…Continue
Started Jul 25, 2011
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Mackenna Roth replied to Mackenna Roth's discussion Making Hay the Swiss"Hi Roadrunner, This farmer here had about 50 head milking. It was a learning great learning experience and I really enjoyed seeing the differences in the North American vs European way of farming. I also visited a few farms that were very modern as…"
Roadrunner replied to Mackenna Roth's discussion Making Hay the Swiss"Nice video Mackenna,
The Swiss must subsidize the milk producers alot if they can use lawn mowers to cut hay.
There practices are not likely cost competitive with the mass production dairy farms in California etc.
How large was the dairy you…"
John Schwartzentruber replied to Mackenna Roth's discussion Making Hay the Swiss"That is fascinating! Thanks for posting the video. Can't see some of our operators rushing to try that technology though!"
Mackenna Roth posted a discussionMaking Hay the Swiss
I was lucky enough to spend a week in Switzerland mid September and visit a number of farms. Here we had the chance to make "hay" the Swiss way. Farmer get different rebates from the government depending on how they manage their land. See More
Joe Dales replied to Mackenna Roth's discussion FreshFest in Elgin County"Thanks Mackenna,
Looks like a fun event.
Joe"
Mackenna Roth posted a discussionFreshFest in Elgin County
Last night was an amazing night hosted by Savour Elgin at CASO Train station in St Thomas. Our low ticket price included a complementary wine glass to take home as well as 14 tickets to use at the various vendors throughout the lovely restored historic train station.We were able to sample many local inspired dishes created by some of the best chefs in the area. We were also treated to a beer and cheese sampling from The Railway City Brewing Co and Monfore Dairy. In addition to the excellent…See More
Mackenna Roth replied to Tom Dawson's discussion Getting Started in Farming"Libro financial group has really good information about farm accounts and the books/business side of farming. Even if just for information it is worth looking at their website or going in to one and speaking with their ag account managers. They also…"
Mackenna Roth left a comment for Helen Hatzis"So your the face the behind their twitter account?? lol i got a tweet the other day from michelle to follow it! A social media job for the royal sounds great!"
Helen Hatzis left a comment for Mackenna Roth"Hi Mackenna,
Thanks so much for your message! I know Michelle as well : )
I am working in the marketing department - social media. I'll definitely come by and visit you at the competition!
Thanks again and have a great day!!"
Mackenna Roth left a comment for Helen Hatzis"Hi Helen! Welcome to the ontag site!
I have been going to the Royal since I was just a baby and can't to get again this year.
I am competing in the Canadian Young Speakers for Ag again this year.
What do you do for the RAWF? I have a…"
Mackenna Roth replied to Joe Dales's discussion Video: Goderich hit by a tornado. Our prayers to the people there."This photo was taken by Lee Mann."
Mackenna Roth replied to Joe Dales's discussion Video: Goderich hit by a tornado. Our prayers to the people there.Mackenna Roth replied to Joe Dales's discussion Video: Goderich hit by a tornado. Our prayers to the people there."
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- At 10:36am on August 23, 2011, Helen Hatzis said…
Hi Mackenna,
Thanks so much for your message! I know Michelle as well : )
I am working in the marketing department - social media. I'll definitely come by and visit you at the competition!
Thanks again and have a great day!!
- At 8:10pm on July 16, 2010, Joe Dales said…
- Hi Mackenna.
Thanks for joining OntAg Community.
You are the 400th member.
Welcome and we encourage you to participate.
Take care,
Joe
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